HERITAGE AND HISTORICAL SITES

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653 St-Isidore Road
Casselman, ON K0A 1M0
613.764.5541
 

All are welcome into this peaceful meditation place. Open 24 hrs, all year round.

2178 Laurier Street
Rockland, ON k4k 1K2
613.446.5933
 

The church and the rectory have been designated as Ontario Heritage Property under the Ontario Heritage Act, which demonstrates the exceptional value of these buildings. Open weekdays from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM for self-guided tours with an explanatory fact sheet. Guided tours available upon reservation.

719 Principale Street
Sainte-Anne-de-Prrescott, ON K0B 1M0
613.674.2911

 

The church (1885) features art works by T.X. Renaud and a Casavant organ.

The village of L’Orignal features many Ontario Heritage properties and commemorative plaques. Several historic buildings are found in L’Orignal, such as the courthouse and the Old Jail (now closed). Elegant heritage houses and other old buildings were restored and are worth a look for their traditional architecture. The free flyer L’Orignal Heritage is a self guided tour of the village.

Hawkesbury Tourist Information Centre
2 John Street
Hawkesbury, ON K6A 2R4
613.632.7390 / 1.800.361.7439
 

This house was built in 1810 and served as the administrative office for the Hamilton brothers’ sawmill, once the most important in Canada. Construction of the Carillon Power Dam flooded a section of the town of Hawkesbury. The Maison de l’Île is the only remaining house from Chenail Island. In 1995, it was designated a historic monument. It is now a travel information centre and is located in Confederation Park on the Ottawa River shore.

25 des Outaouais Road
Exit 1 of Highway 40/417
Chute-à-Blondeau, ON K0B 1B0
613.632.6662 / 1.866.269.2962
 

The Macdonell-Williamson House is a Canadian National Historic site and the property of the Ontario Heritage Trust. This beautiful restored residence was built in 1817 by John Macdonell, a successful fur merchant. General store, tea room, exhibits and guided tours. Open weekends July 5th to August 31st, 12 - 5 PM. Guided tours for groups with appointments, from July to August.

1731 Tucker Road
Rockland, ON K4K 1K7
613.446.2117
 

Tucker House is a beautiful historical house on a 30-acre property in Rockland. The perfect setting for environmental learning! Ask for our guided History tour or Nature walk!

Main Street

Downtown Hawkesbury

613.632.7968

 

At Place des pionniers, take the time to see the murals and learn about the historical events that shaped the town of Hawkesbury. Walk down the pedestrian path that replaced the original railway tracks. Also : outdoor amphitheatre, play area for kids and farmer’s market.

44 Home Avenue
Vankleek Hill, ON K0B 1R0
613.678.3327

 

In 1829, Thomas Higginson built the Tower as a windmill for grinding grain. The winds were not constant enough to power the windmill, so it fell into disuse. By the end of the 19th century, the tower was used for astronomical studies by Higginson family members and local students. The tower has been restored in 2006. A Climb to the top of the 52 feet tower enables visitors to admire the beautiful scenery. 

This small town, known as the Gingerbread Capital of Ontario is worth the detour. The numerous red brick houses are the heritage left by two former brick processing factories that were established in Vankleek Hill. Beautiful murals depicting life in the village were created by regional artists Elizabeth Skelly and Odile Têtu. Many cultural and heritage events are organized year-round by the proud residents and merchants of the village.