Special Recognition
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Artist, Artisan, Athlete, Community Leader, Dentist, Educator, Judge, Juror, Lawyer, Musician, Policeman, Politician, Public Service, Soldier, Sport icon, Teacher, Television Host … Julia Griffith, an English comrade of abolitionist Frederick Douglass gave this advice to Mifflin Gibbs as he was deciding to make the move to Victoria “What! Discouraged? Go […]
Suffragist, abolitionist, devoted daughter, wife, mother; and property owner Her life’s work is indeed remarkable. Her grave marker, while bearing only brief words of her life force, is a tangible link between the past, the present, and the future as we work together to ensure the legacy of BC Black […]
We are honoured to present the twelve brave Black men from British Columbia, who enlisted in No. 2 Construction Battalion, CEF. In the fall of 2024 we announced another signature project for the Society – “No. 2 Construction Battalion Legacy in BC and Beyond”. The research found 12 soldiers who […]
It’s here! – a 52-page illustrated publication, BC Black History Timeline, to purchase by donation We launched a BC Black History digital timeline in 2021; and then began receiving requests for a print version. Working with a graphic design firm, we are now offering an illustrated 52-page publication to purchase […]
She fostered the values of equality and acceptance; is recognized as a civic leader and pioneer in the development of British Columbia’s music industry. She will always be celebrated for her extensive career as a jazz singer. Not only is she the first black artist in North America to host […]
These women have made history – are making history.Activist, Abolitionist, Athlete, Business Owner, Civic Leader, Community Leader, Creative Artist, Educator, Historian, Judge, Lawyer, Pastor, Pianist, Pioneer, Politician, Teacher, Trailblazer … We highlight contributions women make to the workforce, in their communities and at home throughout history, and the critical role […]
A Community Story: Partnering with Digital Museums Canada provides a unique opportunity to further imprint the stories of these pioneers in a lasting way that reaches beyond the boundaries of our provincial neighborhoods and re-affirms the significance of these pioneers in Canadian history for all Canadians. BC Black History Awareness […]
Written, told and designed by Black voices, this exhibition reclaims and retells the complicated history of stolen people on stolen land, and how the contributions of Black leaders echo across the centuries into the present. BCBHAS TeamSilvia Mangue, President, BC Black History Awareness Society & Team LeadFran Morrison, BCBHAS Board […]