Investigation underway after Buffalo Soldiers National Museum vandalized with apparent swastika, other wording
HOUSTON โ The Buffalo Soldiers National Museum was vandalized with an apparent swastika and other images. Desmond Bertrand-Pitts, CEO of the museum and the founderโs grandson, filed a police report that said someone spray-painted the building between Monday and Tuesday. Tuesday was National Buffalo Soldiers Day. In 1866, through an act of Congress, legislation was adopted to create six all African American Army units, now known as the buffalo soldiers. I havenโt lost faith in the people, because I know there is more good than there is bad,โ said Bertrand-Pitts.
Buffalo Soldiers Museum hosting reopening celebration on Juneteenth
HOUSTON If youre looking for ways to celebrate, reflect and learn on Juneteenth, Buffalo Soldiers Museum is hosting its reopening. The family-friendly event will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday and Saturday at 3816 Caroline St.Its a free event but you have to register online.
Remembering, honoring Buffalo Soldiers on Veterans Day
HOUSTON โ The Buffalo Soldiers Museum was founded as a non-profit organization 17 years ago. In 2008, they bought a building from the city of Houston and on Saturday, which is appropriately Veterans Day, they will finally realize their dream. Yes, itโs existed in this space for some time but now all floors of the building are fully renovated. All of this began as a retirement project for U.S. army veteran of the Vietnam War, Capt. I thank the Lord every day, every morning that I rise it give me the opportunity to put together an exhibit that demonstrates the heritage of the African American soldier,โ said Matthews, founder of Buffalo Soldier Museum.