With the generous support of FedDev Ontario, the Essex County Black Historical Research Society has commissioned three new murals near the intersection of Erie and Mercer Streets, in the heart of the McDougall Street Corridor, downtown Windsor’s traditional Black neighbourhood. Artists Jermaine Baylis, Ed Irmen, and DERKZ were selected to commemorate the rich Black history […]
Black Kids in Action Present “How Did We Get Here” Description: Join Black Kids in Action Performing Arts Group as they perform “How Did We Get Here?” will perform “Telling Our Story: Black History Month” on their YouTube page, February 26th at 7:00 p.m. Tickets $30.00 until Jan. 31st, $35.00 afterward, or $40.00 at the […]
Coalition for Justice Unity Equity Black History Month Event All Teen Students can reserve their "FREE" dinner reservation. (Casual fun) email: coalitionforjusticeunityequity@gmail.com Dates: Feb 3rd, Feb 10th, Feb 17th, Feb 24th. @7pmPasta, Dinner Roll, Beverages. After finishing up with exams, our students need a break. Free dinner and Visual Arts Show.Pop by, Bring your friends […]
Rarely Seen: Art from the Amherstburg Freedom Museum Collection Art from the Amherstburg Freedom Museum collection is showcased at River Bookshop for the month of February. The artwork features a mix of styles, techniques, and subject matter related to the Black experience. Date: Every Saturday and Sunday in February Time: 12-5pm Where: Hole in The […]
You’re encouraged to wear your hat or fascinator and join the Windsor West Indian Association for its annual Black History Tea Party which will feature food, music, tea of course, and a presentation by Joan and Treavor Jones, "Reggae: A musical journey from Africa to the World". Admission by donation. For information, call (519) 945-0213 or […]
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 […]
Our latest exhibit curated by Walter Cassidy and Dr. Amorie Robinson "Black, Queer and Here: 2SLGBTQIA+ Visibility in the Black Community in Essex County and Detroit" which is on display until August 20th. Thank you Walter Cassidy and Dr. Amorie Robinson for putting together this important exhibit.
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 […]
