Sheffield Park Black History and Cultural Museum
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Print Version (New Window)| Record #: CWD3170 | Last Modified: 19 May 2020 | Last Full Update: 19 May 2020 |
| Description | |
|---|---|
| Description (Service) | COVID-19 Response Due to concerns regarding COVID-19, the museum will be closed until further notice Regular Service Cultural, historical museum * Includes the Black communities of Oro, Collingwood/Owen Sound, Artemesia (Priceville Black Cemetery) and surrounding settlements * Offers guided/self guided tours describing the accomplishments of founding Black pioneers and their contribution to Canadian society * The Museum has several hand crafted model ships, displays and artifacts * Tour includes a heritage walk, Underground Railroad quilt, African beginnings, pioneer life, farm implements and black memorabilia * Ample parking and picnic tables are available to visitors. |
| Service Details | |
| Hours | COVID-19 Suspended Regular: Tue-Sat 10 am-3:30 pm |
| Dates | Open: End of May (last Tuesday) Closes: Oct Thanksgiving weekend |
| Areas Served | Grey County ; Simcoe County |
| Eligibility | No restrictions |
| Application | Walk-in for service during season * Call for information * Please call to schedule bus groups |
| Languages | English |
| Fees | Service ; Entry fee: Adults, Students, Seniors $5, Children 12 yrs and under $3 |
| Address and Location | |
| Located In Community | Clarksburg |
| Address & Map | |
| Physical Access | Partially Accessible - Accessible to large buildings |
| Contact Information | |
| Office Phone | 519-599-6226 |
| sheffieldblackhistory@gmail.com | |
| Website | www.sheffieldparkblackhistory.com |
| Social Media |  Facebook: www.facebook.com/Sheffield-Park-Black-History-Museum-1595477574002974 |
| Primary Contact | Carolynn and Sylvia Wilson, Owners/Curators |