HBCU Hall of Famers to be in the spotlight when The NFL Hall of Fame Gridiron Glory comes to Houston
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Posted By: Reginald Culpepper on January 10, 2017 Texas Southern University alumnus Michael Strahan, Southern University’s Aeneas Williams and Prairie View A&M’s Kenny Houston will be spotlighted as TSU brings one of America’s largest traveling exhibits to Houston. Gridiron Glory: The Best of the Pro Football Hall of Fame opens on January 30 in TSU’s University Museum. Excitement for the exhibit is mounting and ticket sales are picking up. Houston, inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1986, and Williams, a member of the 2014 Hall of Fame class, will appear alongside Strahan in commercials, invitations, flyers, posters, social media and on a billboard promoting Gridiron Glory. The display will be visible on the I-45 North exchange at the Telephone Road exit near Hobby Airport. Houston starred in the Oilers’ defensive backfield for six seasons (1967-72), racking up 25 interceptions and an NFL record of nine touchdowns on interception returns, a number that is now tied for fourth-most in league history and the most in franchise history. He finished his career with the Washington Redskins (1973-80), snagging an additional 24 interceptions. Williams played 14 seasons with the Arizona Cardinals and St. Louis Rams. He earned eight Pro Bowl nods with 55 career interceptions and nine touchdowns. “Even as an inductee into the Pro Football Hall of Fame, I am still amazed when I view all of the football memorabilia that in this spectacular exhibit,” Houston said. “I always wanted all of my family, fans and friends to see this…and now that the Canton exhibit is traveling to Houston they will be able to see it.” “I am thrilled to be associated with Gridiron Glory,” Williams said. “This exhibit highlights all of the key moments in the history of the game and is a must visit for all football fans.” Gridiron Glory will be housed in TSU’s University Museum beginning January 30. The 6,000 square-foot exhibit features hundreds of artifacts from the Hall of Fame collection and captures the essence of the Hall’s experience. Gridiron Glory will be available for viewing through April 30, 2017. This interactive multimedia experience includes original artifacts, rare documents, immersive fan experiences, educational programming and remarkable footage from NFL Films showcasing the American legacy of the game of football and its historical significance. Many of the items on display in Houston will be available for the first time. The exhibit includes the Vince Lombardi Trophy, an authentic interactive instant-replay booth, Knute Rockne’s 1919 Massillon Tigers helmet, Jim Brown’s jersey worn in an actual game, and Emmitt Smith’s rushing-record game mementos, among other highlights. Media, businesses and organizations are invited to partner with TSU in this amazing experience. Funding through exhibition ticket sales and sponsorships support college scholarships and student programs. Unique underwriting opportunities include evening venue rental for companies or organizations to host private viewing receptions and funding group tours for youth centers, schools, and young athletes. If you enjoyed this article, Join HBCU CONNECT today for similar content and opportunities via email! |
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Reginald Culpepper
President, Fulfillment and Web Services, HBCUCONNECT Clark Atlanta University class of 1998 Member Since September 2000 |
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