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The Road That Led To Freedom – An African Canadian Heritage Tour

What was the Underground Railroad? Actually, it was neither underground nor a railroad. The Underground Railroad was a name given to the secret network of people and places who spirited the enslaved out of the United States and into Freedom in Canada. Windsor, Essex County and Pelee Island played an integral role in the saga, with thousands of individuals getting their first taste of Freedom on our shores.
Stops on the Road That Led To Freedom include:
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Displays at North American Black Historical Museum in Amherstburg. - Nazery A.M.E. Church National Historic Site & North American Black Historical Museum
Pews and pulpit in Nazrey AME Church at North American Black Historical Museum. - Nazery A.M.E. Church National Historic Site & North American Black Historical Museum
- John Freeman Walls Historic Site
- Sandwich Baptist Church
- Uncle Tom’s Cabin Historic Site
- Buxton National Historic Site and more.
Ale, Wine & Spirits Trail / The Road to Purgatory

Luscious libations abound in Windsor, Essex County and Pelee Island. Local wineries, a micro-brewery and distillery come together in a lip-smacking tour that can include any of a number of stops ... 
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The beautiful woodwork and luminous display cabinets of the original sampling room at Canadian Club Distillery. - Canadian Club Brand Heritage Center
The historic offices at Canadian Club Distillery look out onto lovely riverfront gardens. - Canadian Club Brand Heritage Center
On-site shop at Colio Estate Wines. - Colio Estate Wines
The attractive Barrel Room at Colio Wines. - Colio Estate Wines
D'Angelo's on-site retail facility. - D’Angelo Estate Winery
Lush vineyards at D'Angelo Estate Winery. - D’Angelo Estate Winery
Pelee Island Winery's mainland facility, in Kingsville. - Pelee Island Winery
Stainless steel tanks at Pelee Island Winery's production facility. - Pelee Island Winery
The brick exterior of historic Walkerville Brewery. - Walkerville Brewing Company - exterior
Shiny stainless steel tanks at Walkerville Brewery. - Walkerville Brewing Company - interior

On a related note, how about the Road to Purgatory?!
In addition to the stops named above to wet your whistle, how about adding Walker’s Fine Candies. This place is a chocoholic’s dream and an invitation to overindulge. You wouldn’t want to arrive at the pearly gates and have nothing to tell St. Peter, would you? How about parting with some of your hard-earned cash at Casino Windsor, Windsor Raceway or one of our bingos? 
The Walking Past – Ghost Tour

Are you afraid of things that go bump in the night? Great! Grab your garlic and join us in search of a spine-tingling, hair-raising good time! Try to uncover an explanation for the mysteries of Texas Road, lanterns that won’t stay lit, mysterious fires and other ghosts, goblins and ghoulies. Along the way, learn a little history, challenge your comfort zone and learn to sleep with the light on!

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Featuring these local haunts:
 
Duff-Baby House and grounds. - Duff Baby House
Historic model of Francois Baby House, now Windsor's Community Museum. - Windsor's Community Museum - François Baby House
- Historic Park House Museum
- North American Black Historical Museum
- Gordon House/Project HMS Detroit
- Canadian Transportation Museum & Heritage Village
View of Lake Erie from the deck of Pelee Islander ferry. - Pelee Island
Beach and shoreline leading up to Lighthouse Point, Pelee Island. - Pelee Island
The Pursuit of Peace – War of 1812

The Pursuit of Peace Historical Tour allows visitors to delve back in time to an era where the history of Canada was determined by military action. Visit a key defense post during the War of 1812. Take in the marine history exhibits at an historic house that survived the burning of Amherstburg during the British retreat. Hear the fascinating tale of how one loyalist dismantled and floated his entire house down the Detroit River to remain in loyalist territory! This program can take in stops on both sides of the border, including
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- Olde Sandwich Towne
Historic model of Francois Baby House, now Windsor's Community Museum. - Windsor's Community Museum - François Baby House
Duff-Baby House and grounds. - Duff Baby House
Displays at Fort Malden National Historic Site. - Fort Malden National Historic Site
Period costumed reenactors inside the barrack at Fort Malden National Historic Site. - Fort Malden National Historic Site
Reenactors of the banks of the Detroit River at Fort Malden in Amherstburg. - Fort Malden National Historic Site
Period encampment at Fort Malden National Historic Site. - Fort Malden National Historic Site
- Historic Park House Museum
- Fairfield Museum
Exterior of Windsor's Community Museum. - Windsor's Community Museum
Displays inside Windsor's Community Museum. - Windsor's Community Museum
Art & Architectural Treasures

Take a tour of the varied architectural styles found throughout Windsor, and enjoy a wide range of artwork - out in the fresh air and at indoor galleries and unique venues such as Canadian Club's fabulous Gallery and Willistead Manor.
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- Odette Sculpture Park
- Olde Sandwich Towne
- Mackenzie Hall
- Willistead Manor
The beautiful woodwork and luminous display cabinets of the original sampling room at Canadian Club Distillery. - Canadian Club Brand Heritage Center
The historic offices at Canadian Club Distillery look out onto lovely riverfront gardens. - Canadian Club Brand Heritage Center
- Tsunami Glassworks
- Art Gallery of Windsor
- Ford City Discovery
Canadian Cultural Experience

