Give your guest a touch of history. Host your next event at our Historical Houston Landmark; The Houston Light Guard Armory, built-in 1925, is now the home of Buffalo Soldiers National Museum (BSNM). Whether it’s a quick board meeting, community forum, or elegant gala; we welcome you.
Event Space Comparison
| Theatre Capacity | Standing Capacity | Banquet Capacity | Square Feet | Rental Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Herzstein Gallery | 250 | 400 | 320 | 3,500 sq ft |
$3,000 Mon-Thu, Sun $4,000 Fri-Sat |
| The Officer's Club | 80 | 115 | 75 | 1,600 sq ft |
$1,000 Mon-Thu, Sun $1,250 Fri-Sat |
| The Founder's Room | 50 | 65 | 50 | 858 sq ft |
$450 (up to 4 hours) $800 (full day) |
| Soldier's Plaza | 50 | 50 | 30 | 2,000 sq ft |
$500 Mon-Thu, Sun (up to 4 hours) $950 Fri-Sat (8 hours) Available after normal business hours |
All Spaces: $7,500
Entire Building: $12,000
Soldier’s Plaza is not available during normal business hours.
Event insurance is required for all events.
Supplemental Fees & Requirements
- AV Tech $40/hr. (2-hour minimum)
- Projector & screen package available at $150 per event.
- Podium & microphone package available at $75 per event.
- Microphone (2 available) & in-house speaker (4 available) package available at $75 per event.
- Microphone available at $15 ea.
- A/V package is available at $300 which includes 2-mics, 4 in-house speakers, TV monitors, and Projector/Screen (Gallery rentals & OC only).
- Security is required at $40/hr for all events that begin after 5PM and/or with a guest count of 60 people or more.
- TABC certified bartenders are available at $45/hr.
- No outside bartenders are allowed.
- The BSNM has a TABC license to sell therefore NO OUTSIDE ALCOHOL IS ALLOWED.
- The bar has a $500 minimum, please ask about our bar packages.
- A gratuity of 22% added on all events with bar.
- Bar tasting is available at an extra cost. Contact bar manager.
- Payment of 50% due to secure the date.
- All credit card payments will incur a 2% processing fee
- Discounts are available for non-profits based on availability, and at the discretion of management.
- Discounts are available for multi-day rentals, all-day rentals, and for museum members, please inquire.
- The client must purchase event insurance or provide a liability policy with BSNM named as insured.
Inventory Included in Pricing
| Furniture | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Round Tables (60in) | 30 |
| Rectangular Tables (8ft) | 10 |
| Rectangular Tables (6ft) | 10 |
| Cocktail Tables | 15 |
| Banquet Chairs | 330 |
Optional Add-on Inventory
| Furniture | Quantity | Price (per item) |
|---|---|---|
| Chiavari Chairs (black) | 40 | $4 |
| Large Easels (black) | 10 | $15 |
| Bistro Tables | 15 | $15 |
Event Space Inquiry
Please fill out the inquiry form, then contact us to schedule a tour of The Buffalo Soldiers National Museum and discuss your event with Shelle Fair, our venue manager.
Tours By Appointment Only
Monday – Thursday, Saturday: 11 AM – 4 PM.
Rental Space Availability
Sunday – Saturday
8:00 AM – 2:00 AM
*Select meeting rooms are available during normal business hours by request.
