World Refugee Day

Event Details

Join the Austin Refugee Roundtable and the Bullock Museum for a free celebration of World Refugee Day.

Commemorate the United Nations' World Refugee Day at the Bullock Museum with a naturalization ceremony, free samples of world cuisine, live music, and activities for families with kids of all ages. Master of Ceremonies, Greg Ciotti, is representing KOOP Radio's Community Council whose charter is to highlight individuals and organizations that are giving back in our community.

Event Highlights:

Beginning at 11:30am

• Discover what the journey of a refugee is like, from home country to the United States, through a learning game sponsored by Caritas of Austin and Refugee Services of Texas.

12:00pm-1:00pm

• Welcome our newest Texans at a Naturalization Ceremony in the Museum's Texas Spirit Theater. Space is limited so check-in at the Theater for your free pass when you arrive.

Beginning at 12:00pm

• Taste samples of world cuisine courtesy of Rosemary's Catering (while they last!). Enjoy international music from Bramaya, family activities, a photo booth, and more!

3:00-5:00pm

• Attend a free screening and panel discussion about the documentary film This is Home in the Texas Spirit Theater starting at 3:00pm in the Museum's Texas Spirit Theater. Space is limited so check-in at the Theater for your free pass starting at 1:00pm.

 

This project was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

The Bullock Texas State History Museum is a division of the Texas State Preservation Board. Additional support for educational programming provided by the Texas State History Museum Foundation.