Take a look at the features that make this part of southwestern Ontario unique, from the beginnings of the automotive industry to the (once illegal) industry that built what was one of the country’s only ‘company towns’, and its founder. Historic and natural sites, plus a look into our British and French culinary and cultural heritage.
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- Canadian Transportation Museum & Heritage Village
- John R. Park Homestead
The fieldstone historic Essex Railway Station. - Historic Essex Railway Station
- Ford City Discovery
The beautiful woodwork and luminous display cabinets of the original sampling room at Canadian Club Distillery. - Canadian Club Brand Center
The historic offices at Canadian Club Distillery look out onto lovely riverfront gardens. - Canadian Club Brand Center
- Art Gallery of Windsor
- Mackenzie Hall
- Point Pelee National Park
Christmas Escapade

Get in the holiday spirit as we take a look at traditions of present-day and days-gone-by, from an 1800’s homestead and military barrack, to a tropical paradise of seasonal colour and glittering outdoor displays. Round out your day with live theatre or musical performances.
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- Willistead Manor
- Walker's Fine Candies
The main house at John R. Park Homestead looks out onto Lake Erie. - John R. Park Homestead
Kiddie rides at Colasanti's Tropical Gardens. - Colasanti's Tropical Gardens
Rows of houseplants in the greenhouses at Colasanti's. - Colasanti's Tropical Gardens
- Historic Park House Museum
Exhibits at Fort Malden National Historic Site in Amherstburg. - Fort Malden National Historic Site
Period costumed reenactors in the barrack at Fort Malden National Historic Site. - Fort Malden National Historic Site
Period reenactors on the banks of the Detroit River at Fort Malden. - Fort Malden National Historic Site
Period encampment at Fort Malden National Historic Site, Amherstburg. - Fort Malden National Historic Site
- Gibson Gallery
An Elegant Affair

Have a look at some of the ‘finer’ things in life, as we tour Windsor’s architectural and artistic treasures, and indulge in some delectable treats!
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The beautiful woodwork and luminous display cabinets of the original sampling room at Canadian Club Distillery. - Canadian Club Brand Heritage Center
The historic offices at Canadian Club Distillery look out onto lovely riverfront gardens. - Canadian Club Brand Heritage Center
- Willistead Manor
- Walker's Fine Candies
The French Connection

French settlers formed the first European settlement here on the Detroit River, with the founding of a Jesuit mission for the Huron First Nation in 1748. French culture is an integral and visible part of our local history, forming approximately 4% of our present day population. Get an insight into French traditions, history and cuisine!
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Exterior of Francois Baby House, Windsor's Community Museum. - Windsor' s Community Museum
Displays at Windsor's Community Museum. - Windsor' s Community Museum
Duff-Baby House and grounds. - Duff Baby House
Historic model of Francois Baby House, now Windsor's Community Museum. - Windsor's Community Museum - François Baby House
- Place Concorde 

Nature Nooks

Explore Carolinian habitat at natural areas, learn about unique flora and fauna in this part of southwestern Ontario, and maybe even meet some of the local wildlife!
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- Jack Miner's Sanctuary
Beach and shoreline leading to Lighthouse Point on Pelee Island. - Pelee Island
- Point Pelee National Park
- Hillman Marsh Conservation Area
- Holiday Beach Conservation Area 
- Ojibway Park & Tallgrass Prairie Complex
Pelee Island Getaway

What could be better than a day away … on an Island! Pelee Island is Canada’s southernmost inhabited point, with its own style, history and wildlife, and is home to the country’s southernmost wine region!
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View of Lake Erie from the deck of the Pelee Islander ferry.  Pelee Island from the Ferry
Beach and shoreline leading to Lighthouse Point on Pelee Island.  Pelee Island Lighthouse Point
Boats docked at Scudder Dock on Pelee Island.  Pelee Island Scudder Dock
Looking out at the vineyards at Pelee Island Winery's island location.  Pelee Island Wine Pavilion Vineyards
Barrels stacked outside the Pavillion at Pelee Island Winery on Pelee Island. - Pelee Island Wine Pavilion
Festival Spectacular

Windsor, Essex County and Pelee Island host over 75 annual events. Celebrate the friendship of Canada and the United States at the Windsor SummerFest, the bounty of the county at the Leamington Tomato Festival, Tecumseh Corn Festival, LaSalle Strawberry Festival, or Harrow Fair.   Take in the music, food and libations at Festival Epicure or Shores of Erie Int'l Wine Festival, or travel the globe at Carrousel by the River.  Enjoy talent from around the world as fabulous street performers converge on the City during the Windsor International Busker Festival.  Follow the migrations of songbirds, birds of prey and Canadian Geese. Contact the Convention & Visitors Bureau for specific dates and times.
 
Crowds enjoy eats and drinks with a backdrop of the Detroit skyline, at Festival Epicure. - Festival Epicure - A Celebration of Food, Wine & Music
Crowds enjoy the atmosphere at Festival Epicure, on Windsor's riverfront. - Festival Epicure - A Celebration of Food, Wine & Music