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Southborough Historical Society Southborough, MA
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Buffalo Soldier Program 2009
Stony Brook Museum, Inc. will sponsor a series of programs and an impressive collection of artwork depicting the role of the African-American people in our nations military. The collection, belonging to the Buffalo Soldier Heritage, Inc., Southborough, Massachusetts, will be described in detail by knowledgeable “troopers” attired in period Indian Campaign (1866-1890) uniforms. Supported by a display of many books and other materials, the collection offers a fresh new look into American History. The history, stories, sacrifices and contributions of these soldiers from early colonial and revolutionary days to the present day in the service of protecting America are presented as an educational experience for all to enjoy. Programs will be hosted by the Southborough Historical Society in the museum located at 25 Common Street, Southborough, Massachusetts. They are to be held on two Saturdays each month, 10 AM - 3 PM. A guest speaker will be at each presentation, a fireside chat format (hourly for 15 to 20 min duration). We would encourage visitors to ask questions of our staff and speakers as they view the exhibits in the small museum. The following dates will be represented as follows:
February 14 Colonial Wars, American Revolution, 1812 and Civil Wars, 10AM-3PM David Cunningham (Rhode Island 1st&2nd Rgmt)
February 28 Colonial Wars, American Revolution, 1812 and Civil Wars, 10AM-3PM Benny White (Massachusetts 54th Rgmt)
March 14 Indian War Campaign and Spanish American War (Buffalo Soldiers), 10AM-3PM Pete DePina (Buffalo Soldiers Heritage)
March 28 Indian War Campaign and Spanish American War (Buffalo Soldiers), 10AM-3PM Brig. Gen. (MA) Leonid Kondratiuk, Director, Historical Services, Office of the Adjutant General
April 4 WWI and WWII, 10AM-3PM Pete DePina (Buffalo Soldiers Heritage)
April 19 (Sunday) all wars 2PM – 6PM Major General Joseph C. Carter, Adjutant General of Massachusetts, also representatives of the Tuskeegee Airmen April 19th program additional information
Weekday showings may be arranged by appointments for groups. Contact: Southborough Historical Society telephone: 508.229.8055 Stony Brook Museum email: stonybrookmuseum@comcast.net
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