In this mini-episode, Jenn shares the information about the recent installation of the John Baker Memorial in Cornwall, Ontario, and why making space for people and stories left in the shadows of history is an important action to reconciling our past and finding a way forward. (Length: 11:04)
Resources:
John Baker Memorial Project Video (Bridge Annex; Length: ~40 min)
John Baker Memorial Ceremony – October 20, 2021 (Video; YourTV Cornwall (YouTube); Length: 3:52)
John Baker 1869 Interview (Bill Martin Website; Transcribed from J.F. Pringle Book 1890)
Ontario Black History Society (OBHS)
Bridge Annex unveils the Life of John Baker memorial plaque (Seaway News; Oct 21, 2021)
John Baker memorial unveiled at Cornwall Community Museum (Cornwall Standard Freeholder; Oct 21, 2021)