Images of Amherstburg Freedom Museum
Amherstburg Freedom Museum and its collection
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The Amherstburg Freedom Museum, formerly known as the North American Black Historical Museum, is situated in Amherstburg, Ontario, Canada. This community-based, non-profit institution is dedicated to narrating the history and contributions of African-Canadians. Many of the individuals whose stories are told here had ancestors who entered Canada as refugees from slavery in the United States.
Exhibits and Structures at the Museum
The Museum complex includes permanent and temporary exhibits, housed in the museum building, the Taylor Log Cabin, and the Nazrey African Methodist Episcopal Church. The Taylor Log Cabin is a historic home from the period, and the Nazrey African Methodist Episcopal Church is a National Historic Site. These structures provide a tangible connection to the past, offering visitors a unique insight into the history of African-Canadians.
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#6 Ethnology museums in Ontario
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