Welcome to the Africville Museum

In a replica of the Seaview United Baptist Church, we share stories of the community of Africville, the spirit of which lives on.

 

We will be closed March 29th-April 1st for Easter weekend

Winter Hours:  Monday- Friday / 10 am – 4 pm

Coming on a day we aren’t open?
Try the Walking Africville Audio Tour by scanning the QR code next to the museum door.

 

*** The Africville Museum grounds are a ‘No dogs allowed’ area.  The adjacent Africville Park is designated as an on-leash dog area.***

 

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APPLY NOW: Job Opportunity

The Africville Museum is looking for an Administrative Assistant to join our team!

Application Deadline: April 15, 2024

We are looking for a detail-oriented and organized Administrative Assistant to join our team. As an Administrative Assistant you will be responsible performing various administrative tasks to support the daily operations of the museum. You will assist the Executive Director and other team members, to help ensure the Museum operates efficiently.

For more information and criteria CLICK HERE!

 

 

APPLY NOW: Africville Scholarship

Africville Heritage Trust Scholarship Scholarship Awards Program– Deadline June 30th, 2024

The AHT, together with Waterbury Newton Law Firm have established a scholarship program to provide financial assistance to former residents and descendants of former Africville residents who pursue post secondary education, as well as to students who demonstrate an effort to further the purpose of the Society through community advocacy, research, publications and training.

For more information head to our Scholarship Awards page.

 

 

 

 

 


Visit Us!

Opening Times

As of Sept 11 2023- April 30 2024

Monday – Friday
10 am – 4 pm

As of May 1 2024- September 30 2024

Tuesday – Saturday
10 am – 4 pm

Admission

Adults: $7.00

Students/Seniors: $6.00

5 & Under: FREE

 

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