Alvin Museum's Juneteenth Black Heritage Soiree

Celebrate Black history and culture at our in-person event held at the Morgan Falls Event Center. Join us for a night of music, art, and community as we honor the significance of Juneteenth. Immerse yourself in the rich heritage of the Black community through interactive exhibits and engaging activities. Don't miss this opportunity to come together and commemorate this important day in history. We can't wait to see you there!
Get your ticket now and get ready for a historical experience! This event is expected to sell out. Tickets may be sold at the door for $30.

The Black Heritage Exhibit is open from May 17th to June 21st, Tuesday – Saturday, from
11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
There is a small entry fee.

The Alvin Museum Society was chartered in 1978 as a result of action by the Alvin Bicentennial Commission, authorizing the creation of the Alvin Historical Museum to collect and record the history of the community. Housed in a remodeled former U.S. Post Office building, it contains 21 permanent exhibits that explore the development of Alvin from its beginnings as an 1879 Santa Fe railroad loading site through its growth into a diverse Gulf Coast community.

From its beginning, the mission of the Alvin Museum Society has been to “preserve the history of Alvin and its immediate area by heightening residents’ awareness of the value of saving the past for the benefit of the future.” The Society maintains two facilities: a 1910 Victorian style house which has been restored and furnished to reflect the lifestyle of the period and the Historical Museum, which houses the collected artifacts and documents relating to Alvin’s history.

The Society began raising funds in the late 1970s, initially through private and corporate donations. Over the next 25 years, membership worked at fundraising through additional community-wide events, accruing nearly $225,000 by the early 2000s. Today, member dues cover most operating costs, while donations and memorials are used to “grow” the museum.

The Alvin Historical Museum serves as a casual destination for area residents as well as history buffs, tourists, and special exhibit visitors. The Museum is located in historic downtown Alvin, TX and housed in the renovated Alvin post office.

Come explore exhibits ranging from Prehistoric, Indian, the Formation of Texas and Alvin, Railroad, Ranching, Farming, War, and much more.

Temporary exhibits are also featured and change every few months.

Following the June 20th Soirée, Morgan Falls Event Center will host a Juneteenth Black Heritage Market on Sunday, June 22nd from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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