A celebration of hope and freedom commemorating the end of slavery in the British Empire on August 1, 1834.
PROGRAM
Lift Every Voice in Praise – 10:30 a.m. and 2:15 p.m.
Windsor native R Jones has sung with the legendary Ms. Patti Labelle. Hear his soulful voice in performance as he celebrates freedom through song.
The Roots of Rhythm – 10:40 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.
Take part in creating rhythm with Nigerian-born Babarinde Williams as he unites audiences regardless of race, gender, culture, age and ability in an interactive West African-style drumming circle.
Sister Act – 11:15 a.m. and 1:20 p.m.
Sisters Ceara and Mariah Travis combine their love of music, family and praising God into a youthful and uplifting gospel performance.
Celebration of the Spiritual – 11:25 a.m.
Tynisha Dungey uses the strength of her faith to inspire her audience by singing a medley of modern gospel and period slave hymns.
Combining Two Traditions – 11:45 a.m. and 1:50 p.m.
Mauritian Sega is a dance performed as a way to express sorrow and joys of the Mauritian people in a world where traditions were forbidden. It will be performed by Tania Charles and her dance company.
LUNCH: 12 p.m. to 12:55 p.m.
Celebration of Music – 1 p.m.
Powerful and melodic are two words that can describe the voice of Denise Pelley, winner of several jazz musical awards. She will be performing a variety of music with a message.
WW1: No. 2 Construction Battalion – 12:30 p.m., 2:25 p.m. and 2:45 p.m.
Join us as we commemorate the 100th anniversary of the First World War and learn about Canada’s all-Black Battalion contributions.
FREE ADMISSION
Gift shop, Picnic area, Public washrooms, Parking
Bring your own lawn chair!
