Past Events

Less than a hundred years old, collage is an art form that can be enjoyed by everyone! Using nothing more than your own imagination, some colored or textured paper and a glue stick...

Oyster Creek Community: A San Marcos Freedmen Colony – Join Bobbie Shaw on February 15, 2025, to explore the history and legacy of this freedmen’s community.

National African American Read-In – Celebrate Black literature with Diana Garcia as she facilitates a powerful reading event on February 8, 2025.

The Calaboose African American History Museum is celebrating the musical contributions and legacy of San Marcos native, Eddie Durham, with a free concert in Eddie Durham Park.

Dr. Elvin Holt was a professor in the Department of English, the first tenured African American at Texas State University, and the longest serving President and Board member of the Calaboose African American History Museum, embodied the essence of academic excellence and community leadership.

The Calaboose African American History Museum is celebrating the musical contributions of San Marcos native, Eddie Durham, with a free concert.

A Concise History of the African Methodist Episcopal Church – On February 22, 2025, Rev. Sheila Sidbury-Thomas will share the rich history and impact of the AME Church.

History of the Mitchell Center on its 30th Anniversary – Celebrate 30 years of the Mitchell Center with Kyev Tatum on February 15, 2025, as he reflects on its history and significance.

Being Black in San Marcos – Join Dr. Dwonna Goldstone on February 1, 2025, for an insightful discussion on the experiences of Black individuals in San Marcos.

Come visit our table at the Studio Art Tour

Come celebrate Black History Month at the 2nd annual National African American Read In with Calaboose African American History Museum!

Comfort is the first solo exhibition of paintings by painter Morgan Grigsby.