Step into history. Walk with culture. Experience Black Vancouver like never before.
Saturday, February 21st: 1pm-3pm Starts at Museum of Vancouver.
Afro Van Connect (AVC) invites you to the Black History Walking Tour, presented by Black Space Media INC in partnership with the Museum of Vancouver, the Vancouver Maritime Museum, and the Vancouver Heritage Foundation.
This immersive walking tour explores the history, culture, and lived experiences of Black and African-descent communities in British Columbia, highlighting stories often left untold. Guided through the historic Kitsilano neighbourhood, along the southern shore of English Bay, participants will uncover the powerful legacies of Black pioneers such as Feilding Spotts, Sylvia Stark, Howard Estes, and the Alexander family.
This experience honours the shared histories of African-descent peoples and Indigenous communities in British Columbia, acknowledging the unceded territories of the xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Səlí̓ lwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.
Guided storytelling from local knowledge keepers and community leaders
Deep dives into Black history, heritage, art, and place
Culturally relevant food from local African-descent vendors
Live performances by local artists
Access to the Museum of Vancouver and Maritime Museum Garden spaces
What to expect
The tour will be hosted by Kor Kase, Co-Founder of Afro Van Connect, who will guide attendees through the historical and cultural significance of Black presence in Vancouver.
The tour will start at the Museum of Vancouver and end at the Vancouver Maritime Museum.
Please note that whilst the Museum of Vancouver and Vancouver Maritime Museum are accessible venues, this event will be held outdoors and will involve walking on surfaces that may not be wheelchair-accessible. Visitors are also encouraged to bring all-weather clothing.
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https://vanmaritime.com/explore/events-and-programs/bc-heritage-week-black-history-tour-tasting/