🪩 Soul Train to the Past

Step Back into the 1970s for an Evening of Soul, Style & Celebration
🚂 All aboard!
The African American Museum of Southern Arizona invites you to Soul Train to the Past, a one-of-a-kind 1970s-inspired gala celebrating Black history, culture, music, and community.
Step into the vibrant era of disco, soul, and Psychedelic Shack as we transform the evening into an unforgettable journey through one of America's most influential decades.
✨ Dress in your grooviest 70s fashion.
🎶 Dance to the music that defined a generation.
🏆 Celebrate community leaders.
🤝 Connect with friends old and new.
🎁 Bid on incredible silent auction items.
📸 Strike a pose in our Psychedelic Shack photo experience.
Whether you lived through the 70s or simply love the style, energy, and music, this is your chance to celebrate history in a fun, immersive way—all while supporting the African American Museum of Southern Arizona.
📅 Event Details
Friday, October 9, 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Tucson – Reid Park
Schedule
🍸 5:00 PM
Cocktail Hour
🛍 Silent Auction Opens
📸 Photo Booth
🍽 6:00 PM
Dinner
Community Awards
Entertainment
Soul Train Dance Line
Silent Auction
👗 Attire
70s Chic & Fun
Think...
✨ Bell Bottoms
✨ Dashikis
✨ Afros
✨ Platform Shoes
✨ Halter Dresses
✨ Polyester
✨ Bright Colors
✨ Sequins
✨ Disco Glam
✨ Vintage Soul
🎟 Tickets
Individual Tickets
$100
Reserve your seat before September 30.
Why Your Ticket Matters
Every ticket purchased helps the museum:
❤️ Preserve Arizona Black history
📚 Expand educational programming
🎥 Create digital exhibits
🏛 Preserve oral histories
👨‍👩‍👧 Inspire future generations
Sponsorship Opportunities
Become part of this unforgettable evening by sponsoring the gala.
Packages include:
🕺 It's Hip & Slick — Title Sponsor
✌ Peace & Love Sponsor
🌼 Oh…Dig It! Sponsor
Your sponsorship directly supports museum exhibitions, educational programming, and preservation efforts.