Amherstburg Freedom Museum
Site: Amherstburg - King St
Service: Museum and Cultural Centre
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Print Version (New Window)| Record #: AMH0511 | Last Modified: 24 Oct 2019 | Last Full Update: 24 Oct 2019 |
| Contact Information | |
|---|---|
| Office Phone | 519-736-5433 |
| Toll Free Phone | 1-800-713-6336 |
| Fax | 1-866-622-4672 |
| Website | www.amherstburgfreedom.org/ |
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| Primary Contact | Mary-Katherine Whelan, Curator and Administrator |
| Alternate Contact | Lorene Bridgen-Lennie, Assistant Curator |
| Description and Service Details | |
| Description (Service) | Historical Black Museum * features the Canadian historic site of the Nazrey African Methodist Episcopal Church and Taylor Log Cabin * established to preserve Black Heritage from African origins to present day development * focus on the Underground Railroad Movement, Canadian Black settlement and the accomplishments and constitutions of the peoples of African origins * museum collects, preserves, interprets, researches and exhibits a collection of objects and specimens of historical and cultural value * rental of the cultural centre available for special events or gatherings * Speakers/research available by appointment |
| Hours | Tue-Fri 12 noon-5 pm * Sat, Sun 1 pm-5 pm |
| Areas Served | Essex County |
| Eligibility | Persons interested in Black history |
| Application | No application process required to visit the Museum |
| Languages | English |
| Fees | Membership ; Admission |
| Agency Information | |
| Established | 1975 |
| Primary Executive | Monty Logan, President of the Board of Directors |
| Alternate Executive | Gary Jean, Treasurer |
| Funding | Donations ; Fees - Through Membership ; Sale of Goods - Hall rentals, Admission, and Special Events |
| Elections | Annual meeting and election of officers in May |
| Site Information | |
| Located In Community | Amherstburg |
| Address & Map | |
| Intersection | King St and Simcoe St |
| Physical Access | Fully Accessible - Parking, Entrance, Elevator to second floor and Washroom |