The Journey from Tollgate to Parkway: African Canadians in Hamilton - Paperback

by Adrienne Shadd (Author)

The Journey from Tollgate to Parkway examines the history of blacks in the Ancaster-Burlington-Hamilton area, their struggle for justice and equality in education and opportunity, and their achievements, presented in a fascinating and meticulously researched historical narrative.

Author Biography

Adrienne Shadd is the co-author of We're Rooted Here and They Can't Pull Us Up: Essays in African-Canadian Women's History and The Underground Railroad: Next Stop, Toronto! She was the curator for exhibits on African-Canadian history in Toronto, Hamilton, Chatham, and Dresden, and recently worked on the travelling exhibit.