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Black Gold: Canada's Oil Heritage

Learn more about our online exhibit, Black Gold: Canada's Oil Heritage. Explore the exciting history of oil heritage in Lambton County.

Row of Egyptian men sitting on ground with row of men in white suits standing behind.

International Oil Drillers

Many oilmen travelled the world exploring for oil, bringing their tools and techniques with them. Through the objects and images they collected, you can learn about the counties they lived in and visited.

A Disgraceful Riot

Black people were contributors to the local Oil Springs economy and the development of the early oil industry in Canada. Many workers were able to find work as day labourers in Oil Springs, however, discrimination was still a problem. On March 14, 1863 the Oil Springs race riot took place.

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