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Archives & Museum Committee

The Cathedral Archives & Museum Committee maintains holdings of artefacts and archival records relating the Cathedral and its role in the development of Old Town Toronto to the present day. We regularly welcome serious researchers to use the collection in their preparations. There is a modest reference library as well.

The Committee prepares several exhibits per year, conducts organized tours, prepares hands-on educational programming for school groups, and participates in city-wide events such as Heritage Week and Doors Open Toronto, as well as local events such as "Nutcracker Neighbourhood" (St. Lawrence district).

For additional information about the Cathedral's resources relating to the history of St. James, the Old Town of York, and the development of Toronto, contact Nancy Mallett, Archivist & Museum Curator

The Cathedral Archives & Museum Committee maintains holdings of artefacts and archival records relating the Cathedral and its role in the development of Old Town Toronto to the present day. We regularly welcome serious researchers to use the collection in their preparations. There is a modest reference library as well.

The Committee prepares several exhibits per year, conducts organized tours, prepares hands-on educational programming for school groups, and participates in city-wide events such as Heritage Week and Doors Open Toronto, as well as local events such as "Nutcracker Neighbourhood" (St. Lawrence district).

For additional information about the Cathedral's resources relating to the history of St. James, the Old Town of York, and the development of Toronto, contact Nancy Mallett, Archivist & Museum Curator
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Thursday, September 16, 2010
7:30pm
in the Cathedral

This year the book
“Emancipation Day: Celebrating Freedom in Canada,”
by Natasha Henry
(Natural Heritage Books/Dundurn Group)
will be launched at St. James Cathedral
on Thursday, September 16 at 7:30pm.

When the passage of the Abolition of Slavery Act, effective August 1, 1834, ushered in the end of slavery throughout the British Empire, people of African descent celebrated their newfound freedom. Now African-American fugitive slaves, free black immigrants, and the few remaining enslaved Africans could live unfettered lives in Canada — a reality worthy of celebration. This new, well-researched book explores the social, cultural, political, and educational practices of a distinct African-Canadian tradition across Canada with emphasis on Ontario, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Quebec, and British Columbia through descriptive historical accounts and appealing images.

The evening will include musical performances, poetry recitals, and a lecture, reading, and book signing by the author.

To download an article by Natasha Henry in PDF format, click here.

Thursday, September 16, 2010
7:30pm
in the Cathedral

This year the book
“Emancipation Day: Celebrating Freedom in Canada,”
by Natasha Henry
(Natural Heritage Books/Dundurn Group)
will be launched at St. James Cathedral
on Thursday, September 16 at 7:30pm.

When the passage of the Abolition of Slavery Act, effective August 1, 1834, ushered in the end of slavery throughout the British Empire, people of African descent celebrated their newfound freedom. Now African-American fugitive slaves, free black immigrants, and the few remaining enslaved Africans could live unfettered lives in Canada — a reality worthy of celebration. This new, well-researched book explores the social, cultural, political, and educational practices of a distinct African-Canadian tradition across Canada with emphasis on Ontario, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Quebec, and British Columbia through descriptive historical accounts and appealing images.

The evening will include musical performances, poetry recitals, and a lecture, reading, and book signing by the author.

To download an article by Natasha Henry in PDF format, click here.
Location


The Cathedral Archives & Museum is located on the second floor of the Parish House at 65 Church Street, which is currently under construction.  Artefacts have been stored, but documents are accessible at the temporary office.  To inquire, contact Nancy Mallett.


The Cathedral Archives & Museum is located on the second floor of the Parish House at 65 Church Street, which is currently under construction.  Artefacts have been stored, but documents are accessible at the temporary office.  To inquire, contact Nancy Mallett.

The Archives

 
Archival holdings include a wide variety of records of long term value that are organized, preserved and maintained to be available for research and reference for members of the congregation and the public.

 
Archival holdings include a wide variety of records of long term value that are organized, preserved and maintained to be available for research and reference for members of the congregation and the public.
 

 





Nancy Mallett
Archivist & Museum Curator
Tel: 416-364 7865 x233
Email

 





Nancy Mallett
Archivist & Museum Curator
Tel: 416-364 7865 x233
Email
Donations

The Archives and Museum is a completely volunteer operation, and while there are no charges for admission or for research undertaken, donations are welcomed to assist in the care and maintenance of the collection. Tax receipts are available for those of $20.00 or more.
 

The Archives and Museum is a completely volunteer operation, and while there are no charges for admission or for research undertaken, donations are welcomed to assist in the care and maintenance of the collection. Tax receipts are available for those of $20.00 or more.