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Category Archive for 'Black History Month'

Anne Lowe

Anne Lowe was a talented and inspiring designer. Shown above is one of her many gorgeous gowns. This wedding dress was created for Jacqueline Bouvier for her wedding to former president J.F. Kennedy in 1953. For a great read visit The Glamorous Bee

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Women in front of YWCA’s Ontario House, 698 Ontario Street – ca. 1912
Photographer: William James
City of Toronto Archives – Fonds 1244, Item 71.22
Each year, the City of Toronto is proud to support events and exhibits scheduled for Black History Month, inviting members of the public to explore and celebrate the heritage, traditions and culture of [...]

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In Recognition of Black history Month the ROM (Royal Ontario Museum)
Presents The Hanging of Angelique.
Dr. Afua Cooper and director-writer Nadine Valcin explores the story of Angélique, a Canadian slave accused of starting the Montreal fire of 1734.
Until recently, it was generally accepted that Angélique was guilty of the crime of which she was accused. However, [...]

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