Last service at Africville's Seaview Church
Broadcast Date: July 27, 1973
The Seaview African Baptist Church is the beating heart of the community. In March 1967, former Africville residents return for the last Easter Sunday morning service. There is singing, praising and reminiscing. But within weeks, when the church also succumbs to bulldozers, residents realize the full implication of the relocation. They talk about the loss of their community, their circle of support and their sense of belonging.Last service at Africville's Seaview Church
• "I think the Man got what he wanted — that (Africville) land. It was as simple as that. People were allowed to stay there the same as black folks anywhere; they could stay until the white man decided. Okay, now I want my land back. And the time came, and he said, 'Okay nigger, get out!' And all the black folks had to get out."— A Nova Scotian black leader in Halifax, August 1969
Last service at Africville's Seaview Church
Medium: Radio
Program: Between Ourselves
Broadcast Date: July 27, 1973
Reporter: Neil Copeland
Duration: 3:40
Photo: Ted Grant / Library and Archives Canada / PA-211060
Last updated:
March 18, 2008
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In the beginning, Africville is described as a hard-working black community with much potential.
"Unconscious irony"? I would have thought singing "You've Got To Move" was quite conscious.
Submitted by: Kate D.