Posts Tagged ‘History/Heritage’
Heart Of Texas Airshow
One of the best Air Shows in Texas takes to the skies in Waco April 6-7, 2019 with the return of the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds! Experience thrilling entertainment with your military jet team, warbirds, wing walkers, a stellar performer line up and non-stop aviation action in the air and on the ground. Flights will…
Read MoreHeart Of Texas Airshow
One of the best Air Shows in Texas takes to the skies in Waco April 6-7, 2019 with the return of the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds! Experience thrilling entertainment with your military jet team, warbirds, wing walkers, a stellar performer line up and non-stop aviation action in the air and on the ground. Flights will…
Read MoreTexas Ranger Talks
Here is your opportunity to meet an active or retired Texas Ranger, learn about their remarkable service and heritage and leave with a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Modeled on the popular Astronaut Encounter at the Kennedy Space Center, we are planning a series of informal Texas Ranger Talks on selected Saturdays. Talks are at 10 am and 2 pm in the Hall…
Read MoreLecture Featuring Dr. T. Michael Parrish of the Baylor University Department of History
The Texas Collection presents “On Changing Tides: Doris Miller, Pearl Harbor and the Civil Rights Movement” featuring Dr. T. Michael Parrish of the Baylor University Department of History. The event will take place on February 20 at 6 pm. at the Foster Campus for Business & Innovation in Foster 250. A native Wacoan, Doris Miller…
Read MoreAn Evening with Winston Churchill Biographer Andrew Roberts
Dr. Andrew Roberts, FRSL FRHistS, has a PhD from Cambridge University, is a Visiting Professor at the War Studies Department of King’s College, London, the Lehrman Institute Distinguished Lecturer at the New-York Historical Society, and the author of 13 books. He is a Trustee of the International Churchill Society, the Margaret Thatcher Archive Trust and…
Read MoreA Gospel Sing Celebration – “Lord, Make Me an Instrument”
Join us for a night of Gospel Sing as we celebrate black sacred music at the intersection of gospel and jazz. Dr. Melvin L. Butler, Associate Professor at the Frost School of Music at the University of Miami, will present a gospel concert as part of Baylor’s annual Pruit Symposium. Butler will be accompanied by…
Read MoreMLK 33rd Annual Candlelight Ceremony
The program will begin at 6 pm. Seating will be available, and guests should bring a candle. For further information, call (254) 722-1274.
Read MoreMartin Luther King, Jr. Day
Come join us for our annual celebration honoring the life and work of Martin Luther King, Jr. After hearing from renowned speakers and creative performances please join us for lunch to include a panel discussion regarding racial reconciliation. Come to any or all of the free activities. Group Reservations Requested: Volunteer Groups Coordinator and ask for…
Read MoreMartin Luther King, Jr. Peace March
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. and Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. will be hosting the 23rd Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Peace March on Monday, January 21, 2019. The event will begin at Indian Spring Park at 9 am. Please bring a canned good for food drive. This year’s event will have local performers,…
Read MoreThe 2nd Annual Martin Luther King Jr Empowerment Banquet
Global Revive Presents The 2nd Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Empowerment Banquet. LIVE at the City of Waco Multipurpose Center. Our Keynote Speaker will be Actor/Author/Activist Mr. Mike Guinn and guest performance by Melissa Waddy-Thibodeaux of Flying Geese productions. Guest Appearances by Gospel Son , skits, music, and more. Tickets are only $25 and include refreshments.
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