On October 5 at 7:00 pm Rachel Hillard, president of the  San Diego Chapter of the Buffalo Soldiers, will present a overview of their stirring history and how she founded the San Diego Chapter in 2003.  Rachel will be joined by troop members.  She organized the 20th anniversary celebration on June 30 of this year, highlighting Harvie Brown’s stunning painting of the BF 10th Calvary  .  Brown  is a remarkable artist whose works have received critical acclaim.  Rachel is descended from an accomplish Southern Family that conducts the annual reunion.

History Alive is a free Lecture Series presented by the Lemon Grove Historical Society. Lectures are held at the Lee House Cultural Center on the 1st Thursday of the month. Lee House is located at 3205 Olive St. in the Treganza Heritage Park where there is ample, well-lit parking.   History Alive is suitable for ages 16 and over.

While you are at the lecture please consider joining the Lemon Grove Historical Society as a Member. For a few dollars a year you can support your community as well as add to your own personal knowledge of local history. For membership info, follow this link. 

For more information on History Alive and other LGHS events, follow this link to our Events Page