draughon-moore ace of clubs house

cherlyn_burton

We came through here on a road trip from Dallas. I was interested in seeing the historical house but other reviewers did not mention they are only open Tuesday to Saturday. We came through on Sunday and everything was closed, including the other regional history museum. The whole of downtown "Art & Historic district" was for sale, lease, and empty but definitely deserted on Sunday. We stood out in the middle of the street to get several downtown pictures. You certainly could NEVER do that in downtown Dallas!

ferrettTX

After visiting the Ace of Clubs home several times for Christmas and other events, I am proud that this is an attraction in our city. I found the story interesting that the mistress ( Mrs. Moore) of the house occasionally had a representative from well-known Neiman Marcus in Dallas sent here with clothing for her to choose her fashions from. Many of her shoes and hats are on display to reflect her elegant tastes so long ago. Also, the stories about the family home and why it is designed in such an unusual manner is amusing .It is a lovely home with fine antiques and unique furnishings;. The Ace of Clubs home would be a good attraction for any age to visit as an outstanding local attraction. It definitely beats the stories some years ago that Texarkana was the "rat capital " of the world!.

JojoandDew

You can tell the house once held glamour, unfortunately time is wearing on a landmark. A good lesson in local history. A stop back in time worth the hour. Tour guide knowledgable and friendly.

782williamf

This was something my wife forced me to do but I found that I enjoyed myself. The guide was top notch and you can tell she loves the old house. I was surprised to see the poor maintenance on the house but overall, an interesting experience.

Starbucky2010

10 of us stood outside the gated entrance to Ace of Clubs House. It sits high off the street level. The gate said, appointment needed to tour. We called the number on the gate and Melissa came out and opened the gate. Our tour began in the basement with a video story and then a walking tour around and up to the second floor. 14 and 16 " ceilings, lovely chandeliers, family heirlooms, family member portraits. I love old homes, especially the architecture and stories of it's owners. This met all that with an A+. They need money to maintain the house as it is beginning to decay. I hope everyone will visit or find someone to donate. I'd hate to see this gem fade away.

1974sissy

We loved this house my 10 year old and I love Turing old houses and this is one of our favorite house we seen

MereSaund

Thank you for your feedback on your visit. We know there are lots of ways for families to spend their time, and we appreciate that you chose to visit the Draughon-Moore "Ace of Clubs" House. We show a 15 minute video prior to the tour that gives the history of the families who lived in the house, and the tour continues their history by showcasing their original furnishings and belongings. While we do realize that touring a historic home with antique furnishings is usually not an activity that younger children prefer, we are always striving to improve our tour experience and welcome further suggestions to make it more enjoyable for families. If you would like to contact us with further suggestions, please e-mail aceofclubs@texarkanamuseums.org or call 903-793-4831 ext. 110. Thank you again for visiting!

158RuthM

What a delightful experience - especially for those who enjoy Victorian homes. We were visiting Texarkana mid-week when the museum is not normally open. As suggested at their website, I called and requested a tour. They were very willing to accomodate our request and we had a private tour of the facility. This was a special trip for my grandson and me. Their willingness to go the extra mile made it even more special. I highly recommend this tour for children of all ages.There is a modest fee and donations are welcome.

Melodycthomas

The website link from Trip Advisor did not work on my Smart Phone. The museum has changed their tour times to by-appointment only. We arrived at the house and had to call the phone number posted on the gate. The tour guide showed up quickly and took us on a delightful tour of the house. One of the most unique features was a roll top doorway between rooms - something we have never seen in any other house. The inner foyer opens to a winding staircase that winds up three floors to a cupola in the center of the house. This was a very early version of air conditioning that was quite effective. The windows on the first floor stood from floor to ceiling. Many of the period furnishings were fascinating. There was one owner who was purported to have owned more than 500 pairs of shoes when she died. There were many of them on display. As with many older homes, this is not accessible for the physically handicapped.

632heatherc

My family and I were on a tour of the Ace of Clubs house this past November and quite enjoyed the tour. This has to be credited to our tour guide; I don't remember her name, but she did say she's worked there 18+ years. She knew more information about the history of this home and it's owners than I expected and seemed to love giving this tour. Her knowledge and enthusiasm made this that much more of an enjoyable experience for me. Even for my husband, who doesn't particularly love historic home tours... :)

CodyB503

Very well-kept and managed home with a very knowledgable docent. So interesting to see what life was like for some during those times. Whether you're a history buff, into great architecture, or teaching your kids gratitude for the times we live in now, I highly recommend this establishment and tour.

714DavidM714

In Texarkana for a wedding--not much to do here. Found this in a guide book. We arrived long before the next organized tour was to start, so Carol gave us a "private" tour. Very interesting layout and furnishings. We have seen many historic houses over the years and around the country. This, in some ways, is the most unusual--starting with architecture/shape of the building itself. While they have done a good amount of restoration, the house , like the town itself, could use more.--money, volunteers etc. All in all, a worthwhile hour.

Friday_Wyrd

See a very unique bit of architecture and history in this restored home built with the winnings of a poker game and shaped like the Ace of Clubs in the winning hand.When I visited in June 2014 there was a docent in every room to tell us the history of the home and its residents.Don't miss the wonderful collection of over 500 shoes, the amazing natural air conditioning built into the home, and the brass censer (incense burner) prior residents had brought back from their travels and turned into a chandelier.

wbygdva61

If you love vintage, history, antiques, and shoes. Do not pass up an opportunity to visit this gem. The introductory video prepares your mindset for the tour that follows. As Melissa guides you from room to room; you travel back in time as she highlights the personal touches of those who lived there. Her continuous research, devotion and knowledge round out the tour.

giniamar

Almost missed this rare treat...but so glad we didn't. The building is beautiful and the layout of everything inside was amazing to see and learn about. Truly a wonderful tour and wonderful piece of history...thanks for keeping it around