The Millett Opera House Foundation is dedicated to the preservation, restoration, interpretation, and future stewardship of Austin’s historic 1878 Millett Opera House — home of The Austin Club and one of the city’s most important surviving landmarks.

The Millett Foundation Board

Preserving History. Inspiring Generations.

Since its founding in 2015, The Foundation for the Preservation of the Historic Millett Opera House has served as the charitable steward of one of Austin’s most treasured landmarks.

Established to preserve and protect the historic 1878 Millett Opera House, the Foundation exists to ensure that this extraordinary Texas landmark continues to inspire future generations through historic preservation, education, the arts, and community engagement.

Today, the Foundation’s vision extends beyond preserving a historic building. It is about preserving a legacy.

Foundation Leadership

The Foundation is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors whose members generously contribute their time, experience, and leadership to ensure that the historic Millett Opera House continues to serve our community for generations to come.

Board of Directors

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Michael Marks – Chairmen

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Tom Spilman

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Richard Millan

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Craig Casselberry

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Curtis Fuelberg

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Tom Kawalski

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George Vrba

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Charles Peveto

Our Mission

The mission of The Foundation for the Preservation of the Historic Millett Opera House is to preserve and protect one of Texas’ most significant historic landmarks while advancing education, the arts, cultural enrichment, and responsible stewardship through charitable giving and community partnerships.

Guided by six foundational pillars—Preservation & Stewardship, Sustainability, Significance, Stewardship of Art & Culture, Growth & Vitality, and Engagement & Leadership—the Foundation is building a future where history is honored, education is supported, the arts are celebrated, and our community continues to flourish.

Through the generosity of donors, volunteers, and dedicated community leaders, the Foundation is creating lasting opportunities by preserving the Millett Opera House, building a permanent endowment, supporting scholarships for aspiring artists, expanding cultural programming, and investing in initiatives that strengthen both The Austin Club and the greater Austin community

Every gift entrusted to the Foundation helps preserve not only a remarkable historic building, but also the stories, traditions, and experiences that have made the Millett Opera House an enduring symbol of Texas history since 1878.

Looking Forward

The historic Millett Opera House has stood proudly in the heart of Austin since 1878. While generations before us preserved this remarkable landmark, it is now our responsibility to ensure that those who follow inherit it in even better condition than we received it.
The Foundation for the Preservation of the Historic Millett Opera House is committed not only to protecting a building, but to preserving the history, culture, and spirit that have made the Millett Opera House one of Austin’s most treasured landmarks.

Together, we honor the past, strengthen the present, and build the future.

Dining Room

Breakfast
Monday – Friday
7am – 11am

A la Carte Lunch
Monday – Friday
11:30am – 2:00pm

Lunch Buffet
Monday – Friday
11:30am – 1:30pm

A la Carte Dinner
Wednesday – Saturday
5:30pm – 8:30pm

1878 Lounge

Breakfast
Monday – Friday
7am – 11am

A la Carte Lunch
Monday – Friday
11:30am – 2:00pm

A la Carte Dinner
Wednesday – Saturday
5:30pm – 8:30pm

Beverages
Monday – Tuesday
11:00am – 3:00pm

Beverages
Wednesday – Friday
11:00am – 8:30pm

Beverages
Saturday
5:30pm – 8:30pm

 

Administrative Hours

Accounting Office
Monday – Friday
9am – 5pm

Catering Office
Monday – Friday
9am – 3pm

FPMOH

110 East 9th St,
Austin, Texas 78701,
United States

512-477-9496