President's House at Texas College
historic place
The President's House at Texas College, a historic place in Tyler, Smith County, Texas, was constructed in 1944. This two-story brick colonial home served as the residence for Dr. D.R. Glass, the first president of Texas College, who led the institution from 1931 to 1961. During his tenure, the house also hosted numerous visiting dignitaries, playing a role in the college's public life. Designed by architects McKiisack and McKissack, along with J.S. Johnson, the building features a Colonial Revival architectural style. In 2007, the President's House was officially listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Its historical significance is recognized in areas of community planning and development, education, and Black history, reflecting the mission of Texas College, founded in 1894 by the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church to educate African-American students. Since 2001, the building has been vacant and is now utilized for social events. This site remains an important reminder of Texas College's foundational history and its enduring contributions to the community.