
Exhibit Deep Dive - 1858: Black Routes, Black Roots
Saturday, February 21, 2026
2-4pm
The Maritime Museum of BC
Genres
Arts & CreativeLearning & Workshops
Tickets0 interested
Event 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.
Free with museum admission. We ask that you register in advance, but drop-ins are also welcome :)

Exhibit Deep Dive - 1858: Black Routes, Black Roots
Genres
Arts & CreativeLearning & Workshops
Event 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.
Free with museum admission. We ask that you register in advance, but drop-ins are also welcome :)
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