Wilma L. Morrison

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Inductee: Wilma L. Morrison

Year inducted: 2007

About:

For many years, this Niagara Falls citizen of black ancestry has given extensively of her time, energy and talents to create awareness and appreciation of the contributions made by the many black pioneers and residents of Niagara’s history. In particular, Wilma was instrumental in establishing a local collection of historical documents and memorabilia in the Norval F. Johnson Memorial Library (N.F.J. Library), located next to the British Methodist Episcopal Church (circa 1836), on Peer Street. In addition, she worked diligently to organize the Freedom Trail Tours of the Niagara Region, regularly assuming the role of hostess to give tours of the BME church and the NFJ Library.

When the B.M.E. Church was in desperate need of repairs, Wilma, along with several other church members, was influential in raising funds for its restoration.

Wilma continues to be an active member of many local heritage, culture and community affairs organizations. She has worked tirelessly with the Niagara Catholic and District School Boards to help educate young people in our local black history. In addition, her extensive knowledge has been invaluable in the development of the exhibits and programming for the Niagara Falls Board of Museums.

Wilma L. Morrison has been recognized extensively on both sides of the border, as well as provincially, for her volunteerism and her diligence in preserving the black heritage in the Niagara Region.