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BSNM Celebrates Educators

Honoring Your Dedication with Exclusive Resources and Opportunities

Explore Our Resources

Enrich Your Classroom with History

Discover a wide range of engaging and informative resources designed to bring the rich history of the Buffalo Soldiers to life—and into your classroom. From interactive lesson plans to historical artifacts, you’ll find everything you need to inspire and educate your students.
Classroom Resources

Learning and Engagement Opportunities

Stay informed about our upcoming educational events and programs tailored just for educators and students.

The Summerlee FoundationBSNM FIELD TRIP EXPERIENCE FOR TITLE I SCHOOLS

Beginning January 2025 – May 2025

The Buffalo Soldiers National Museum and The Summerlee Foundation proudly support our community. We are committed to offering quality educational programs to local schools and will cover transportation costs for those in Harris County.

Specialized tours include:

  • School Bus Reimbursement
  • Docent-led tours and enrichment activities (Maximum of 40 students per field trip)
  • Lunch/Snack
  • Museum Souvenir

This opportunity operates on a first-come, first-served basis. Field trips occur from Tuesday to Friday between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.

For more information, please contact Dr. Michelle Tovar at [email protected].

The Six Triple Eight

Watch Party: The Six Triple Eight

January 24, 2025
6:30 pm
– 8:00 pm

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US Soldiers

Virtual Talk – African American Heroes of WWII

February 5, 2025
10:00 am
– 12:00 pm
Cathay Williams

Scriptwriters Houston x BSNM: Celebrating Black History Month Through Storytelling

February 15, 2025
5:00 pm
– 7:00 pm

Virtual Talk – Black Sands to Black Marines: The Black Units Participating in Iwo Jima

February 13, 2025
3:00 pm
– 4:00 pm
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Immersive Tours Create Unforgettable Educational Experiences

Explore a variety of guided tours designed specifically for educational groups. Experience the history of the Buffalo Soldiers through interactive and engaging tours that bring their stories to life and foster your students’ love of learning.

Tuesdays

10 a.m. and 11 a.m.

Wednesday through Friday

10 a.m. and 11 a.m.

Saturdays

10 a.m.

Students

$6

Chaperones

$6

All group tours require a minimum of 10 participants, with a maximum of 40 participants for docent-led tours.

All docent-guided tours are ~60 minutes.

Self-guided tours can be booked at any time or day of the week with a maximum of 50 visitors.

Registration is still required for self-guided tours.

Groups must arrive 30 minutes before the scheduled tour.

Exclusive Discounts for Educators

As a token of our appreciation, educators enjoy exclusive membership discounts. Gain access to special resources, free entry to events, and more. Sign up today to join our community of educators.

Educator/Student Membership – $25
  • Unlimited Free Admissions for One Year For 1 Adult
  • 10% Discount on Gift Store Merchandise (with museum visit)
  • Free Subscription to Museum Newsletter
  • Invitations to Special Events
  • Discount to Annual Educator Conference

K-12 Educators and College Students ONLY with a valid school ID at the time of purchase.

Bring History to Your School

Interested in hosting a Buffalo Soldiers educational program at your school? Fill out our request form to bring a piece of history directly to your students. The museum’s in-school programs are currently only available for grades 6-12.
Questions?
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(713) 942-8920

3816 Caroline St.
Houston, TX 77004

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Hours

Tuesday–Saturday
10AM–4PM

Thursday
10AM–5PM
1PM – 5PM (Free Admission)

Sunday
Closed

Monday
Closed

Holiday Closures

  • New Year's
  • Juneteenth
  • Independence Day
  • Labor Day
  • Thanksgiving
  • Black Friday
  • Christmas

Affiliations

Funded in part by the City of Houston through the Houston Arts Alliance