Josiah Henson Museum of African-Canadian History
The property containing the Josiah Henson Museum of African-Canadian History is part of 81 hectares (200 acres) of land purchased in 1841 to establish the Dawn Settlement – a refuge for the many fugitives from slavery who escaped to Canada from the United States. The Josiah Henson Interpretive Centre, located on the site, houses a collection of 19th-century artifacts and rare books pertinent to the abolitionist era, as well as displays highlighting Reverend Josiah Henson’s life.
Seasonal Operation: May-October 10am-3pm. Closed Monday. They are still open for groups of 15 or more by appointment.
November-April please email to schedule a tour. [email protected]
Hours
- Sunday - Closed
- Monday - Closed
- Tuesday - 10:00am - 3:00pm
- Wednesday - 10:00am - 3:00pm
- Thursday - 10:00am - 3:00pm
- Friday - 10:00am - 3:00pm
- Saturday - 10:00am - 3:00pm
