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Named for President John Tyler, the city was established
on April 11, 1846 by the Texas Legislature as it also created Smith County.
Tyler was designated the county seat.
Downtown Tyler today features numerous historical structures, government buildings such as the Smith County Courthouse, churches, banks, restaurants, antique stores and businesses.
Shown below are a few photographs taken in downtown Tyler in the Spring of 2006.
First Baptist Church
Tyler Goodman Museum
The J. Pabst Building
Tyler Train Depot
Tyler Red Brick Streets
Tyler Tap Railroad
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