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Almonte’s Mill of Kintail is a 188 year old grist mill-turned history museum. Owned and operated by Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority since 1972, the Mill showcases the life and times of the famed Brothers of the Wind, Robert Tait McKenzie and Dr. James Naismith. Built in 1830

The Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority would like to inform the public about a recent bear sighting at the Mill of Kintail Conservation Area. Given our rural location this is not uncommon. Although the risk of an encounter is low, please use caution and be aware of your surroun

Are you planning your first trip to the Mill of Kintail Conservation Area for Kintail Country Christmas, or have you made this a family tradition from the start 12 years ago? Either way, we want to hear from you! How can we make this truly unique experience even better for you and you

New Attractions, Return of Family Favourites for 11th Annual Kintail Country Christmas December 4, 2017, Carleton Place—Reduced entry fees, more activities and amazing items up for grabs round out the highly anticipated Kintail Country Christmas (KCC). Now in its 11th year, KCC at the

More details to come as the event draws near!

On Tuesday, February 2, MVCA was pleased to welcome United States Ambassador to Canada Bruce Heyman, and Minister of Sport and Persons with Disabilities Carla Qualtrough. The Mill of Kintail is home to the James Naismith Museum. Dr. James Naismith was born and raised in Ramsay Townshi

Media Release September 1, Mississippi Mills—Following months of anticipation, a new playground at the Mill of Kintail Conservation Area is officially open to the public. Complete with a swing set, slide, climber and teeter totter, the new playground is fully accessible and replaces a

The museum is open from Victoria Day Weekend to Thanksgiving Weekend 7 days a week from 10:30 am to 4:30 pm The conservation area is a brilliant natural backdrop to the Mississippi Valley Conservation education program. Within the 154 acres, students encounter the Indian River, mature