Welcome to The Dayton Woman’s Club!
Stop in and visit! Our doors are open to the public Monday through Friday from 10 AM to 4 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
Tours are typically given on the first Wednesday of the month at 1 pm.
Upcoming dates: June 3rd
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.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
$10 per person
8 -WEEK SERIES
Introduction to Tai Chi — Session 2
Monday Evenings: April 27 – June 15, 6:30 – 7:30 pm
Wednesday Mornings: April 29 – June 17, 10 – 11 am
Experience the traditional art of Tai Chi in the beautiful setting of The Dayton Woman’s Club ballroom, led by Tara Mar, Certified Lai Tung Pai Style Instructor. This gentle, low-impact practice supports strength, balance, flexibility, and focus — especially beneficial for seniors. Chairs are available for added support.
$145 for the full session
$25 per drop-in class
Register and pay online for the full 8-week session, or drop in and pay $25 per class at the door.
CELEBRATE250! SERIES
The Unlikely Revolutionaries: George and Martha Washington
Thursday, June 4, 2026
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Part of the Celebrate250! Series, The Unlikely Revolutionaries: George and Martha Washington is a first-person living history presentation by Joyce Lovins Browning as Martha Washington, sharing the personal stories, sacrifices, and enduring partnership behind America’s fight for independence.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
$15 admission per person
Optional dinners available for $15.
June Afternoon Tea
Saturday, June 6th
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Enjoy a classic Afternoon Tea at The Dayton Woman’s Club, featuring a curated selection of teas, finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones, and sweet treats served in our elegant Victorian-era clubhouse. Gather with friends, meet new faces, and spend a relaxing afternoon in one of Dayton’s most beautiful historic spaces.
ADVANCE TICKETS REQUIRED
DWC Members: $38
General Public: $45
Children 10 & under: $25
Free for ages 3 & under (seat only, no food)
QUARTERLY NETWORKING INITIATIVE
Women in Business Social
Thursday, June 18, 2026, from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm
Join us for the next Women in Business Social at the Dayton Woman’s Club, a relaxed quarterly gathering focused on conversation, connection, and community. This month’s Guest Hostess is Yvonne Vermillion, a respected Dayton leader in digital transformation, innovation, and strategic growth. No presentations. No pressure. Just an enjoyable evening spent connecting with other women doing meaningful work.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
$20 admission per person | Includes light refreshments | Drinks available for purchase at the bar
Save the Date for These Upcoming Events
More information and ticketing coming soon!
CELEBRATE! 250
Afternoon Tea
Saturday, June 6
2 pm – 4 pm
CELEBRATE! 250
Women Veterans Day
Friday, June 12
5:30 pm – 7 pm
NETWORKING
Women in Business Social
Thursday, June 18
ART SERIES
Paint & Sip:
American Collage
Friday, June 26
Saturday, June 27
HISTORY SERIES
The Founding of Dayton
Thursday, September 17
5:30 pm – 7 pm
CELEBRATE! 250
Happy Birthday America
Sunday, June 20
TAKE A LOOK AROUND!
Kim Faris gives an inside look into DWC’s historical past and our mission for the future.
