All Day

James Francies, Jr. & The Prairie View Trail Riders

John B. Coleman Library

Join us during Prairie View A&M University's Homecoming as we honor the life and legacy of James Francies, Jr., a true trailblazer and living legend. Francies is celebrated for his historic role in integrating the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo in 1957 and for founding the Prairie View Trail Ride Association.