BRETON AND DISTRICT HISTORICAL MUSEUM
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Black History

Some of the first settlers in the Breton area were African Americans from states such as Oklahoma and Kansas, which were becoming increasingly discriminatory in the early 1900s. Keystone, as the settlement here was called, was one of four such communities in Alberta. Most of the descendants of these families may have moved on from the community, but their legacy lives on.

The Breton Museum celebrates its Black History. Our collected artifacts, historical records and museum exhibits trace the rich contributions of black settlers to our community. The Historical Society has worked to restore the Keystone Cemetery where many of these settlers are buried. We also host a Black History Month event every year which many of the original families attend.
Hours of Operation
Open By Appointment.
Call Allan at (780) 898-1155 to book a time. 
Admission by donation. 

Contact Us
Phone: (780) 696- 2551
Email: bretonmuse@gmail.com

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  • Home
  • Museum
    • About the Museum
    • Museum Services
    • Related Links >
      • Keystone, The Centerpiece of the Breton Collection Virtual Exhibit
      • Village of Breton
      • Brazeau County
      • Central Alberta Regional Museums Network
      • Alberta Museums Association
      • University of Alberta Breton Plots
  • Events
  • Local History
    • Black History
    • Lumber Industry
    • Agricultural History
    • Community History
  • Articles
  • Historical Society
    • Our History
    • Board of Directors
    • Get Involved
  • Gift Shop
  • Donations
  • Contact Us