Join us as community historian Irene Moore Davis discusses myths and facts regarding the Underground Railroad in Windsor-Essex County and beyond. Referring to decades of scholarship regarding the Underground Railroad, this presentation will dispel some of the common myths that have shaped many North Americans’ understanding of what the Underground Railroad was, its significance, how it operated, […]
For more than ninety years, the congregation of Windsor’s British Methodist Episcopal Church has organized a Valentine Tea in February. This year, the 95th Annual Valentine Tea will take place at All Saints’ Anglican Church just steps from the original location of the BME Church in the McDougall Street Corridor. Enjoy tea and desserts, the […]
The Ujima Initiative in partnership and collaboration with Art Windsor Essex, presents a Black History Month Celebration of Culture and Fashion. Join us for BLACK: The Beautiful One. This colourful feast of fashion, culture, and story is centering a powerful tradition of unity, through sacred designs and patterns fused with contemporary styles that stand in […]
Tour the exhibitions at Art Windsor-Essex and enjoy interesting activities such as a fashion show by talented Black youth engaged in the Ujima Initiative (United Way Centraide Windsor-Essex-Chatham-Kent.) Enjoy drop-in art workshops, music, and light refreshments available for purchase. Visit https://artwindsoressex.ca for more information. Where: Art Windsor-Essex, 401 Riverside Dr. W., Windsor
What defines style in Windsor-Essex? Is it function, storytelling, culture, community, or reinvention? This panel brings together local creatives to explore how lived experience, culture, and creative practice shape personal and collective style in our region. Drawing from backgrounds in design, costumes, community leadership, and the arts, panelists will reflect on how identity, movement, and […]
Join the Essex County Black Historical Research Society for their February members’ meeting on Zoom, featuring board member and presenter Dr. Lorene Bridgen-Lennie. Dr. Bridgen-Lennie will share research that led to her chapter on Windsor-based Black abolitionist newspapers The Voice of the Fugitive and The Provincial Freeman in the recent book The Black Press: A […]
The Amherstburg Freedom Museum will receive a portion of proceeds when the Windsor Express host the Glass City Wranglers on Friday, February 20th at 7 pm. This is one fun, family-friendly way to support Black history and universal inspiration. The Amherstburg Freedom Museum will receive a portion of proceeds when the Windsor Express host the […]
Join Local 444 Unifor’s BIWOC Committee for a day of community & culture. 🖤Black History Celebration 💚Join Local 444 Unifor’s BIWOC Committee for a day of community & culture. 📍 Local 444 Union Hall, Windsor📅 Sat. Feb 21, 2026🚪 12:30 PM | 🍽️ Dinner 4:00 PM🎶 Speakers • Vendors • Soul food • Music & […]
The Amherstburg Freedom Museum is pleased to host author and media personality Nikki Clarke for a book signing. Clarke is the author of The Paper Clip Princess and The Black Canadian History Colouring Book. Books will be available for purchase and signing. Where: Amherstburg Freedom Museum, 277 King Street, Amherstburg
Join the Windsor Essex Caribbean Association for our Black History Month Brunch as we come together to celebrate Black culture, history, and heritage. Enjoy a delicious Caribbean-inspired brunch while connecting with community, honoring our roots, and reflecting on the legacy and contributions of Black communities past and present. ✨ Great food. Rich culture. Meaningful connection. […]
Join us for a special afternoon of literature, art, and community as The River Bookshop and the Amherstburg Freedom Museum partner to celebrate Black History Month in a creative space surrounded by the works of members of the Artists of Colour. The River Bookshop will be on-site to sell books, and those interested in participating […]
All are welcome to participate in an ecumenical Black History Month prayer service with speaker Rev. Jennifer Leath. Light refreshments to follow. Co-hosted by All Saints’ Anglican Church, St. Augustine of Canterbury Anglican Church, and Tanner-Price African Methodist Episcopal Church. Where: St. Augustine of Canterbury Anglican Church, 5145 Wyandotte Street East
