Sat, May 02
|Outside of All Saints’ Anglican Church
Exploring the McDougall Street Corridor North of Wyandotte
Led by the Essex County Black Historical Research Society, this tour will explore some of the sites important to the Black community of Windsor in the heart of Windsor's traditional Black neighbourhood from the Underground Railroad forward.
Time & Location
May 02, 2026, 2:15 p.m. – 3:15 p.m.
Outside of All Saints’ Anglican Church, 330 City Hall Square W, Windsor, ON N9A 1J3, Canada
About the event
Exploring the McDougall Street Corridor North of Wyandotte
Saturday, May 2 - 2:15 PM - 3:15 PM
Host: Irene Moore Davis - Essex County Black Historical Research Society
Before municipal and federal urban renewal policies destroyed Windsor's Black neighbourhood and business district with its historic churches, social halls, and multigenerational homes in the mid-twentieth century, the McDougall Street Corridor was the beating heart of Windsor's Black Canadian community. Come and learn about some of the people, places, organizations, and events that made the McDougall Street Corridor such a fascinating place.
About the host:
Founded in 2001 and incorporated in 2002, the Essex County Black Historical Research Society brings together individuals interested in the research, preservation, promotion and advancement of the Black (African-Canadian) history of the Windsor-Essex County area.
Event type:
Jane’s Walk - One hour guided walking tour
Starting/Ending location of the walk:
Outside the Parish Hall/Scott Hall entrance of All Saints' Anglican Church 330 City Hall Square West.
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Walking distance:
Participants can expect to walk 1.5 km.
Audience:
All ages welcome
Accessibility Notes:
Easy route: paved sidewalks/pathways, minimal hills
Wheelchair friendly: step-free route with curb cuts and wide path
Baby stroller friendly: paved paths and no stairs
Rest opportunities: there are benches/seats along the route
Is there a bathroom nearby?
Public bathroom available at business within 1 block (ex. Tim Horton's)
Where can attendees park?
PAID parking lot at the starting/ending location
PAID street parking around the start/ending location
Are dogs welcome?
Dog friendly: participants can bring leashed dogs