Last updated: April 5, 2025
Thing to Do
Watch "A Triumph of Tragedy: The Life of Charles Young"
NPS/ T. Engberg
If you're new to the park and unfamiliar with who General Charles Young was, then the park's introductory film, is for you. This delves into the life and accomplishments of General Charles Young. The film follows General Young as he was born into enslavement in 1864 through his time at West Point as the third African American to graduate and his military career that took him throughout the American West, Philippines, Liberia, Haiti, and the Dominican Republic all while rising to become the first African American to attain the rank of Colonel.
The film is 10 minutes long and is suitable for all age levels. This film is subtitled for ease of accessibility. When you enter the visitor center, ask a ranger about the next showing of the film. Last film show times are 4:15 PM as the visitor center closes at 4:30 PM.
The film is 10 minutes long and is suitable for all age levels. This film is subtitled for ease of accessibility. When you enter the visitor center, ask a ranger about the next showing of the film. Last film show times are 4:15 PM as the visitor center closes at 4:30 PM.
Details
Duration
10 Minutes
The film is approximately 10 minutes long
Activity
Park Film
Pets Allowed
Yes with Restrictions
Service Animals are allowed.
Activity Fee
No
Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.
Location
Bishop Reverdy C. Ransom Memorial Library on the campus of Payne Theological Seminary
The park film is played at our visitor center in the historic home of General Charles Young. The address is 1120 US Hwy 42 E, Wilberforce OH, 45384.
Reservations
No
Season
Year Round
Time of Day
Day
The film can be seen seven days (Visitor center is open daily, but closed on New Year's Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day) a week from 9 am to 4:45 PM. The last showing of the day is 4:45 PM.
Accessibility Information
The film is closed captioned.
The entire building including restrooms is wheelchair accessible
The entire building including restrooms is wheelchair accessible
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- Duration:
- 9 minutes, 59 seconds
The official introductory film of Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument. The biographical film of Charles Young, quintessential soldier, Civil Rights pioneer, family man. Learn about this iconic American hero whose legacy resonates to this day. This film has been updated to reflect Young's posthumous promotion to Brigadier General.