To everyone who made the Monument possible we thank you.
To our donors, who believed in our mission to raise visibility of the Buffalo Soldier to a level befitting West Point. To the Department of the Army, for approving our proffer of the Monument in 2020. To the leadership of West Point and the West Point Museum, for collaborating with our Special Projects Committee, to ensure the Monument accurately and effectively depicts the Buffalo Soldier's contributions to our nation. We especially recognize the members of the BSAWP Special Projects Committee and our Board of Directors, whose dedication and perseverance guided every stage of planning, design, and the erection of the Buffalo Soliders monument. To Eddie Dixon, the sculptor words cannot express our gratitude for the masterpiece you created.
Most of all, we thank the men of the 9th and 10th Cavalry. The Buffalo Soldiers epitomized Army values, bravery, and honor. Their persistent sense of duty, service, and resilience helped America become a leader for democracy, opportunity, and peace.
Since the Dedication
The Monument Was the Beginning
Since the Monument was dedicated in September 2021, we have not slowed down. We have accelerated
The Annual Memorial has grown into a Labor Day weekend intergenerational gathering that carries its own theme, drawing descendants, veterans, active-duty soldiers, motorcycle clubs, and supporters from across the country. Anchored by the wreath‑laying at the Monument and the Awards Ceremony at Eisenhower Hall, the celebration now includes new traditions that deepen its meaning and reach:
Army Football Game
Kick off the celebration weekend with veterans, alumni, cadets, and the community at the first Army Football home game of the season. Whether you’re cheering in the stands, joining the Football Viewing Mansion Social, or tailgating with alumni and local groups, each experience embodies camaraderie, tradition, and the enduring Esprit de Corps that unites those who serve and those who cheer them on. That shared spirit of teamwork and perseverance traces back more than a century, to the Buffalo Soldiers stationed at West Point. The Buffalo Soldiers that served at West Point once formed their own football games, competing and winning championships on the same grounds that have inspired generations of Army players, and the Corps. This historical legacy reminds all who gather that the values of leadership, unity, and perseverance are living traditions carried forward with pride both on the field and in uniform that continues to shape the character of the Army and the nation it serves.
The Honor & Service Ride
In collaboration with the National Buffalo Soldiers Troopers Motorcycle Club, a police‑escorted motorcycle ride travels from Newburgh through Cornwall along scenic Route 218 over Storm King Mountain into Highland Falls, concluding at the Buffalo Soldiers Monument. The ride honors veterans, first responders, and public servants whose steadfast dedication to community and country reflects the spirit of service that defines the Buffalo Soldiers’ legacy. This motorcycle ride carries that same spirit forward, uniting law enforcement officers, public servants, and riders in a shared tradition of adventure, courage, discipline, and unity in service.
The Cadet Gospel Choir Reunion Event
This reunion celebrates the enduring spirit of faith, fellowship, and service shared by generations of cadets. More than fifty years ago, voices first rose in praise within the halls of West Point, a chorus of hope and devotion that became a living tradition. Today, those same harmonies unite alumni and current cadets whose music continues to inspire courage, unity, and reflection. Through song and shared devotion, the Cadet Gospel Choir reminds all who gather that service to God and country begins with harmony of heart, purpose, and reflection. Each note carries forward a legacy of leadership and faith, echoing across generations and strengthening the character of those called to serve our nation with honor and grace.
Heroes on the Green Golf Classic & Social
Heroes on the Green brings together professional athletes and veterans, and welcomes distinguished guests from across entertainment and public life for a day of fellowship, golf, and shared purpose. More than a game, it’s a celebration of leadership, resilience, and community that transcends competition, creating a social experience where civilian professional icons stand shoulder to shoulder with those who have served our nation. This signature event blends golf and service in a setting of camaraderie and connection, where guests and sponsors enjoy an atmosphere of gratitude and unity, where every swing and every story honors the spirit of teamwork and the power of giving back.
Army Band Concert- Trophy Point
End the celebration weekend on a high note with the West Point Army Band Concert, a powerful blend of music, patriotism, and fellowship. As the sun sets over the Hudson, the band fills the air with stirring melodies that express the shared strength, discipline, and fellowship that have shaped generations at West Point. This concert isn’t just a performance, it’s a shared experience where melody meets memory, and the rhythm of service and celebration carries everyone into the evening with hearts full and spirits lifted.
This expanded tradition stands as a living tribute, inviting and embracing all branches of the Armed Forces and every service member whose dedication and sacrifice safeguard our nation’s freedom. This weekend is a shared celebration of valor and fellowship, where the spirit of Esprit de Corps extends beyond time, linking past and present generations of veterans and their families. Here, every story of service, leadership, character, and resilience is remembered with dignity and pride, woven together into one powerful narrative of unity, reminding all who gather that they are part of one unwavering legacy of those who serve and those who remember.
Year- Round Impact.
The work no longer pauses between memorials. The Buffalo Soldiers Association of West Point (BSAWP) continues to carry the Buffalo Soldiers’ legacy into communities across the nation, transforming remembrance into action through programs that uplift, educate, and connect.
Each May, during the West Point Convocation Ceremony, BSAWP proudly presents the MG Fred Gorden Leadership Award to a cadet in the Depar tment of Foreign Languages. Established as an endowment by BSAWP, this award celebrates the values of cross‑cultural understanding, excellence, and leadership embodied by Major General Fred Gorden, the 61st Commandant of Cadets at West Point, and the Chairman of the BSAWP Special Projects Committee for the Buffalo Soldiers Monument. Through this recognition, the Association affirms its commitment to nurturing future leaders who embody cross‑cultural understanding, academic achievement, and the moral courage that define true leadership.
Throughout the year, BSAWP collaborates to host back‑to‑school drives, veteran wellness initiatives, commemorative events, and community celebrations that honors the cavalry tradition of the 9th and 10th Buffalo Soldiers who served at West Point. These efforts strengthen bonds across generations, ensuring that service, leadership, and military history remain living values carried forward with pride and purpose.
None of this would be possible without the generosity of our members, donors, and supporters who made the Monument a reality. Your unwavering commitment ensures that the Buffalo Soldiers’ legacy endures, continuing to inspire future veterans, emerging leaders, and every new chapter of impact we create together at West Point and across the Nation.