Events
Events & Programs
events
Join us as we explore the Buffalo Soldiers and the African American military experience through our many events and activities.
Please check back soon for upcoming events.
Watch Party: The Six Triple Eight
Jan 24 | 6:30 PM-8:00 PM
Join us for a FREE watch party of Tyler Perry’s new Netflix film, “The Six Triple Eight.” Starring Kerry Washington, it tells the inspiring true story of the first and only Women’s Army Corps Unit of Color to be stationed overseas during WWII.
REGISTRATION FULL
Virtual Talk
Voices of Valor: African American Heroes of WWII
Feb 5 | 10:00 AM
Join us as we celebrate Black History Month by exploring the untold stories of African Americans during World War II. This FREE virtual program highlights the courage, challenges, and contributions of African American soldiers and civilians who played vital roles in the Pacific Theater and beyond.
With BSNM Director of Exhibitions, Cale Carter II, and Archivist, Jason Fung, hosted by the National Museum of the Pacific War, Fredericksburg, TX
FREE – this program is open to the public; however, registration is required.
Virtual Talk
Black Sands to Black Marines: The Black Units Participating in Iwo Jima
Feb 13 | 3:00 PM-4:00 PM
African-American troops played a significant role in the battle for Iwo Jima during World War II. Join us for a virtual discussion with Cale Carter, the Director of Exhibitions, and special guest Marc Chin as they explore the roles of Black Marines in the Pacific and their legacy.
FREE – this program is open to the public; however, registration is required.
Scriptwriters Houston x BSNM: Celebrating Black History Month Through Storytelling
Feb 15 | 5:00 PM-7:00 PM
Scriptwriters Houston and BSNM are partnering for an extraordinary Black History Month celebration. We will bring history to life through compelling short plays, each inspired by the museum’s rich and impactful exhibits. Learn more…
$5 Child / $15 Adults
$10 Senior / Student / Teachers / Military
Book Talk with Dr. Edda Fields-Black
Feb 22 | 12:00 PM-1:00 PM
Harriet Tubman’s legendary life is widely known: escaping enslavement, leading others to freedom via the Underground Railroad, and tirelessly fighting for change. But a crucial chapter often overlooked is her daring Civil War service as a spy for the US Army, detailed in Dr. Edda L. Fields-Black’s groundbreaking book, COMBEE: Harriet Tubman, the Combahee River Raid, and Black Freedom during the Civil War.
Dr. Edda L. Fields-Black teaches history at Carnegie Mellon University and serves as Director of the Dietrich College Humanities Center.
FREE – this program is open to the public; however, registration is required.
2nd Annual Captain’s Legacy Golf Tournament
Sept 23 | 11 AM
Augusta Pines Golf Club
Please join us for our 2nd Annual Captain’s Legacy Golf Tournament. This exciting day of golf starts with check-in at 11:00 AM, followed by a delicious brunch and warm-up on the driving range. Play begins with a shotgun start at 1:00 PM followed by an awards banquet and prizes at 6:00 PM.
Proceeds will support Buffalo Soldiers National Museum’s mission to educate current and future generations about the stories and contributions of African Americans in the military through museum visitation, educational programming, and exhibitions.
Individual: $150
Team: $500
All registered golfers will receive a commemorative golf shirt. Sponsorships are also available.
Author Talks
We frequently host talks by authors who have written books related to the museum's mission and collection. These talks cover a wide range of topics related to history and culture and are an engaging way to learn more about the African American military experience.
UPCOMING TALKS
Dr. Robert Jefferson
April 19 | 6:30 PM-8:00 PM
Please join us for an in-person book discussion with Dr. Robert Jefferson, author of Fighting for Hope: African Americans and the Ninety-third Infantry Division in World War II and Postwar America.
Following the author’s talk, the audience is welcome to participate in a discussion and purchase the author’s book. Advance registration is required to attend, and talks are free unless stated otherwise.
PAST TALKS
- Joel Goza, co-author of Rebirth of a Nation: Reparations and Remaking America, Sept 2024
- Dr. Robert Jefferson, Fighting for Hope: African Americans and the Ninety-third Infantry Division in World War II and Postwar America, April 2024
- Dr. Jesus Esparza, Raza Schools, November 2023
- Jaime Salazar, Mutiny of Rage, October 2023
- Dr. Janet Dewart Bell, Lighting the Fires of Freedom: African American Women in the Civil Rights Movement, March 2023
Programs
We offer a wide variety of ongoing events and activities. Our programs are open to the public throughout the year and feature learning workshops and family-friendly activities designed to inform, educate, and entertain.
Buffalo Soldier Youth
Outdoor Exploration PrograM
For middle and high school students aged 11 to 17, the Buffalo Soldiers National Museum and Texas Parks and Wildlife Department offer an exceptional outdoor exploration program at no cost.
Adults
Museum After Dark (M.A.D.)
History painting party, led by an Artist. Occasional live model of a Soldier, or artifact from our collection. Intended audiences will vary but youth 11-17, Adults 21 and older, veterans and seniors.
Reenactment Program
The Buffalo Soldiers National Museum is proud to present these very talented, informative actors and the experiences that they take their audience on. Taking them down the paths of Harriet Tubman and authentic Buffalo Soldiers, they are able to capture the viewer’s attention with their expert storytelling skills. Make a reservation for one of our reenactors today, 713-942-8920 and ask for the Membership and Tours for more information.
Wayne Dehart
Actor
Wayne performs A Soldier’s Story, a reenactment of the story of a Buffalo Soldier.
He has been a mainstay in the Houston Theater scene for more than 25 years. Mr. DeHart’s career spans more than 100 stage productions. He has appeared in such films as “Robocop 2,” “A Perfect World,” and “Looper,” and such television programs as “Walker, Texas Ranger,” “Prison Break” and “Breaking Bad.”
