The Story of McArthur Island

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The Carleton Place and Beckwith Heritage Museum invites you to dive into "The Story of McArthur Island," a captivating exhibition exploring the unique island right in the heart of Carleton Place. Shrouded by the Mississippi River, this pocket of land has borne witness to centuries of change. Visitors will journey through a deeply layered timeline, from the island's origins as a home to Anishinaabe camps to its evolution into a powerhouse of early Canadian industry and further still to its current status as the Tri Century Mill Hotel.

Follow the thread of local heritage from the great Bates and Innes woolen mills to the retro era of Blue Bell jeans. You'll discover the island's rare Hackberry Trees and their cultural significance, and even uncover one of Carleton Place's most eccentric chapters: The "Penguin", a rare 1960s amphibious vehicle. This exhibit serves as an ideal gateway into the storied, ever-evolving histories of the Ottawa Valley.

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• Carleton Place and Beckwith Heritage Museum website cpbheritagemuseum.com

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Carleton Place and Beckwith Historical Society

The Carleton Place and Beckwith Historical Society is a non-profit organization dedicated to researching, preserving, and sharing the diverse cultural and architectural heritage of the region. Through the active stewardship of its museum committee, the Society operates and promotes the Carleton Place and Beckwith Heritage Museum as its primary hub. Year-round, they bring local history to life by collecting and safeguarding historical materials, publishing research, hosting public lectures, and designing engaging community exhibitions, like "The Story of McArthur Island", that keep the living history of the area accessible to everyone.

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