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The Carleton Place Town Hall was built in 1895-97. This three-storey majestic stone building is located on the south shore of the Mississippi River.
Its riverbank location allows an open view from various points on the far shore and Central Bridge. The bell tower and turrets extend skyward, emphasizing the picturesque roofline.
Photo: P199, CC-BY-SA-3.0
At this house in Carleton Place was born the famous Arthur Roy Brown, a World War 1 flying ace credited with ten aerial victories. His most famous of these victories was against Manfred von Richthofen, otherwise known as the “Red Barron.”Â
Although different in appearance than in 1900, the house still stands proud as a Carleton Place landmark.Â
Photo: captroybrown.caÂ
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Visit the Roy Brown Museum (170 Bridge St.) to learn more.
One of the oldest buildings in Carleton Place, this log home was originally built by J.P. Moore, one of the area’s first settlers. Today, the Moore house is home to the Carleton Place Chamber of Commerce and the Visitor Information center.
The house is also believed to be haunted due to the death of 21-year-old Ida Moore in 1900. She is believed to haunt the building by moving objects, opening windows, and turning radios on and off. Â
Photo: https://www.captroybrown.ca/moorehouse.html#lg=1&slide=0Â
A beautiful stone building was constructed in 1872. Originally the Town hall and jail, it was converted into Victoria School in 1879 until closing in 1969. The museum boasts a collection of historical artifacts and pictures detailing the history of Carleton.Â
A historic labyrinth featured in meditation and community events is included on the museum grounds. Also amongst the museum grounds is the Victoria School Gardens, a beautiful display of nature maintained by horticultural society members.Â
Photo: http://www.cpbheritagemuseum.com/
Hackberry Park is home to the largest grouping of Hackberry trees in eastern Ontario.Â
The trees are believed to have been brought here by the indigenous peoples for medicinal qualities.Â
The park is excellent for enjoying peaceful nature, a nice picnic, or a good book. The park boasts a nice view of the dam.Â
Photo: Cathy Keddy: https://drpaulkeddy.files.wordpress.com/2019/12/hackberry-along-river-in-carleton-place.jpg
The Carleton Place Canoe Club is the oldest continually operating Canoe Club in Canada. It was formed in 1893 by the Ottawa Valley Canoe Association. The club is nestled on the shores of the Mississippi River in the heart of Carleton Place. The club caters to all ages in skill levels, from beginner paddlers to avid canoers.Â
People can enjoy the natural settings and beauty outdoors while on the water. Â
Photo: facebook.com/CarletonPlaceCanoeClub, Robert McDonald
This mural honours the country music star Stompin’ Tom Connors. Connors was a frequent performer at Carleton Place’s Mississippi Hotel and was a key factor in saving the building from demolition in 1990.Â
It includes the famous song lyric, “Everyone’ll tell ya around Carleton Place, the Mississippi dripped off of Big Joe’s Face.”
Check other scenic murals in Carleton Place here. Â
Photo: Google Street ViewÂ
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Jordan James McIntosh is a country and pop singer-songwriter. He was born in Ottawa and is presently based in Carleton Place.
McIntosh won the 2014 Country Music Association of Ontario award for Rising Star.
His father owns and operates McIntosh Automotive Centre in Carleton Place.
Centennial Park is built in 1967 and includes a beach with a swimming area, picnic spots, and a soccer field. The park also boasts a small dock for canoe and kayak rentals.Â
During the summer, from mid-June to the end of August. From the centennial park, visitors have access to nature-filled trails perfect for biking, dog walking, or exploring.Â
A beach is a popular place for families to relax and spend the day outdoors.Â
Photo: www.carletonplace.ca/swimming.php
The Mississippi golf club is a scenic course located just off Highway 7. The course features the Mississippi river running through the features, and the historical, natural layout offers numerous features making the course as challenging or benign as the player desires.Â
The course also features a full, modern clubhouse with a new bar, dining room, and an over 2000 sq. ft. terrace overlooking the scenic 18th green. The course has both affordable day rates and year memberships, making the course affordable for old and young golfers.Â
Photo: themississippi.ca
Situated in a stone building, originally the site of a riverside milling operation, until a fire in 1970 destroyed the five-story grain elevator putting an end to the use of the mill. The building is now used for the Boulton House, an excellent spot for scratch dining, wine, and cocktails.Â
With fine dining, a great atmosphere, and a lovely view of the Mississippi River, the Boulton house will not disappoint for an evening out.Â
Photo: facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063569053706
The chef and owner of Black Tartan Kitchen has worked at the 2 Michelin Starred “Chez Dominique” in Helsinki, Finland. Having studied culinary arts at George Brown College, he is guaranteed to excite your palate in his lovely, contemporary restaurant.Â
Photo: blacktartankitchen.com
Charles Leslie McFarlane was a journalist, novelist, screenwriter, and filmmaker. He is mostly famous for the very successful Hardy Boys mystery series for children and teens, using the pseudonym Franklin W. Dixon.
McFarlane was born in 1902 in Carleton Place. He had contract work with the Stratemeyer Syndicate on the early volumes of the Hardy Boys series. He wrote 33 manuscripts for the Syndicate in this series and others. He earned $85 per book during the Great Depression.
McFarlane wrote and directed documentaries and short dramas for the National Film Board of Canada (NFB), including Here’s Hockey, a 1953 documentary about ice hockey featuring Montreal Canadiens star Jean Beliveau.
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