In the late 19th century, Siberia began to develop actively: railway lines expanded, new factories were built, steamship companies emerged, and trade turnover with neighboring countries increased. However, the region faced a severe shortage of skilled workers, especially in industry. Local residents began to address this issue themselves, and with the funds from merchants, craft schools started to appear in various cities. Thus, entrepreneur Andrey Ivanovich Tekutyev invested in the construction of a school in his hometown of Tyumen.

The construction of the educational institution began in 1911, designed by the renowned Siberian architect Konstantin Chakin. He created a building that was not only functional for education but also aesthetically appealing. The building was executed in the popular Art Nouveau style of the time, with a facade adorned with various window openings and delicate linear ornamentation. The craft school quickly became an architectural decoration of Tyumen.

The school was very popular among those wishing to learn. The training lasted three years, initially offering two specializations: locksmithing and carpentry-turning. All students were required to undergo practical training in a neighboring workshop. Merchant Tekutyev also took care of underprivileged students by providing them with scholarships funded by interest from deposited amounts. According to old publications, the quality of education was high, and graduates were readily employed.

However, the building's history has a dark moment. In 1919, it served as a gathering point for conscripts for Kolchak's army. On March 13, due to food issues, a riot occurred, leading to unrest and ending in bloodshed. During the Soviet years, the school was transformed into a vocational school, and since 1973, it has housed one of the faculties of Tyumen State University.