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 to visit our historic landmark and join us as members.
Join Us for Lunch!
Every Wednesday, 11 am to 1 pm
Open to the public – All are welcome
We are pleased to announce that we provide, whenever possible, farm-to-table produce along with our homemade and from-scratch meals and desserts!
Carry-out is also available.
Parties of 5 or more require a reservation made at least two days in advance.
Please call 937-228-1124 and leave a message for reservations or carry-out.
Our menu changes monthly – please check back often.
Private lunches for groups over 20 can be scheduled any day of the week. Pre-registration required.
The cost of each meal supports our mission of empowering women and strengthening our local community with historic preservation, cultural activities, and educational programs.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Guided Tours of The Dayton Woman’s Club
Upcoming dates:
December 3rd, 10th & 17th at 1:00 pm
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
WOMAN MATTERS SERIES
Women in Leadership High Tea
Saturday, October 25th
2:00 pm to 3:30 pm
The Dayton Woman’s Club welcomes Col. (Ret.) Cassie Barlow, Ph.D., former WPAFB Commander and current President of SOCHE, for an inspiring conversation on leadership. Enjoy our elegant high tea service while connecting with others and learning from one of Dayton’s most respected women leaders.
ADVANCE TICKETS REQUIRED
Free for Members
General Public: $45 per person
FUNDRAISER
Holiday Bazaar
Thursday, November 7th, from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm
Saturday, November 8th, from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
FREE ENTRY!
For more than a decade, our Holiday Bazaar has been a beloved community tradition. Get a head start on your holiday shopping while helping preserve our historic landmark. Explore handcrafted treasures from local artisans and merchants, and hunt for hidden gems at our tag sale.
Be sure to come hungry—our kitchen will be serving housemade meals, tasty snacks, and irresistible baked goods. We look forward to welcoming you!
HISTORY SERIES
Remembering Dayton’s Christmas Past
Tuesday, November 18, 2025
5:30 pm to 7:00 pm
Join local historian Andrew Hershner for a warm and nostalgic look at Dayton’s Christmas past—from Rike’s and Elder-Beerman’s iconic displays to the holiday traditions that shaped our city’s celebrations. Part of our popular History Series at The Dayton Woman’s Club.
ADVANCE TICKETS REQUIRED
General admission: $15
Optional meals available for an additional $15
December High Tea
Saturday, December 6th
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Celebrate the season at our December High Tea featuring classical guitarist Christina Darding. Enjoy fine teas, treats, and festive charm in our historic Victorian mansion.
ADVANCE TICKETS REQUIRED
DWC Members: $38
General Public: $45
Children 10 & under: $25
Free for ages 3 & under (seat only, no food)
NEWS & NOTES
Out and About in the Community
At left: Margaret Kruckemeyer
With her DAR Chapter Johnathan Wright, Margaret Kruckemeyer welcomed home Veterans from Washington, DC on September 15.
This was the first time Honor Flight landed at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base.
From left: Mary Jo Osborn, Karen Manzo
On September 24, Margaret Kruckemeyer, Kim Villalva, Mary Jo Osborn, Karen Manzo, Andrew Herschner, Tony Massoud, and Linda Hudson attended the Dayton Region Walk of Fame Award Luncheon. Energetic and groovy tunes kept people tapping their toes, while the stories and impact of the awardees inspired everyone present.
What’s Cooking in Our Kitchen?
With the approaching fall that can mean only one thing in our kitchen—that’s right, the release of our new Fall Menu!
Get ready for tasty soups and seasonal favorites, all guaranteed to warm you up when it starts to get cool. And of course, don’t forget that wherever possible, our menu consists of farm-to-table produce and homemade and made-from-scratch meals and desserts!
Here are just two new items you will find on our new Fall Lunch Menu:
Sampler Platter – Crackers, bread, Italian deli meats, cheese, fruit, veggies, and a little cucumber-tomato salad
Chef’s Pizza – Gourmet Pizza with a garlic-ricotta-cream cheese spread, roasted tomatoes, prosciutto, and fresh Mozzarella, topped with arugula tossed in lemon juice and white truffle oil, drizzled with balsamic glaze.
TAKE A LOOK AROUND!
Kim Faris gives an inside look into DWC’s historical past and our mission for the future.
