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THE RIVER RUNS THROUGH IT

SMALL-TOWN JEWEL

A small-town jewel perched on the stunning Mississippi waterway where river meets lake, Carleton Place was founded for its abundant water access. The stories of river, lake and town became irrevocably intertwined nearly 200 years ago when settlers first laid eyes on Morphy’s Falls. Since then the Mississippi River has played an important role in the arts, heritage and very culture of the town.

Community Labrinth

Carleton Place Community Labyrinth

The labyrinth is an ancient spiritual tool which has been used for over 4000 years...

 

Murals

Murals Everywhere!

One scenic feature of the landscape is an abundance of murals.

Heritage Museum

Carleton Place and Beckwith Heritage Museum

Over 10,000 artifacts bring bygone days to life.

 

Roy Brown Museum

Roy Brown Museum and Information Centre

A son of Carleton Place brought an end to the legendary Red Baron.

Wool Growers
Railway Memorabilia at the Wool Growers

Why does the Canadian Co-operative Wool Growers house a railway exhibit?

 

SAM BAT
SAM BAT: Baseball bats in the Big League

Sam Holman hit a figurative home run in 1996 when he introduced the maple bat to the world