Millett’s Opera House Foundation
The Millett’s Opera House was built in 1878 on what was once Ash Street by Captain Charles Millett & his friend, Frederick Ernst Ruffini. Captain Millett was a Fire Chief, business owner, City of Austin elected official, and special committee member.
After much negotiating with various performing artists, the first of the proposed performances to be offered Grand Opening Week October 23rd, 1878 was announced.
Coquette, “……an American play of classical merit native in diction and incidents…” was to be performed in a benefit for the Austin Library Association using all amateur actors who were well known Austin residents.
Millett’s Opera House was used to host the state Democratic Convention, graduations, a roller rink, and of course its first and main purpose was as a stage.
Museum Day
110 E. 9th St., (512) 447-9496
Facebook: @MillettOperaHouse
10am - 3pm
Welcome to one of Austin’s Finest Museums and historical buildings. The historic 1878 Millett Opera House. Tours are on the hour from 11:00am to 2:00 PM. Complimentary snacks and beverages will be available. Sunday brunch from 11:30 to 1:30 will be available and open to the general public. Make a reservation via telephone, please.
