CURRENT Events
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July 31st – 4 August 2026
ORLANDO, FLORIDA
DAV 2026 National Convention
We are both attending and supporting the 2026 DAV National Convention at the Rosen Shingle Creek Convention Center, 31 July to 4 August. The African Queen and the Julie Ann will be on display during the convention, and we are excited to share the nonprofit’s veteran and student mission support with a national audience. DAV Chapter #87 Clermont, FL is sponsoring the African Queen Project.
July 26th 2026
CLERMONT, FLORIDA
VFW 5277 Women’s Auxiliary 2nd Annual Fundraising Golf Tournament
We are sponsoring a hole again this year and will have the Julie Ann on display at the VFW Women’s Auxiliary Golf Tournament at the Green Valley Country Club, Clermont, FL. Shotgun starts at 7:00 am with a buffet luncheon and raffle prize giveaway to follow at 12:00 pm.
July 5th 2026
CLERMONT, FLORIDA
VFW Post 5277 Buddy Poppy Drive, Citrus Tower Publix, Clermont, fl
We are supporting VFW Post 5277 Buddy Poppy Drive in Clermont, FL, Saturday, 7:30 am-3:00 pm. We will be setting up and working the donation table at the Citrus Tower Publix. The “Julie Ann” will be on display along with historic WWII equipment and weapons. VFW Poppy proceeds (every penny!) go directly to help veterans in need. Please come and visit us if you can.
JUL 3rd 2026
CLERMONT, FLORIDA
DAV Chapter #87 Clermont, fl 250th birthday party for America
We are supporting the DAV Chapter #87 250th Birthday Party for America and Veterans. This event is being held jointly with the Kings Ridge Veterans Club and the African Queen Project at the Kings Ridge Ballroom. Dinner, a band, and a short presentation are part of the evening’s events. Party starts at 5:00 pm and runs until 10:00 pm. All veterans and widows are invited to attend. The event is free. God Bless the USA and Happy Birthday America!!!!
June 22nd 2026
CLERMONT, FLORIDA
Kings Ridge Men’s Club presentation
We have been invited to do a presentation on the recovery and preservation project, the African Queen. We are the 1st Kings Ridge resident that has been invited to be the guest speaker in the 20-year history of the Kings Ridge Men’s Club. We are thrilled to share the nonprofit’s mission and its success with the club, and I personally look forward to a unique and captivating program, LTC Koloc.
June 7th-12th 2026
mcpherson, kansas
McPherson College Summer Institute Program
We have been selected to attend the McPherson College Summer Institute “Vintage Engine Rebuilding Course. This nationally acclaimed school offers a limited number of courses during a three-week phase in June every summer. This particular class offers 15 student slots, and we were fortunate to have been selected. This course concentrates on diagnostics and engine rebuilding procedures. I will be staying in the dorms all week and eating in the student dining hall. We are very excited to be attending this course of instruction!!!!
June 6th 2026
Groveland, FLORIDA
vfw post 5277, clermont, fl buddy poppy drive
We are supporting VFW Post 5277 Buddy Poppy Drive in Groveland, FL, Saturday, 7:30 am-3:00 pm. We will be setting up and working the donation table at the Groveland, FL Publix. The “Julie Ann” will be on display along with historic WWII equipment and weapons. VFW Poppy proceeds (every penny!) go directly to help veterans in need. Please come and visit us if you can.
Past Events
May 25th 2026
CLERMONT, FLORIDA
City of Clermont Memorial Day event at the Clermont Arts and Recreation Center
We are supporting the City of Clermont Memorial Day Ceremony on 25 May 2026 at the Clermont Arts and Recreation Center, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. The African Queen and Julie Ann will be on display, along with military equipment and weapons. Joining the ceremony for the weekend are the Traveling Vietnam and OEF / OIF Walls. We are co-located with the wall, which is a solemn honor. God bless our fallen.
May 25th 2026
CLERMONT, FLORIDA
The African Queen Project Memorial Day speech
LTC Koloc has been invited to make the annual Memorial Day speech to the Kings Ridge Veterans Club at 10:00 am at the Kings Ridge clubhouse on 25 May 2026. This event is well attended, with 200-plus veterans expected. It is an honor to be selected for this event.
May 16th 2026
CLERMONT, FLORIDA
Mission barbeque veterans week celebration
We are supporting Mission Barbeques Veterans Week Celebration with the African Queen, the Julie Ann, and a large display of vintage WWII and Korean War military equipment. We will be joined by the Florida Military Vehicle Heritage Group (We are a Member), who will be bringing several vehicles to put on display. Event starts at 10:00 am and runs until 5:00 pm.
