Upcoming Black History Events

Upcoming Black History Events

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Upcoming Black History in Ontario Events 2018 is shaping up as an exciting year for Black History events in the region. We thought we'd share several upcoming events, a couple of which have some interesting archaeological connections. Niagara Falls Underground Railroad Heritage Center Grand Opening When: May 4 - May 12, 2018 Where: 825 Depot Avenue West, Niagara Falls, New York 14305 On Sunday, May 6, 2018, archaeologist, historian and award-winning author Karolyn Smardz-Frost will be speaking about her recent research on the Cataract Hotel and its connections to the story-line of her new book Steal Away Home, a biography of Cecelia Reynolds. The Cataract Hotel was an important stop on the Underground Railroad and where Cecelia and many other freedom-seekers made their way to Canada. In 2015, Timmins Martelle…
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TMHC and the 2018 Canadian Archaeological Association Annual Meeting

TMHC and the 2018 Canadian Archaeological Association Annual Meeting

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TMHC and the 2018 Canadian Archaeological Association Annual Meeting This week the Canadian Archaeological Association hosts its annual meeting in Winnipeg, Manitoba. This year’s theme is “Where the Spirit Resides“, based on the Anishinaabe word “Manitoba”. The Calls to Action of the Truth and Reconciliation Committee reverberate throughout this country, with archaeology being no exception. As the Ontario Archaeological Society recently adopted a new statement of ethical principles, the CAA also stands at a crossroads. The topics of the upcoming sessions underscore the growing influence of Descendant communities on archaeological practice. TMHC’s partnership with Sustainable Archaeology: Western and Mitacs will feature in one such session. Dr. Joshua Dent will discuss the Research Portal pilot project and how it is a reflection of and a contributing factor to the ongoing process…
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In the News: Archaeology of ‘The Ward’, Toronto

In the News: Archaeology of ‘The Ward’, Toronto

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Timmins Martelle in the News: Archaeology of 'The Ward', Toronto Hopes for the future Holly Martelle, MyOntario; 2017 Hopes for the future Holly Martelle, Heritage Matters; Feb. 2017 Archeologist unearths epic story of slavery and freedom in Toronto Mary Wiens, CBC News; Feb. 26, 2017 Courthouse site dig gives insight into Toronto's history Megan Doski, Toronto Star; Feb. 25, 2017 City hall exhibit uncovers Toronto’s early Black history Erin McGuey, thebulletin.ca; Feb. 23, 2017 Former Chinese Church site in Toronto has ties to African-American history John Lorinc, The Globe and Mail; Nov. 18, 2016 Artwork commemorates role of church in Toronto’s history Azzura Lalani, Toronto Star; Dec. 8, 2016 Toronto’s black history unearthed in excavation of landmark church John Lorinc, Toronto Star; Feb. 15, 2016  
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The Fugitive Slave Chapel – London, Ontario

The Fugitive Slave Chapel – London, Ontario

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[siteorigin_widget class="SiteOrigin_Widget_Headline_Widget"][/siteorigin_widget]   The plain, wood framed, vernacular style, residential cottage sitting upon the lot at 275 Thames Street, London, Ontario, was slated for demolition to make way for an expansion of the Aboutown Travel Services parking facilities. After the request for demolition was approved, groups of concerned and aware citizens began protesting and combating the order because they remembered the history associated with the structure; they remembered the building as the Fugitive Slave Chapel. History of the Slave Chapel The area surrounding London has an important, if often forgotten, association with 19th century Black heritage in North America. As one of the terminus points on the Underground Railroad, the population of former slaves was increasing during the early nineteenth century. As such, there are numerous points of local history,…
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