AfroFest at the University of Windsor: Trivia Night Join students at the University of Windsor Main Campus for a trivia night featuring Black/African/Caribbean history and culture. Follow the University of Windsor Students’ Alliance (UWSA) website and social media for further details. Where: CAW Student Centre Commons, University of Windsor
Join us virtually on Monday, March 20th at 2pm as we welcome Artist Moraa Stump who will present "Piecing Together Black Quilting Traditions in Southern Ontario." Where: Online http://ow.ly/7YWn50MAmF9
Join us for our Freedom Achievers Mentorship Event with Guest Speaker Teajai Travis Where: In Person - Tickets available at findyourpath.givesmart.com
Join us for this annual fundraising event on the grounds of the museum for a chicken dinner and an evening of dancing, and entertainment featuring the Six Degrees, you won't want to miss it! Dancing, silent auction, and fellowship await you. Tickets go on sale in April, you can purchase them at the museum or […]
The Amherstburg Freedom Museum will its annual Emancipation Celebration Dinner & Dance at the Hellenic Cultural Centre. This event recognizes the 189th anniversary of the Abolition of Slavery in Canada in 1834 and the federal recognition of Emancipation Day in Canada. Join us for dinner and an evening of dancing and entertainment. You won't want […]
Caribbean Centre2410 Central Ave. • 1-4 PM – Children’s Activities ft. “Harriet Is My Hero” Children’s Show by Leslie McCurdy • 6 PM – Opening Ceremony (special address by Dr. Sharon Burey, Senator)• 7 PM – Fashion Show• 8:30 – 9:30 PM – Rochelle Day & Dusty• 10 PM till late – Black Orchid BandCaribbean & African […]
Sandwich First Baptist Church3652 Peter Ave. • 10 AM – Church Service• 1 PM – Community Conversation • 3 PM – Gospel Concert• 4:30 PM – Sandwich Walking TourBBQ dinners for sale!
Monday, Aug. 7 Emancipation DayJackson Park (Recreational Area)125 Tecumseh Rd. E. • 10 AM – Bring Your Own Food & Drink Casual Family Gathering• 1-4 PM – Fun & Games for All Ages• 1-4 PM – Historic Walking Tours of Windsor’s Legendary Emancipation Celebrations (hosted by Essex County Black Historical Research Society)
Join us for this fabulous day of golfing benefitting the Amherstburg Freedom Museum. Registration starts at 7am, shotgun start at 8am. Where: Dominion Golf & Country Club
We invite you to join us on Thursday, August 31st at 6:30pm at the Amherstburg Freedom Museum (277 King Street) for an in-person presentation and reception for the opening of the exhibit "Beyond the Underground Railroad: A History of Black Settlement in Nineteenth Century Amherstburg." This exhibit was created by University of Windsor student Karleigh […]
Join North Buxton as they celebrate their 100th Homecoming on Labour Day weekend, September 1-4! Explore our historic town, party, play, and learn. "Experience the rich heritage, vibrant events, and educational opportunities. Let's celebrate, connect, and honor our ancestors. Don't miss this unforgettable adventure in North Buxton! See the full schedule https://100thhomecoming.com/"
In celebration of the Amherstburg Freedom Museum's 48th anniversary, our next Black History Series presenters are AFM Curator Mary-Katherine Whelan and Assistant Curator Dr. Lorene Bridgen-Lennie. who will present "Going Beyond Religion: The Activism and Community Service of Black Churches in Amherstburg and Colchester, 1826-1955." Their presentation will happen on the Museum's anniversary, September 20th, […]
