Nearby: Almonte
The community began with several names, including Shepherd's Falls (named for David Shepherd), Shipman's Mills (for Daniel Shipman) and Ramsayville after Ramsay Township. These comunities were amalgamated in 1856 into Almonte. The town isnamed for Juan Nepomuncene Almonte (1804-1869) the Mexican ambassodor the the United States, who opposed their agressive trading practices, which also hurt Canada. FoundLocally's Business listings for Almonte Mill of Kintail Conservation Area RR1 Concession 8, Almonte, K0A 1A0 7 km north of Almonte (5 km NW on CR29, 2 km W on Clayton Rd, and 1 km N on Concession Rd 8) 613-256-3610 fax: 613-256-5087 Picturesque 1830s stone gristmill converted into a summer home in the 1930s by Robert Tait Mackenzie, a surgeon, physical educator and sculptor. The museum now displays 70 of his works of art as well as early artifacts. Nature trails and picnic facilities are on the grounds. Open mid-May to Thanksgiving: Wednesday through Sunday plus holiday Mondays 10:30 am to 4:30 pm; rest of year: noon to 4 pm. Afternoon tea is served Wednesday and Saturday in July & August. Admission $3, youth (5-18) $2 Mississippi Valley Textile Museum 3 Rosamund St The textile industry's contribution to the town is showcased in this museum with displays and audio-visual presentations. Open Victoria Day to Thanksgiving, Tuesday to Sundays plus holiday Mondays, Fulton's Maple Sugar Bush 20 km on Country Road 29 to Pakenham 613-256-3867 This 400 acres maple sugar camp offers tours and maple sugaring demonstrations March through April, and September through October, whenever the sap is running. Community Map
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