April 27th 2026
CLERMONT, FLORIDA
Kings Ridge Men’s Club and the African Queen Project Host VIP’s
We are supporting the Kings Ridge Men’s Club as we host two of our biggest fans: Clermont Mayor Mr. Tim Murray and Mr. Bryant Ortiz, the Veterans Service Representative for Congressman Daniel Webster’s office. Mr. Ortiz and Mayor Murray have provided significant support to the African Queen Project, and we wanted to show our appreciation by hosting them at our club dinner.
April 18th 2026
GROVELAND, FLORIDA
VFW Post 5277 Buddy Poppy Drive at The Groveland, FL Publix
We are supporting VFW Post 5277 Buddy Poppy Drive in Groveland, FL, Saturday, 7:30 am-3:00 pm. We will be setting up and working the donation table at the Groveland, FL Publix. The “Julie Ann” will be on display along with historic WWII equipment and weapons. VFW Poppy proceeds (every penny!) go directly to help veterans in need. Please come and visit us if you can.
April 11th 2026
CLERMONT, FLORIDA
VFW Post 5277 Buddy Poppy Drive at The Clermont Home Depot
We are supporting VFW Post 5277 Buddy Poppy Drive in Clermont, FL, Saturday, 7:30 am-3:00 pm. We will be setting up and working the donation table at the Clermont, FL Home Depot. The “Julie Ann” will be on display along with historic WWII equipment and weapons. VFW Poppy proceeds (every penny!) go directly to help veterans in need. Please come and visit us if you can.
March 21st 2026
CLERMONT, FLORIDA
City of Clermont Historic Village Veterans Celebration
We are supporting the City of Clermont “Historic Village” Veterans Celebration from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. The African Queen and the Julie Ann will be on display along with a sizable WWII equipment and weapons display. The historic village has an excellent military museum and was, during WWII, the site of a US Army Searchlight Crew Training School.
March 7th 2026
CLERMONT, FLORIDA
VFW Post 5277 and Lakeridge Winery 2nd Annual Car Show
We are supporting VFW Post 5277, Clermont, FL, second annual car show. The show is at the beautiful Lakeridge Winery in Clermont, and features live Music, a DJ, and outstanding food and wine. The African Queen, the Julie Ann, and a collection of historic WWII equipment and weapons will be on display. Event starts at 9:00 am and runs until 8:00 pm. We expect over 200 cars to attend
January 29th 2026
WINTER GARDEN ,FLORIDA
American Legion Post 63 National Commanders Breakfast
We are supporting American Legion Post 63, Winter Garden, Florida, National Commanders Breakfast 8:30 to 10 am on 29 Jan 26. The “Julie Ann” will be on display, and we will be hosting 3 of our favorite people: CPL Robert Shafer, a 95-year-old Korean War Veteran; the esteemed Dr. Lawrence Buja, Purdue University; and my childhood classmate, Father John Haugen, MA, who is visiting for the week. Our guest is the National Commander of the American Legion, Mr. Dan K. Wiley.
January 24th 2026
CLERMONT, FLORIDA
VFW Post 5277 80th Birthday Celebration
We are supporting the VFW Post 5277 80th Birthday Celebration at Michael’s Foundation on Saturday, 24 January, from 1 to 3 pm. The “Julie Ann” will be on display, and lunch is being provided by the Guy Fieri Foundation. We will be hosting CPL Robert Shafer, a 96-year-old Korean War Veteran and dear friend.
January 13th 2026
GROVELAND, FLORIDA
South Lake High School ROTC
We are supporting the South Lake High School ROTC program with displays and 6 hours of PowerPoint presentations to various classes on mission sets in Afghanistan, the Horn of Africa, the Balkans, and others. This is the 1st of future annual programs we will be doing in Groveland, Florida
January 10th 2026
CLERMONT, FLORIDA
DISABLED AMERICAN VETERANS CHAPTER 87
We are supporting the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) and attending the 2026 Planning Meeting to determine our participation in programs in 2026. We are planning to join the DAV as a member.
December 11th 2025
CLERMONT, FLORIDA
CITY OF CLERMONT School District Career Day
We are supporting the Clermont Annual School District Career Day, Clermont, FL, on Thursday, 11th December 2025, from 09:00 am-4:00 pm. We will set up 2 displays, African Queen and Julie Ann, and conduct classes throughout the day. We are driving the African Queen to the event with a police escort. “Story at 10” :-).
