Join us to honor the 200,000 pioneering Soldiers of the United States Colored Troops (USCT). Authors, scholars and descendants will discuss the USCT’s critical contributions to the Union’s victory in the Civil War, share lesser-known pieces of history and feature musical performances and a poetry reading from the works of Paul Laurence Dunbar. Through the generous support of Battelle and Northwest Bank this event is free for all attendees, but registration is required.

Joining us that afternoon include:

While tickets to the Museum are not included in this event, attendees are invited to purchase admission tickets and explore the Museum after the performances.

About the Soldiers of the United States Colored Troops (USCT)

The United States Colored Troops were regiments of African American soldiers in the U.S. military created after the Emancipation Proclamation who fought for the Union in then Civil War.

These men fought in some of the most important battles in the war such as Antietam and Gettysburg and were integral in delivering a Union victory.

Learn more about the United States Colored Troops at the African American Civil War Memorial and Museum.