Bronx County Historical Society: Garifuna Tour and La Tercera Edad Film Screening
- Damian Ali
- Apr 5
- 4 min read
Updated: 6 days ago
From culture-rich walking tours to uplifting film screenings, the Bronx County Historical Society brings Bronx history to life—on the streets, on screen, and in its historic spaces.
This spring, the Bronx County Historical Society (BCHS) steps beyond museum walls to celebrate Bronx culture in the streets, on screen, and inside its historic sites. With events honoring Garifuna Heritage Month, launching a new public film series, and opening a unique music exhibit later this April, BCHS continues to serve as a vital resource for residents, educators, and visitors alike.
What’s Happening This Week?
Happyland Memorial Garifuna Heritage Walking Tour
Sunday, April 6, 2025 – Originally set for 11:00 AM
🟥 Update: Start time has been moved to 12:00 PM due to increased chance of rain at 11:00 AM.
Meet at: Southeast corner of E. 174th Street and Boston Road
Led by José Francisco Ávila of the Garifuna Coalition USA and The Garifuna Experience in NYC, this 90-minute walking tour explores the cultural history of West Farms, including the tragic 1990 Happy Land Social Club fire. It’s a powerful way to connect with Bronx history through the lens of the Garifuna community and their lasting legacy.
Garifuna Heritage Month celebrates the rich history, culture, and contributions of the Garifuna people—descendants of West African, Central African, Island Carib, and Arawak peoples. Recognized in the Bronx since 2009, the month runs from March 11 to April 12 and highlights the vibrant presence of Garifuna-Americans in New York City. [Garifuna History]
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Image of Cuquín Victoria and Roberto Salcedo in La Tercera Edad (2024): Image Courtesy of The Bronx County Historical Society
Virtual Book Talk – The Legacy of Eugenics
Monday, April 7, 2025 – 7:00 PM (Zoom)
Join author Mark Torres for a discussion of his new book exploring the Cold Spring Harbor eugenics program and its influence on New York and the nation. This free virtual event, co-hosted by BCHS, shines a light on a rarely discussed chapter in American history.
Bronx Solstice Cinema Series – Opening Film
Friday, April 11, 2025 – 3:00 PM
Updated 4/10/2025 BCHS Message: Due to the devastating loss of life at the Jet Set nightclub in the Dominican Republic on April 8, 2025, we will be postponing this first screening until another date. Stay tuned for additional information.
Location: Poe Park Visitor Center, 2640 Grand Concourse
BCHS launches its brand-new Bronx Solstice Cinema Series with a screening of La Tercera Edad (The Third Age), a heartwarming 2024 Dominican comedy directed by Archie López. The film stars renowned Dominican comedians Roberto Salcedo and Cuquín Victoria as two retired friends who enroll in an adult university seeking fun, adventure, and possibly love.
Filmed in Santo Domingo's Plaza de la Cultura, the movie offers a lighthearted exploration of lifelong learning and friendship. Presented in partnership with the Dominican Film Festival and Latin Horror, the series is designed with Bronx seniors in mind and supported by Council Member Oswald Feliz.
Also Happening This April
Exhibit Opening: Uptown Rumble – Heavy Music in The Bronx
Opening Night: Thursday, April 24, 2025 – 6:00–8:00 PM
On View Through November 2025
Museum of Bronx History – 3266 Bainbridge Avenue
This exhibit uncovers the rich, lesser-known story of hard rock, metal, and hardcore bands that shaped the Bronx music scene from the 1960s to early 2000s. Backed by organizations like The Bronx Music Hall, Bronx Beer Hall, WFUV, and more, Uptown Rumble is a sonic deep dive into local music culture.
Final Days to Catch “HISTORIAS: The Stories Behind the Images”
On Display Through Sunday, April 6, 2025
Location: Museum of Bronx History, 3266 Bainbridge Avenue
If you visit the museum this weekend, you’ll catch the final days of
HISTORIAS: The Stories Behind the Images, a powerful multimedia exhibit by Seis del Sur—a collective of Bronx-born photographers whose work documents decades of neighborhood resilience and cultural change. Featuring never-before-seen photos from Bronx icons like Joe Conzo, Jr., Ricky Flores, David González, and Edwin Pagán, the show reshapes the borough’s narrative with personal reflections, forgotten histories, and a community-driven lens.
The addition of newer voices like Carmen Mojica and Abigail Montes only deepens the exhibit’s impact, making HISTORIAS a must-see for anyone interested in the real story of The Bronx—told by the people who lived it.
Front view of the historic Valentine-Varian House in The Bronx, home to the Museum of Bronx History, with stone exterior and colonial-era design: Image courtesy of Jim Griffin The Bronx County Historical Society via Flickr
Whether you’re tracing your roots, learning about the borough’s literary legends, or touring historic homes, BCHS offers access to one of New York’s most important hyper-local collections. Its two museums—The Museum of Bronx History and the Edgar Allan Poe Cottage—welcome visitors every weekend and provide a powerful look into Bronx life from colonial times to the present day.
The Museum of Bronx History is located in a restored 1758 colonial fieldstone house. It features rotating exhibitions and is open Saturdays and Sundays. [Location: 3266 Bainbridge Ave]
The Edgar Allan Poe Cottage, the writer’s final home, sits within Poe Park and is also open to the public on weekends. [Location: 2640 Grand Concourse]
Both sites offer free admission to NYC residents through Culture Pass NYC and private tours for groups and students. Behind the scenes, the BCHS Research Center and Archives serve thousands of researchers, historians, and students annually.
"The staff couldn't have been more helpful. I spent 1 1/2 days there. The historic Bronx newspapers on film and the manuscript collection could have kept me there another 3-4 days, easily."
Museum Hours
Sat: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sun: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Private tours available by appointment.
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