Negro Creek was once the site of a vibrant Black settlement, but its history has been unwritten and buried.
This digital archive was compiled by direct descendants and community friends.
Our Mission
Our mission is to reclaim and honor the erased legacy of the Black settlers of Negro Creek by creating this digital archive and, with the strong support of the Township of Chatsworth, to construct a Memorial Park. By preserving these stories and uplifting our ancestors' resilience, we hope to inspire future generations to build communities grounded in remembrance, inclusion, and equity.
Through a meticulously curated digital archive and ongoing fundraising efforts, we are working towards erecting a memorial park that will stand as a tribute to the lives and histories of the early Black settlers. In partnership with the Township of Chatsworth, we strive to shed light on this forgotten chapter of our shared heritage and inspire a future where their contributions are celebrated and honored. Join us on this journey of remembrance, empowerment, and unity.
Honouring and Preserving
Discover the untold stories of Negro Creek, a once-thriving Black settlement whose history has been obscured by time. Led by the Direct Descendants and Community Friends of Negro Creek, our grassroots initiative is dedicated to preserving and commemorating the enduring legacy of our ancestors.
Funds for the memorial are managed by the Township of Chatsworth for The Early Black Settlers of Negro Creek Memorial. To access the donation form, click on the link provided below. Or you can contact the Township of Chatsworth at 519-794-3232 or email them at accounts@chatsworth.ca and note that you want to donate to the Early Black Settlers of Negro Creek Memorial Fund.
All contributions for this project will be deposited directly into our designated account and will be used solely for the construction of this memorial park.
https://chatsworth.ca/government/a-to-z-services/#donation-and-pre-authorized-payment-form
Make a donation.
We are fundraising to erect a memorial park commemorating the lives and histories of the early Black settlers at Negro Creek. The Early Black Settlers of Negro Creek Memorial Park will be located on the north side of Negro Creek Road, just east of Highway 6, Chatsworth, Ontario.
