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Cornwall | Ontario

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Historic SDG Jail

The Historic SDG Jail was constructed in 1833 and used as an active prison until 2002. This over 150-year lifespan created some fantastic stories to be shared with those lucky enough to find themselves on tour.

Shiver at the deathly tales of hanging and unclaimed bodies told by a guided jail tour and discover all the history behind the infamous prison. An excellent summer location, tours are open from May 20th to August 28th.

Photo: https://www.historicsdgjail.com/; Carrot top25 at en.wikipedia, CC BY-SA 3.0

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Home Town of Ryan Gosling

Hollywood star Ryan Gosling was born in 1980 in London, Ontario. Because of his father’s work, the family moved around a lot. Gosling lived in Cornwall too.

Ryan began his career as a child star on the Disney Channel’s Mickey Mouse Club (1993–95).

His first starring role was as a Jewish neo-Nazi in The Believer (2001).

 

Check kid Ryan’s video from Cornwall

Read more about Ryan Gosling | People of Small Towns

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Cornwall Ribfest

July

Taking place over four days in late July, Ribfest attracts many for barbecue, free live music and carnival rides.

Photo: facebook.com/CornwallRibfest/

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Great Lakes Waterfront Trail

Spanning the greater part of Ontario and stretching from eastern Gray’s Creek to Guidon Park, this excellent waterfront includes walking, biking, and running paths. With a multitude of parks and open areas, the trail provides lots of opportunities for outdoor sports and activities.

This 16km stretch of waterfront serves as a gathering place for special events and outdoor fun. Fill your afternoon with this scenic tour of the city.

Photo: https://waterfronttrail.org/places/communities/cornwall/

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Cornwall Community Museum

The museum’s stone building was built by the Wood family during the settling of Cornwall in 1784. Standing as one of the original structures of Cornwall, this now museum watched as the town grew around it and witnessed the plethora of changes in the community.

Visit for a tour of the history of Cornwall and check the Cornwall Community Museum website for upcoming events and exhibits!

Photo: https://www.cornwall.ca/en/play-here/resources/museum-1.jpg

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Hops & Barley Restaurant & Lounge

This local gem, located in the Best Western Parkway Inn & Conference Center, offers a creative food and a diverse selection of drinks. You are guaranteed to enjoy your meal and visit.

With their excellent Chef, Fabien Clement-Lynch, the menu is created to combine traditional steak and seafood meals and classic pub fare. Paired with its extensive craft beer menu, the Hops & Barley Restaurant & Lounge is a go-to spot for a Cornwall visit.

Photo: https://hopsbarley.ca/

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Archies Family Golf Centre

Interested in a little bit of competition? Visit Archies Family Golf Center. This family-run business has been operating since 1955 and offers a friendly, welcoming environment for golfers and non-golfers.

Featuring a driving range, a 9-hole par three golf course, 18-holes of miniature golf, and nine holes of footgolf, there’s an activity here for everyone!

Photo: archiescornwall.com

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Upper Canada Migratory Bird Sanctuary

A nature lover’s paradise! The Upper Canada Migratory Bird Sanctuary is home to over 150 species. Campgrounds situated in the middle of the reserve allow campers to enjoy the peaceful songs of the wildlife and explore the sprawling hiking trails.

Enjoy the famous Robin’s Roost Treehouse or one of the waterfront cabins for an incredible camping experience.

Photo: https://www.stlawrenceparks.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2021/11/cimg-5.jpg

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Gray’s Creek Conservation Area

Located just minutes east of Cornwall, the Gray’s Creek Conservation Area offers over 43 hectares of natural landscape for residents and visitors! This protected region has 6.4 kilometres of meandering trails open year-round.

Visit and see various animal life, songbirds, and lake-dwelling creatures. Enjoy cycling, hiking, and pet walking on either paved or natural trails.

Photo: https://rrca.on.ca/page.php?id=8

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Long Sault Parkway

The picturesque Long Sault Parkway is a series of 11 islands that were created from high points of land left after the flooding of the St. Lawrence River during the construction of the Seaway in the 1950s.

In fact, several villages once stood where the river now lies, a fascinating story captured at the Lost Villages display on Macdonell Island.

Photos: https://www.facebook.com/LongSaultParkway/

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