#1792Project:15 Ships to Sierra Leone, Gathering Wind in Our Sails: An Educational Partnership with the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic

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February27
Tuesday, 27 February, 2024 - 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Maritime Museum of the Atlantic 1675 Lower Water Street Halifax
Cost: 
free
Organized By: Maritime Museum of the Atlantic

#1792Project is an exciting school and community project dedicated to a vital chapter in African Nova Scotian history that continues to ripple out into the present time. The 15 Ships to Sierra Leone journey from Halifax remain the single, largest return to the continent of Africa by people of African descent that has occurred throughout history.  Let us share the history and goals of our growing project and our exciting partnership with the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic. 

Presenters: Karen Hudson is a dedicated educator and principal at Auburn Drive High School. Kathrin Winkler is a retired teacher, peace activist, artist, mother and grandmother of 8

Contact Information:

Jenny Nodelman, Maritime Museum of the Atlantic, jenny.nodelman@novascotia.ca

Additional Information:

The Maritime Museum of the Atlantic offers free Tuesday evening admission, 5 pm – 8 pm, year round.

 

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