When I went inside to photograph the interior I had no clue about any of it and, unfortunately I missed an entire floor as well as the turbines that power the mill. You will just have to go and visit the mill to see it all for yourself.
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| This gazebo overlooks the Rideau River from the Manotick Island. I checked it and the piano works, though it may need tuning. |
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| This building is not a mill though it has a sign saying 'Watson's Mill' on it. It formed a part of the operation as a carriage shed. Right now it houses a used book store. |
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| THE LONG ISLAND MILL An outstanding example of mill architecture in Ontario, this grist-mill was constructed by Thomas Langrell, and Ottawa contractor, for Moss K. Dickinson (1822-97) and Joseph M. Currier (1820-84), the owners of a nearby sawmill. The Long Island Mill began operation in 1860 with four sets of mill-stones driven by water-powered turbines manufactured in Ottawa. By autumn of 1862 a woolen-mill had been added to the industrial complex, around which the community of Manotick developed. Dickinson acquired full interest in the mills in 1863 and the family retained ownership of the Long Island Mill until 1929. In 1972 this mill, the adjacent Dickinson House, and the original carriage-shed were purchased and restored by the Rideau Valley Conservation Authority. Erected by the Ontario Heritage Foundation, Ministry of Culture and Recreation |
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| Watson's Mill Time Capsule This time capsule was compiled of the 2010 year in commemoration of Watson's Mill 150th Anniversary. It will be opened in the year 2060. La capsule de temps du Moulin Watson Cette capsule de temps funt assemblée pendant l'année 2010 pour soluligner le 150ème anniversaire du Moulin Watson. Elle sera révélée en 2060. |
