613-259-5454 or 613- 259-5223

1132, 3rd Concession, Dalhousie, Watson’s Corners

First rural library in Ontario!!

The Dalhousie Historic Library became the first Public Library in the old Bathurst District and the first rural library in Ontario. It was established in 1828. Now a Museum, it contains many old books and artifacts from days past, as well as genealogical records. It is housed in the Watson's Corners Community Hall.

Lanark and District Museum

613-259-5350

80 George Street, Lanark

A Link with Lanark’s Heritage – Past, Present and Future.

The Lanark and District Museum houses displays of tools, clothing and artifacts collected from Lanark area pioneer homes, as well as a library of Canadiana books and Genealogy Records.

• Saturday, Sunday and Holidays

• Victoria Day weekend to Thanksgiving weekend

• Open 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

• Other times by appointment.

• Admission by donation.

Middleville & District Museum

613-259-5462

Middleville

Step into the past and explore pioneer history the informative country museum located in the village of Middleville. Set in an 1861 two-story stone school, the pioneer spirit shines from every corner of this unique museum. Treasures from days past are waiting to be discovered.

Highlights:

• A dramatic horse drawn hearse

• A dugout canoe made of a single basswood log

• Old time maple syrup and cheese making displays

• An 1830's "barn-frame" loom

• Blacksmithing tools and farm implements

• Lanark County lumbering and shanty artefacts

• Original genealogical documents and family records.

Hours of Operation

• Saturday, Sunday & Holiday Monday

• Victoria Day thru Thanksgiving

• Open 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.

• Otherwise by appointment

Admission

• $2.00 per person,

• 12 and under free