9810 103a Ave NW Edmonton, AB T5J 0G2
Celebrate Black History Month at the Royal Alberta Museum with a special presentation by acclaimed historian, musician, and Edmonton’s Historian Laureate, Donna Coombs-Montrose.
Through a dynamic mix of storytelling, song, dance, and live music, this program highlights the vital—yet often under-recognized—contributions of Caribbean workers to Alberta’s oil sands industry. Explore the stories of the skilled workers who moved to northern Alberta between the 1960s and 90s and helped shape the province’s economic landscape. It’s an immersive, moving look at the heritage and hard work that built our community.
Event Highlights:
Multimedia Presentation: A unique fusion of history, live music, and dance.
Expert Insight: Led by Donna Coombs-Montrose, a recipient of the Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Medal and a dedicated advocate for the African diaspora.
Flexible Admission: Tickets are available for the presentation only or as a package that includes full museum access.