Black Heritage Reclaimed Bus Tour
About this Event
Join the Guelph Black Heritage Society and Centre Wellington Black Committee for an immersive afternoon exploring the stories, resilience, and contributions of early Black communities across Guelph, Fergus, and Wellington County.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Guided storytelling at historic locations
- Drive‑by views of significant Black community landmarks
- Stops at Richard Pierpoint Park and the Wellington County Museum & Archives
- Lunch provided by Caribbean Queens Real Jerk
- Family‑friendly learning experience
EVENT DETAILS
Starting Point: Heritage Hall, 83 Essex Street, Guelph
Start Time: 12:30 PM
Duration: 2.5–3 hours
Cost: $25 per person
Please Wear: Comfortable shoes
Tickets: Limited seating — reserve early
If cost is a barrier, please contact [email protected].
Everyone is welcome.
Learn. Reflect. Celebrate Black heritage in our region.
Follow @guelphblackheritage for updates.
Agenda
Heritage Hall
Info: Heritage Hall was built in 1880 as the British Methodist Episcopal (BME) Church. It served as a spiritual, cultural, and social centre for Guelph’s early Black community.
Woodlawn Memorial Park
Info: Established in 1854, Woodlawn Memorial Park is the resting place of many members of Guelph’s Black community.
Richard Pierpoint Park
Info: Richard Pierpoint’s story spans continents and centuries
Wellington County Museum & Archives
Info: From the 1820s to the 1860s, the Queen’s Bush was home to over 1,500 free and formerly enslaved Black settlers.
Caribbean Queens Real Jerk
Info: Lunch provided by Caribbean Queens Real Jerk
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
CAD 0.00 to CAD 28.25
