Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia
The Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia (also known as The Society for the Protection and Preservation of Black Culture in Nova Scotia) is located in Cherry Brook, Nova Scotia, in the Halifax Regional Municipality. The centre is a museum and a library resource centre that focuses on the history and culture of African Nova Scotians. The organization of the Black Cultural Society was incorporated as a charitable organization in 1977 and the centre opened its doors in 1983, with a goal to educate and inspire and to protect, preserve and promote Black culture in Nova Scotia. The centre is located on Trunk 7 at 1149 Main Street.
Established | 1983 |
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Location | Cherry Brook, Nova Scotia, Canada |
Type | Heritage centre |
Website | www |
The centre holds many events on a weekly basis and is open to the public. The centre also has a permanent display about the former community of Africville.