Amherstburg Freedom Museum celebrates kickoff to milestone 50th anniversary [Video]

The Amherstburg Freedom Museum is celebrating a year of festivities in anticipation of its 50th anniversary in 2025.

“The museum has been a beacon to talk about African American history in our community,” said Museum Board Director, Cari-Lynn Ristic.

The museum, which was founded in 1975, opened its doors to the public Saturday with live music and food.

The Amherstburg Freedom Museum tells the stories of the town’s significance to Black history, showcases related artifacts and provides scholarship opportunities to students pursuing post-secondary education.

“I am an example of the significance of the Underground Railroad,” said Ristic.

“My family would have come across and landed in Essex County. I was born and raised in Windsor, committed to raise my family in the city and have many family members in Amherstburg.”

Amherstburg was a key stop on the path to freedom provided by the Underground Railroad. (Sanjay Maru/CTV News Windsor)Amherstburg …