December 5-7 2025
ORLANDO, FLORIDA
2025 Westgate military event for veterans
We are supporting Westgate Resorts and the Westgate Foundation, which honors Service Members, Veterans, and Gold Star families during their Military Weekend. The African Queen and the Julie Ann will be on display. This event is only open to active duty, veterans, reserve, and National Guard soldiers.
November 15th 2025
WINTER GARDEN, FLORIDA
American Legion Post 63 Boys Program
We are supporting the American Legion Post 63 Boys Program, Winter Garden, FL, Saturday, 10:00 am-4:00 pm. We will be setting up and supporting the educational workshops the entire day. The “Julie Ann” will be on display.
November 11th 2025
CLERMONT, FLORIDA
Mission Barbeque Veterans Day Program
We will be supporting the Veteran-Friendly Mission Barbeque Veterans Program on Nov 11 from 9:00 am-4:00 pm. The African Queen will be on display. Mission Barbeque donates full meals to any veteran who visits any store in their chain. The Clermont Mission Barbeque has donated meals to the Local FVW, American Legion, and various veteran organizations throughout the year. They are a very patriotic business, and we encourage everyone to support them. Come visit, see the vehicles, and grab a meal.
November 11th 2025
CLERMONT, FLORIDA
CITY OF CLERMONT VETERANS DAY PROGRAM
We will be a guest speaker at the Veterans Day Program, Clermont, FL. Please join our celebration and recognition of all veterans if you can.
October 25th 2025
CLERMONT, FLORIDA
1st Annual VFW Fundraiser / Golf Tournament
We are supporting the VFW Post 5277 Golf Tournament in Clermont, FL, Saturday, 7:00 am-4:00 pm. We will be setting up and supporting the fundraiser the entire day. The “African Queen” and the “Julie Ann” will be on display. All proceeds will benefit the post and the VFW Auxiliary. Please come and visit us if you can.
October 18th 2025
CLERMONT, FLORIDA
Kings Ridge Car Club
We are supporting the 1st Baptist Church Fall Carnival in Clermont, FL, Saturday 2:00 pm-6:00 pm. We will be setting up and supporting the carnival the entire afternoon. The “African Queen” and the “Julie Ann” will be on display. Please come and visit us if you can.
October 18th 2025
CLERMONT, FLORIDA
VFW Post 5277 Buddy Poppy Drive
We are supporting VFW Post 5277 Buddy Poppy Drive in Clermont, FL, Saturday, 7:30 am-3:00 pm. We will be setting up and working the donation table at the local Publix Grocery Store. The “Julie Ann” will be on display along with historic WWII equipment and weapons. VFW Poppy proceeds (every penny!) go directly to help veterans in need. Please come and visit us if you can.
July 28nd 2025
CLERMONT FLORIDA
African Queen Project Update
The African Queen finally comes home after 5 years of display tours in Ohio and Indiana. We are glad to have our Queen back home and the opportunity to share her with the Orlando area and her Florida fans.
September 13th 2025
CLERMONT, FLORIDA
VFW Post 5277 Poppy Drive
We are supporting VFW Post 5277 Poppy Drive in Clermont, FL, Saturday, 7:30 am-3:00 pm at the Clermont Lowes. We will be setting up and working the donation table the entire day. The “Julie Ann” will be on display.VFW Poppy proceeds (every penny!) go directly to help veterans in need. Please come and visit us if you can.
July 27th 2025
CLERMONT, FLORIDA
The African Queen Project Honors Korean War Veterans
The African Queen joins the Florida Military Vehicle Heritage Group with Mission Barbeque to honor and celebrate Korean War Veterans and the signing of the Korean War Armistice on 27 July 1953. The Ford GPW will be on display. Event runs from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm.
December 2023 – July 2025
PORT CLINTON, OHIO
Liberty Aviation Museum
The African Queen Heads to the Liberty Air Museum in Port Clinton, Ohio as a new exhibit for an 18-month loan period!
http://www.libertyaviationmuseum.org
April 10th 2025
CLERMONT FLORIDA
Orchard Hills Car Show
We will be visiting the Orchard Hills Retirement Community, Clermont, FL, Thursday, 10:00 am-12:00 pm. We are looking forward to visiting veterans.
April 6th 2025
CLERMONT, FLORIDA
Watson Realty Breast Cancer Fundraiser and car show
We will be supporting the Clermont Breast Cancer Awareness Project at the Watson Realty Office, Clermont, FL, Sunday, 2 pm-5 pm. We finally have some great weather, and we are looking forward to being on display to the public with the Julie Ann.
