Welcome to The Dayton Woman’s Club!
Stop in and visit! Our doors are open to the public Monday through Friday from 9 AM to 5 PM. If you’d like to explore the whole house, join us for a full tour on the first Wednesday of each month—just be sure to reserve your spot in advance!
The Dayton Woman’s Club is an integral part of the community and Dayton’s history. Since our founding in 1916, our purpose has remained the same: to serve as a place for education and culture, and to bring people together for activities that strengthen and empower our community. As a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, we welcome everyone—regardless of gender—to visit our historic landmark and join us as members.
Join us for Lunch!
Every Wednesday
from 11 am – 1 pm
Open to the public
Carryout is also available – please call the office at 937-228-1124
We are pleased to announce that we provide, whenever possible, farm-to-table produce along with our homemade and from-scratch meals and desserts!
Reservations are required two days in advance for parties of 5 or more. To make a reservation, call 937-228-1124 and leave a message.
Private lunches for groups over 20 can be scheduled any day of the week. Pre-registration required.
Our menu changes frequently – please check back often
Please note: to enhance our Wednesday lunch experience, we will no longer be serving lunch on Mondays. Join us each Wednesday for a delicious meal in the charming surroundings of The Dayton Woman’s Club!
The cost of each meal supports our mission of empowering women and strengthening our local community with historic preservation, public engagement, cultural activities, and educational programs.
Dine with us before your show!
Perfect for theater-goers, our menu includes a buffet including soup, salad, entrée, dessert, and beverage, all freshly prepared in our historic Victorian mansion, just 2 blocks from the Schuster Center. The first 20 diners enjoy free parking!
Children are welcome, making it a wonderful dining experience for the whole family. You don’t need to attend a performance to dine with us—everyone is welcome!
Advance reservations with payment are required.
— UPCOMING DATES —
Saint-Saens Symphony
June 13, 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
UPCOMING EVENTS
Guided Tours of The Dayton Woman’s Club
Upcoming dates: May 7th, June 4th
1:00 pm
Tours are given on the 1st Wednesday of the month.
Take a tour of our historic Victorian mansion circa 1850. Learn about the history of the building, as well as the founding women who were leaders in the community and used the Club to promote music, art, education, civil rights, and suffrage.
ONLINE TICKET PURCHASE REQUIRED
$10 per person
ART SERIES
–SOLD OUT– Paint & Sip Watercolor Workshop
Friday, April 25th
5:30 pm to 8:00 pm
ONLINE TICKET PURCHASE REQUIRED
$32 DWC members, $40 general admission
Enjoy a glass of wine or a mimosa while you create your own watercolor painting. Local artist Barb Olekas will guide participants in creating a beautiful landscape painting—perfect for beginners and experienced artists alike. All materials will be provided. Optional box dinners will be available for purchase as well as a cash bar.
May High Tea
Saturday, May 3rd
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Join us for an afternoon of timeless elegance at our Monthly High Tea, set in the Dayton Woman’s Club’s historic Victorian mansion. This month features a special quilt showcase from the Creative Quilters Guild of Centerville, paired with a classic three-course high tea of sandwiches, scones, and sweets.
ONLINE TICKET PURCHASE REQUIRED
$38 DWC Members, $45 General Public
TAKE A LOOK AROUND!
Kim Faris gives an inside look into DWC’s historical past and our mission for the future.
