SAVE THE DATE! The 2024 Windsor-Essex Joint Black History Month Kick-Off will be happening on January 26th at 7pm at The Caribbean Centre (2410 Central Avenue, Windsor). Where: The Caribbean Centre (2410 Central Avenue, Windsor). When: 7pm
On Monday, January 29th at 7:00 p.m. Essex County Black Historical Research Society and Leddy Library - University of Windsor will launch Across the River to Freedom, a project that features three short documentaries, a website, curriculum resources, and a Sandwich Black history walking tour. Happening at Mackenzie Hall, 3277 Sandwich St. W., Windsor. All […]
Join the River Bookshop and the Amherstburg Freedom Museum for a variety of amazing events throughout the month of February celebrating Black History Month! Where: Nazrey A.M.E. Church at the Amherstburg Freedom Museum
Register for your free CROSSROADS digital pass to explore the historical significance of Windsor Essex. This pass will take you on a self guided tour where you can discover the rich and storied history of the area. Discover our place along the Underground Railroad, and for the month of February, read the featured stories for […]
Celebrating Black History Month- Come to John Muir at 363 Mill Street and view the work oflocal artist LANA TALBOT. "Lana Talbot was born in Windsor, Ontario, where she still resides. She is acommunity historian and activist as well as a longtime member of Sandwich First Baptist Church. Shecan often be found conducting tours of […]
Join students, faculty, staff, and administrators at the University of Windsor Main Campusfor a flag raising in honour of Black History/Black Futures Month 2024.
The Amherstburg Freedom Museum is excited to partner with River Bookshop to offering programming throughout Black History Month! Our first event is an author talk for Black Activist, Black Scientist, Black Icon: The Autobiography of Dr. Howard D. McCurdy with Dr. George Elliot Clarke and Dr. Brenda McCurdy with moderator Sheila Barker. Happening on February […]
Department of History, University of Windsor and Essex County Black Historical ResearchSociety are hosting a presentation by Dr. Deirdre McCorkindale from University of Guelph on February1st at 7pm. Dr. McCorkindale's presentation titled "'But it is not a British feeling': The Denial andWeaponization of Ontario's Underground Railroad" will happen at the Armories (353 Freedom Way inWindsor). […]
Join the WSO, vocalist Flo Ndimubandi, and the talented singers of the Windsor EssexYouth Choir for a concert that highlights the brilliance of black composers. With music from Scott Joplin,Joseph Bologne, and Oscar Peterson, the whole family will be captivated! Also, get ready to sing along topieces like “This Little Light of Mine” and “Oh […]
Family Concert: Singing with Flo – Amherstburg In Partnership with the River Bookshop, and the Amherstburg Freedom Museum Windsor, and the Windsor Symphony Orchestra. Time: 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Family Concert: Singing with Flo Amherstburg PerformanceAmherstburg Freedom Museum277 King St, Amherstburg, ON N9V 2C7 All tickets $5 Please Purchase Online HereJoin the WSO, vocalist […]
Join as we share books, activities and games related to heroes and sheroes from the Africandiaspora. CONTACT: MS. JANET C. BROWN 519-255-6770 EXT: 7700 jbrown@windsorpubliclibrary.com LOCATION: WINDSOR PUBLIC LIBRARY, JOHN MUIR BRANCH - MAIN FLOOR
Featuring delicious Caribbean cuisine, the Windsor West Indian Association’s annual BlackHistory Brunch is happening 12-4 p.m. Admission $25 for adults, $15 for children under 12. Tickets can be purchased by calling (519) 945-0213 or by e-mail to secretary@wwia.club or at the door.
