About Merrickville
Merrickville and District Chamber of Commerce: Welcome to Merrickville, voted the most beautiful village in eastern Ontario. With its sense of history, natural attractions, and its diversity of accommodations, restaurants, shops, and artist galleries – including a jam-packed calendar of events – Merrickville is the place for your perfect getaway.
Merrickville and District Historical Society: The Historical Society was formed in 1965 to encourage an interest in the history and heritage of Merrickville. Their goal is to protect and preserve its 19th century stone and masonry homes and businesses in the Village. Look for the Miller’s of Merrickville Country Store building on the Walking Tour Map.
Village of Merrickville-Wolford: Information about the Village of Merrickville-Wolford including links to Merrickville associations and helpful resources.
Parks Canada: The Rideau Canal is a chain of beautiful lakes, rivers and canals winding 202 km from Kingston, at the head of Lake Ontario, to Ottawa, Canada's capital city. One of Canada's historic canals, the Rideau is maintained and operated by Parks Canada to preserve and present the canal's natural and historic features.
Rideau Canal - UNESCO World Heritage Site: The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) was founded in 1945. World Heritage sites belong to all the peoples of the world, irrespective of the territory on which they are located. The Rideau Canal was recognized by UNESCO as a world heritage site in 2007.
Merrickville Locks: Learn about the history of the Merrickville Rideau Canal Waterway Locks 21-23. Great information for boaters.
Rideau Heritage Route: The Rideau Heritage Route offers a rich range of heritage attractions, both cultural and natural, that makes the Rideau River corridor one of the premier tourism experiences in North America. Choose from an array of world class museums, galleries, festivals, events, shopping, and culinary experiences. You may choose to enjoy the route by automobile, canoe, kayak, bicycle, motor boat, or on foot along the Rideau Trail. Make sure to stop in Merrickville along the way ... you’ll be amazed and delighted with what you discover.
Friends of the Rideau: Promoting and conserving the heritage and charm of the Rideau Canal waterway.
About the Rideau Canal
Merrickville Events - June and July 2012
Merrickville Motorcycle Show
Where is Merrickville?
Merrickville is located a short 45 minute drive south of Ottawa and within easy access from the Highway 401 corridor between Kingston and Cornwall.
Miller’s of Merrickville Country Store - 323 St. Lawrence Street - Merrickville - Ontario - Canada - (613) 269-2575
June 24
Canada Day Parade
July 1
July 8
Merrickville House and Garden Tour
July 1
Blockhouse Official Opening
June 16