Sheffield Park Black History Museum

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Sheffield Park Black History Museum

Visit our 16 display buildings as you enjoy the Heritage Walk around 11 acres of natural setting.

Sheffield Park Black History and Cultural Museum is living history of the Black Settlers in the Collingwood/Owen Sound areas, the two northern terminals of the Underground Railroad system. Open May to October, Thurs to Sat 10:00 am - 3:00 pm (Heritage Walk closes at 2:00 pm)

06/25/2026

Clarksburg celebrates Canada Day! And Sheffield Park Black History & Cultural Museum will be there, too! We celebrate the contributions of Black Canadians with artifacts, displays, information and conversation at the Marsh Street Centre on Wednesday, July 1st from 10:00 am - 1:00 pm. Come and celebrate with us!

06/20/2026

It's a beautiful day to enjoy the Heritage Walk at Sheffield Park Museum. Just remember to wear comfy shoes. (Sorry, no zebras on site!)

Photo: African sandals and grass-woven hat from African Village Artisans Display

06/16/2026

Not too late to get on board! Tuesdays and Wednesdays are available for schools, organizations or community groups to enjoy the history journey at Sheffield Park Museum. Book your reservation soon! We wait your arrival!!

Video: Railroad Display Building -- Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters

06/06/2026

Looks like a rainy day.....we have hats in the Gift Shop just in case you forgot yours! We gotcha covered!

06/03/2026

Another family treasure finds a new home! This large spinning wheel, passed down through several generations, is a perfect compliment to the Abolitionist's House parlour setting. Thank you, Esther and John, for this wonderful addition to Sheffield Park Museum.

05/25/2026

Lemonade Collective in Thornbury....you've done it again! Thank you for fundraising for the Beaver Valley Grade 7 classes to visit Sheffield Park Museum. We appreciate your support and look forward to sharing with the staff and students!

05/21/2026

LET THE TRUMPET SOUND! Our 2026 summer season begins! Twenty-one buildings showcasing several themes from African beginnings through Slavery to Freedom Seekers -- from original Black Homesteaders, Settlements & Communities to Black Canadian achievements.....and a whole lot more! Museum opens 10:00 am Thursday, May 21! SEE YOU SOON!

Photo: Hand-carved wooden African elephant

05/18/2026

Abolitionists assisted Freedom Seekers via the Underground Railroad by operating their homes as Stations or Depots. They provided shelter, food, clothing and a resting place on the route to freedom. Drop by for a visit at the "Safe House" - your first stop on the Heritage Walk at Sheffield Park. (don't forget to look up in the attic!) Museum opens Thursday, May 21st, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Photo: Abolitionists' Safe House

05/12/2026

Here's the scoop! Bookings are coming in for group visits. Reserve a Tuesday or Wednesday for your school or organization's visit to Sheffield Park. Group reservations require 20+ visitors.

Photo: Nigerian hand-carved bowl and spoon from various sized gourds

05/10/2026

Lots of "Mommy" memories today! Happy Mother's Day to all of our special moms & sisters...(you know who you are!) So blessed, so grateful and so happy to have all of you in our lives.

Address

241 Clark Street
Thornbury, ON
N0H1J0

Telephone

519-599-6226

Website

http://www.sheffieldparkblackhistory.com/

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