Black History River Tour – Departs at 9:45am on 5/3/25

SAAACAM at La Villita 218 South Presa, San Antonio

PLEASE BE REMINDED THAT DUE TO DOWNTOWN CLOSURES ON THIS DAY, this tour group will meet directly behind the Briscoe Museum which is located at 210 W. Market. Walk behind the museum and we will meet on the Presa Street Bridge.   Thank you for joining us for a tour on the beautiful San Antonio River on a 100 minute cruise exploring San Antonio 's Black History along the Riverwalk.  Please arrive 15-30 minutes ahead of the boat departure time. We will travel through history on a north route through the Museum Reach to the Pearl then back downtown to...

May Story Time In The Park “Like So”

Yanaguana Park 434 S. Alamo, San Antonio

  Join us every first Tuesday for story time at Hemisfair.  Each month young explorers learn and play around specific monthly themes.  During this fun learning opportunity, a short story is shared followed by a hands-on artistic activity.   This month's book is "Like So" by Ruth Forman.   We are celebrating our mothers all month long! Come share with us in Yanaguana Park! Pre-registration is NOT required. We look forward to seeing you!

May Black History Film Series – High Risk

226 N. Hackberry "The Little Carver", San Antonio, Texas 78202 226 N. Hackberry, San Antonio

The doors to The Little Carver open at 5:30pm, and the film begins at 6pm.   “HIGH RISK”, a documentary film written and produced locally by Dr. Nicole Carr and Born Logic Allah, addresses the high maternal mortality rate of Black women in the United States. The film explores natural methods and best practices proven to protect Black mothers from prenatal to postpartum care. The ultimate goal of the documentary is to empower Black women through education, making them aware of numerous strategies to use with confidence to advocate for themselves and their babies.   Immediately following the film, join us...

Black History River Tour – Departs at 9:45am on 5/10/25

SAAACAM at La Villita 218 South Presa, San Antonio

Join us for a tour on the beautiful San Antonio River for a 100 minute cruise exploring San Antonio 's Black History along the Riverwalk.  Our trip starts by meeting at 218 S. Presa in La Villita. Please arrive at 218 S. Presa 30-45 minutes ahead of the boat departure time. We then travel through history on a north route through the Museum Reach to the Pearl then back downtown to the Alamo, Convention Center and back to La Villita.  You will be surprised at the continued African American influence in San Antonio. No professional video or photography allowed on...

June Story Time In The Park “Me And My Family”

Yanaguana Park 434 S. Alamo, San Antonio

  Join us every first Tuesday for story time at Hemisfair.  Each month young explorers learn and play around specific monthly themes.  During this fun learning opportunity, a short story is shared followed by a hands-on artistic activity.   This month's book is "Me And My Family" by Dr. Walter Milton, Jr. and Joel A. Freeman, PhD.   We recognize the importance of family connections... and creating lasting bonds with friends! Come share with us in Yanaguana Park! Pre-registration is NOT required. We look forward to seeing you!

June Black History Film Series – Black Is…..Black Ain’t

226 N. Hackberry "The Little Carver", San Antonio, Texas 78202 226 N. Hackberry, San Antonio

The doors to The Little Carver open at 5:30pm, and the film begins at 6pm.   "Black Is...Black Ain't" rejoices in Black diversity, but many bare their pain at having been silenced or excluded because they were perceived as "not Black enough" or conversely "too Black." Black Is...Black Ain't marshals a powerful critique of sexism, patriarchy, homophobia, colorism and cultural nationalism in the Black family, church and other Black institutions.   Immediately following the film, join us for the lively panel discussion. Brought to you in part by Humanities Texas.   ADMISSION IS FREE, BUT REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED!

July Black History Film Series – The Heritage of Slavery (1968) with Fannie Lou Hamer and Lerone Bennett, Jr.

226 N. Hackberry "The Little Carver", San Antonio, Texas 78202 226 N. Hackberry, San Antonio

The doors to The Little Carver open at 5:30pm, and the film begins at 6pm.   “The Heritage of Slavery (1968) with Fannie Lou Hamer and Lerone Bennett, Jr.” News documentary from 1968 hosted by George Foster, which explores the legacy of oppression that remains over 100 years after the abolition of the institution of enslavement. In Part 1, Foster visits Charleston, South Carolina and speaks with both descendants of the enslaved and slave-holders. In Part 2, the cameras go to Mississippi to speak with former sharecroppers and political activist Fannie Lou Hamer. The film’s final segments highlight activists who...

August Black History Film Series – James Baldwin: The Price of The Ticket

226 N. Hackberry "The Little Carver", San Antonio, Texas 78202 226 N. Hackberry, San Antonio

The doors to The Little Carver open at 5:30pm, and the film begins at 6pm.   “JAMES BALDWIN: THE PRICE OF THE TICKET”. James Baldwin (1924-1987) was at once a major twentieth century American author, a Civil Rights activist and, for two crucial decades, a prophetic voice calling Americans, Black and white, to confront their shared racial tragedy. James Baldwin: The Price of the Ticket captures on film the passionate intellect and courageous writing of a man who was born black, impoverished, gay and gifted, in the month of what would have been Baldwin’s 100th birthday.   Immediately following the...

August Story Time In The Park “Change Sings: A Childrens’ Anthem”

Yanaguana Park 434 S. Alamo, San Antonio

  Join us every first Tuesday for story time at Hemisfair.  Each month young explorers learn and play around specific monthly themes.  During this fun learning opportunity, a short story is shared followed by a hands-on artistic activity.   This month's book is "Change Sings: A Childrens' Anthem" by Amanda Gorman & Loren Long.   Self expression through art is universal! How do YOU express yourself? Come share with us in Yanaguana Park! Pre-registration is NOT required. We look forward to seeing you!

September Story Time In The Park “Look At Us! We Can Learn New Things!”

Yanaguana Park 434 S. Alamo, San Antonio

  Join us every first Tuesday for story time at Hemisfair.  Each month young explorers learn and play around specific monthly themes.  During this fun learning opportunity, a short story is shared followed by a hands-on artistic activity.   This month's book is "Look At Us! We Can Learn New Things!" by Dr. Walter Milton, Jr. and Joel A. Freeman, PhD.   No matter how old or how young, we NEVER stop learning! Come share with us in Yanaguana Park! Pre-registration is NOT required. We look forward to seeing you!