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LINKS OF INTEREST
Downtown Almonte offers a wide variety of interesting
and unique
shops to explore.
Backed by the Mississippi River, the view of the falls
at the
end of Mill Street is spectacular.
Explore our town and you will discover the picturesque
beauty in which we live.
Two local museums offer a variety of exhibits for
everyone's pleasure:
Mississippi Valley Textile Museum
www.textilemuseum.mississippimills.com
Located on the banks of the Mississippi River, this
museum is in the former offices of the Rosamond Woolen
Company. The museum features the beginnings of Canada's
woolen manufacturing industry, period offices and
exhibits highlighting the woolen industry to modern
times. Local area textile artists are featured
exhibitors. Unique gifts are available at the gift
shop.
(613) 256-3754
The Mill of Kintail Conservation Area
www.millofkintail.com
The Mill of Kintail is known for its beauty and
historical significance. The site features the Mill of
Kintail Museum which explores the life and art of Robert
Tait McKenzie, the Gatehouse Gift Shop and Tearoom and
the Conservation area trails.
(613) 256-3610
Other links of interest
include:
www.priorengagements.ca
www.almonteceltfest.com
www.mississippimills.ca
www.fultonsfarm.com
www.county.lanark.on.ca
www.almontehighlandgames.com
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