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SUMMARY:Exhibit Deep Dive – 1858: Black Routes\, Black Roots 
DESCRIPTION:Dive deeper into the current exhibit at the Maritime Museum of BC – 1858: Black Routes\, Black Routes\, which explores early Black immigration to BC. Hear from writer/researcher Madison Bridal about her experience learning and sharing about the “Pioneer Committee” and their journey to Canada on the Commodore. Then\, hear from Barbra Hudlin\, a descendent of these early Black immigrants and her family’s history on Vancouver Island.   \n\n\n\nAbout the Speakers \n\n\n\nMadison Bridal  \n\n\n\nMadison has worked in numerous museums\, on several exhibits\, and previously co-led the BCMA’s IBPOC Network. Madison is recently known for her curatorship of Rooting for Reclamation at Legacy Art Galleries\, and as the writer/researcher for 1858: Black Routes\, Black Roots here at the Maritime Museum of BC.   \n\n\n\nBarbra Hudlin  \n\n\n\nBarbra is a black Canadian living in Victoria\, BC and a direct descendent of the first Black settlers to Victoria. She is a speaker and educator deeply involved in the Black communities on Vancouver Island. She is also the founder and president of the Doug Hudlin charitable Society which is the life and legacy of the Black gentlemen empire Doug Hudlin\, a board member with the BC Black History Awareness Society\, and serves in the advisory of the City Of Victoria‘s international decade of people of African dissent committee.  \n\n\n\nCost: Free with museum admission. We ask that you register in advance\, but drop-ins are also welcome.    \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://mmbc.bc.ca/event/exhibit-deep-dive-1858-black-routes-black-roots/
LOCATION:The Maritime Museum of BC\, 744 Douglas Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8W3M6\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Community Day - Seas the Break!
DESCRIPTION:This Spring Break\, join us at the Maritime Museum of BC for three welcoming and creative Community Days\, running March 26–28\, centred on art\, family\, and hands-on fun!  \n\n\n\nDrop in and explore our exhibit ‘1858: Black Routes\, Black Roots’\, and participate in our craft activities designed to spark creativity for all ages!  \n\n\n\nOn Thursday\, March 26th you’ll find crafts\, games\, and books to enjoy in our gallery! Then on Friday\, March 27 from 1:00–4:00 PM\, make your own lino-cut stamps\, carving your own spring designs to take home! Wrap up the fun with us on Saturday from 1:00–4:00PM and create colourful beaded fish\, a playful craft inspired by our love for the ocean!  \n\n\n\nCome craft\, create\, and celebrate Spring Break with activities that bring the community together! Fun for kids\, families\, and everyone who loves to get a little hands-on!
URL:https://mmbc.bc.ca/event/community-day-seas-the-break/
LOCATION:The Maritime Museum of BC\, 744 Douglas Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8W3M6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Day,Special Event
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SUMMARY:Community Day - Seas the Break!
DESCRIPTION:This Spring Break\, join us at the Maritime Museum of BC for three welcoming and creative Community Days\, running March 26–28\, centred on art\, family\, and hands-on fun!  \n\n\n\nDrop in and explore our exhibit ‘1858: Black Routes\, Black Roots’\, and participate in our craft activities designed to spark creativity for all ages!  \n\n\n\nOn Thursday\, March 26th you’ll find crafts\, games\, and books to enjoy in our gallery! Then on Friday\, March 27 from 1:00–4:00 PM\, make your own lino-cut stamps\, carving your own spring designs to take home! Wrap up the fun with us on Saturday from 1:00–4:00PM and create colourful beaded fish\, a playful craft inspired by our love for the ocean!  \n\n\n\nCome craft\, create\, and celebrate Spring Break with activities that bring the community together! Fun for kids\, families\, and everyone who loves to get a little hands-on! 
URL:https://mmbc.bc.ca/event/community-day-seas-the-break-2/
LOCATION:The Maritime Museum of BC\, 744 Douglas Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8W3M6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Day,Special Event
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SUMMARY:Community Day - Seas the Break!
DESCRIPTION:This Spring Break\, join us at the Maritime Museum of BC for three welcoming and creative Community Days\, running March 26–28\, centred on art\, family\, and hands-on fun!  \n\n\n\nDrop in and explore our exhibit ‘1858: Black Routes\, Black Roots’\, and participate in our craft activities designed to spark creativity for all ages!  \n\n\n\nOn Thursday\, March 26th you’ll find crafts\, games\, and books to enjoy in our gallery! Then on Friday\, March 27 from 1:00–4:00 PM\, make your own lino-cut stamps\, carving your own spring designs to take home! Wrap up the fun with us on Saturday from 1:00–4:00PM and create colourful beaded fish\, a playful craft inspired by our love for the ocean!  \n\n\n\nCome craft\, create\, and celebrate Spring Break with activities that bring the community together! Fun for kids\, families\, and everyone who loves to get a little hands-on! 
URL:https://mmbc.bc.ca/event/community-day-seas-the-break-3/
LOCATION:The Maritime Museum of BC\, 744 Douglas Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8W3M6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Day,Special Event
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SUMMARY:Living History: Meet Mifflin Gibbs
DESCRIPTION:April 25th is your final opportunity to experience 1858: Black Routes\, Black Roots exhibit at the Maritime Museum of BC. To bid farewell to this impactful display in style\, we’re welcoming an esteemed guest all the way from 1866! \n\n\n\nIn partnership with Story Theatre and BC Black History Awareness Society\, we invite you to step back in time and meet Mifflin Wistar Gibbs\, the first Black person to hold elected office in British Columbia. \n\n\n\nThrough the art of historical interpretation\, this “Living History” performance brings the 19th century to life. Mr. Gibbs\, who served as a Victoria City Councillor for James Bay\, returns to answer questions from his “constituents” and share his pivotal role in shaping Canada. \n\n\n\nCo-created by Director Adonis Critter King and Producer Monica Ogden\, this program bridges the gap between the past and the contemporary\, offering audiences of all ages a chance to learn from our history to build better futures. \n\n\n\nJoin us for this special closing event: \n\n\n\nWhen: April 25\, 2026\, 11:00am – 3:00pm with break from 11:45am-12:45pm \n\n\n\nAdmission to the museum this day will be “Pay what you can!”
URL:https://mmbc.bc.ca/event/living-history-meet-mifflin-gibbs/
LOCATION:The Maritime Museum of BC\, 744 Douglas Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8W3M6\, Canada
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