"America... We Served!"
Four Centuries of African American Soldiers
Saturday, February 24, 10:00am-4:00pm
Sunday, February 25, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Celebrate Black History Month with us at The Old Barracks Museum! Come hear about the brave African American soldiers that helped shape our nation's history! Learn about the integral role they played in our military, from the early days of our nation's infancy all the way up to World War II! Meet the dedicated reenactors and living historians who will be exhibiting throughout the day, sharing their knowledge and passion about African American military history with our visitors. Represented regiments will include The Harlem Hellfighters of WWI, the 6th Regiment USCT of the Civil War, the 369th Regiment portrayed by Ebony Doughboys, and others. You will not want to miss this unique and educational experience, great for the entire family!
1:30pm Saturday Featured Speaker - Gilbert Wayne Hedgpeth Author African American Heroes 1776-1919: The Story of Sergeant Neadom Roberts
The story of Neadom Roberts demonstrates the spirit and heroism of an African American soldier's patriotic deeds and determination to serve his country despite
barriers of racism, segregation, oppression, and discrimination. Gilbert Wayne Hedgpeth is an African American investigative researcher and writer who was born and raised in the city of Trenton, New Jersey. He obtained his bachelor's degree in psychology from the College of New Jersey, formerly Trenton State College, and his master's degree in human services from Lincoln University, Oxford, Pennsylvania.
Firing demonstration at 11:30 & 2:30 on Saturday
Call (609) 396-1776 for more details.
1:30pm Saturday Featured Speaker - Gilbert Wayne Hedgpeth Author African American Heroes 1776-1919: The Story of Sergeant Neadom Roberts
The story of Neadom Roberts demonstrates the spirit and heroism of an African American soldier's patriotic deeds and determination to serve his country despite
barriers of racism, segregation, oppression, and discrimination. Gilbert Wayne Hedgpeth is an African American investigative researcher and writer who was born and raised in the city of Trenton, New Jersey. He obtained his bachelor's degree in psychology from the College of New Jersey, formerly Trenton State College, and his master's degree in human services from Lincoln University, Oxford, Pennsylvania.
Firing demonstration at 11:30 & 2:30 on Saturday
Call (609) 396-1776 for more details.