Buxton Museum

Explore one of the last stops on the Underground Railroad at one of four organised Black settlements developed in 19th century Southwestern Ontario.

Established in 1849, the settlement’s name “Elgin” is in honour of Lord Elign, general governor of Canada, while the name Buxton is in tribute to Sir Thomas Fowell Buxton, a slave trade abolitionist. Considered to be the most successful of the four Black settlements in Southwestern Ontario, Buxton Settlement was once home to nearly 1,200 people, with education being a cornerstone of the community. 

Visit the museum built by descendants of Buxton’s founders, learn about the Underground Railroad in Canada, and explore original buildings. 

Buxton Museum is fully accessible.

Location

21975 A.D. Shadd Road
North Buxton, ON N0P 1Y0
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Plan Your Visit

Buxton Museum is open seasonally. For more information, visit Buxton Museum’s website or email buxton@ciaccess.com.

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The Passport Places network is made possible through valued partnerships with Canadian heritage organizations, site operators and owners. Look for the following logo at participating historic sites. Partner Organization: Buxton Museum