AMHERSTBURG FREEDOM MUSEUM
Black History… Universal Inspiration
Welcome to the Amherstburg Freedom Museum
The Amherstburg Freedom Museum tells the story of African-Canadians’ journey and contributions, by preserving stories and presenting artifacts that educate and inspire. The museum was founded by Amherstburg resident Melvin “Mac” Simpson, on the belief that social, economic and educational issues would be better addressed by a society with greater knowledge and pride in its own history.
After over 40 years of service, and with generous support from individuals, foundations, corporations, and government sources, the Amherstburg Freedom Museum continues to be a national symbol of courage, determination and freedom.
Africans taken to North America (1600-1850)
Africans perished on slaving ships
People freed by the Abolition of Slavery Act in the British Colonies (1834)
Enslaved people who escaped to freedom in Canada
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Our Mandate
To tell the stories of Amherstburg’s role in the Underground Railroad, and
African-Canadians’ journey and contributions to Canada and the region.
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