Black Roots in Belleville and the Quinte Region: Why Black History Is Canadian History

Schedule

Sat, 28 Feb, 2026 at 02:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

254 Pinnacle Street, Belleville, ON, Canada, Ontario K8N 3B1 | Belleville, ON

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Join us for Black Roots in Belleville and the Quinte Region, a presentation that explores the meaningful history of Black presence, resilience, and contribution in the area. Special guest Dr. Nikki Clarke will share stories of early Black settlers, family legacies, and the region’s connections to freedom-seeking routes and community building, showing how Black history is not separate from Canadian history, but an essential part of it.

The presentation also highlights Black innovation, and the many ways Black Canadians have contributed to entrepreneurship, agriculture, craftsmanship, education, media, and social change both locally and across the country.

No registration required. All are welcome!
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254 Pinnacle Street, Belleville, ON, Canada, Ontario K8N 3B1

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