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August 1, 2024 to January 5, 2025

A History Exposed: The Enslavement of Black People in Canada

Little-known by Canadians is what happened before the Underground Railroad when, for over two centuries, the majority of Black people in Canada were slaves. Slavery played a significant role in the early settlement of Canada and its legacy can be seen and felt today.

Created with guest curator Dr. Afua Cooper and in partnership with the Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia.

An old newspaper advertisement with black type on yellowed paper describing a girl to be sold.

Royal Gazette, June 24, 1800, Nova Scotia Archives

A spotlight shines down on a microphone and stool in front of a brick wall. A red sign on the wall reads Countless Journeys Podcast 5.

25th anniversary of the Museum