Join the Black Historic Sites Committee and the Detroit Historical Society for a special journey to the 2026 Buxton History & Genealogy Conference, the kickoff to the 103rd Buxton Homecoming Celebration. Explore the history of North Buxton, Ontario, home to the Elgin Settlement — one of Canada’s most successful Black settlements and an important destination on the Underground Railroad.

Hear from historians, educators, genealogists, and descendants as they share stories of freedom, family, and community through featured speakers and a Buxton Education panel. Travel across the new Gordie Howe International Bridge while connecting Detroit and Buxton’s shared history.

The trip includes

• Round-trip bus transportation from the Detroit Historical Museum
• Parking at the Detroit Historical Museum
• Water and snacks on the bus
• Catered lunch

PASSPORT REQUIRED FOR TRAVEL