Texas Buffalo Soldiers Heritage Trail at Abilene State Park

Step into history and experience the legacy of the Buffalo Soldiers like never before!

Join us on September 26th, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., as we celebrate the official launch of the Texas Buffalo Soldiers Heritage Trail, a statewide tourism initiative honoring the courage, service, and enduring influence of African American soldiers who served along the Texas frontier in the 19th century.

This free, family-friendly celebration invites visitors of all ages to explore a Buffalo Soldiers encampment, complete with immersive demonstrations of frontier-era living. Meet living history educators from across Texas, discover the skills these soldiers mastered, and learn how their contributions helped shape Texas history.