Events

Events & Programs

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.

Celebrate Buffalo Soldiers Day

July 27 | 10 AM-4 PM

Join us for a fun-filled day of history and celebration for the whole family including a scavenger hunt, kids activities, food truck, and an exciting Living History presentation by Buffalo Soldiers historian Luis Padilla.

12:00 PM
Enjoy an enlightening lunch and learn conversation with Cale Carter III, Director of Exhibitions; Jason Fung, Archivist; and Luis Padilla, Living Historian, on the origins of the Buffalo Soldiers and their commitment to honor, valor, and courage.

FREE admission with registration

Virtual Talk: The Clash on the Homefront

August 14 | 3 PM-4 PM

Details coming soon!

FREE – a Zoom link will be sent to registrants prior to the presentation.

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

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

THE SUMMER 2024 PROGRAM IS FULL AND REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED

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.”

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