1st Of February 2025
CLERMONT, FLORIDA
Bees RV Park Car Show
We will be supporting the Kings Ridge Car Club, Clermont, FL, at the Bees RV Park Car Show Saturday, 3:00 pm-6:00 pm. The Julie Ann will be on display
20th Of January 2025
CLERMONT, FLORIDA
MLK Day Parade
We will be supporting VFW Post 5277, Clermont, FL at the Dr. Martin Luther King (MLK) parade. We will have a Vietnam War Combat Vet as our passenger. The AQP Team is lifetime members of the VFW and takes great pride in our military service.
21st Of December 2024
WINTER GARDEN, FLORIDA
Cars and Coffee Car Show
We will be on display to the public and will be showing off our new display board and easel.
14th Of December 2024
GROVELAND, FLORIDA
City of Groveland, FL Christmas Parade
We will be attending the Christmas Parade and are tasked with carrying a local dignitary.
11th Of November 2024
CLERMONT, FLORIDA
Kings Ridge Veterans Club Veterans Day Ceremony
LTC Koloc will be giving a Veterans Day Address at Kings Ridge for the community at 5:30 pm on the 11th of November.
11th Of November 2024
CLERMONT, FLORIDA
City of Clermont Veterans Day Parade
THE AQ Project will be participating in the Veterans Day Parade with the American Legion Post 63 at 8:30 AM on the 11th of November. We will be transporting veterans with the 1942 GPW Jeep, the Julie Ann.
June 2024 – August 2024
Cincinnati Ohio
African Queen Project Move
The African Queen Project Moves Its Headquarters From Cincinnati, Ohio, USA to Clermont, Florida, USA. Sunshine and Beaches!
May 2022-November 2023
Portland, Indiana
Museum of the Soldier
The African Queen Heads to the Museum of the Soldier in May as a star display for an 18-month loan period!
2022-2023
Milford, Ohio
Great Oaks Career Campus
The African Queen Project G-STEM Program in conjunction with the Great Oaks Career Campus will be restoring a 1942 Ford GPW WWII Jeep in support of veterans re-entering the workforce.
May 19th – 22nd 2022
9:00 am – 5:00pm
FINDLAY, Ohio
Annual Armed Forces Day celebration
The African Queen Heads to the 35th Armed Forces Day Celebration in May as a star attraction at the show!
Apr 1st – 3rd 2022
9:00 am – 5:00pm
Cleveland, Ohio
Summit Racing Equipment, International Exposition Center, Piston Powered Auto-Rama Show (I-X PPAR)
The African Queen Heads to the I-X PPAR Show in April. Come visit us as we are honored to be a star attraction at the show!
Nov 2020 –
Apr 2022
Dayton, Ohio
National Museum of the US Air Force (NMUSAF)
The African Queen is currently on loan to the NMUSAF for 18 months! Come and visit The Queen in the Korean War Gallery.
Jan 24nd, 31st & Feb 7th, 2022
9:00 – 5:00pm
Cincinnati, Ohio
Humanitarian Operations Classes At The University Of Cincinnati Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI)
The African Queen Project will conduct multiple classes on Civil-Military Operations (CMO) on the subjects of Afghanistan, East Africa, and the Balkans at the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI). Anyone can attend these courses by registering through OLLI at the University of Cincinnati. OLLI Class number is 1802, “Saving the World One Mission at a Time”.
Feb 1st 2022
1:00 – 2:30pm
Cincinnati, Ohio
Saving The African Queen Half-Track Class At The University Of Cincinnati Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI)
In-person OLLI (Osher Lifelong Learning Institute) presentation on the discovery, recovery, and preservation efforts necessary to save the African Queen from East Africa
Nov 23 2021
Chicago, Illinois
Pritzker Military Museum and Library (PMML)
The African Queen Project visits the PMML to tour the facility and meets with staff to discuss possible future collaborations.
Sep 4 & 25, 2021
9:00 – 5:00pm
Dayton, Ohio
Plane Talk at the National Museum of the USAF (NMUSAF)
In-person talk and presentation on the discovery, recovery, and preservation efforts necessary to save the African Queen Half-track. African Queen stickers, challenge coins, and buttons will be available for children of every age!
Sep 10-12 2021
Troy, Ohio
Miami Valley Veterans Museum – Salute to Veterans Past and Present
The African Queen Project WWII Ford Jeep is on display in support of the Miami Valley Veterans Museum. Go Team!
May 14-16 2021
Findlay, Ohio
The Armed Forces Day Celebration
The African Queen will be an honored guest at the Armed Forces Day Celebration.