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Almonte Highlights | James Naismith Statue, Dining & Riverwalk Adventures

Welcome to my Channel -- Walking Attractions    / @walkingattractions   I recently decided to take a trip to Almonte, Ontario, a charming and artsy town that is known for its history, delicious food, interesting shops, and picturesque streets. As I walked along the Riverwalk, I couldn't help but admire the natural beauty of the Mississippi River, which was once used as a travel route by Aboriginal peoples and a catalyst for industry. The river's value now rests in its natural beauty, recreational opportunities, and green power generation. Starting my visit at Almonte Old Town Hall, I made my way along the Riverwalk, passing by historic sites such as the former Mississippi Iron Works, Thoburn Mill, the railway crossing, and the Victoria Woollen Mill. The walk was relatively easy, with attractive benches located along the path for relaxing, bird watching, and taking in the beauty of the river. Along the way, I enjoyed stunning views of the Mississippi River as it weaved its way beneath the train bridge and past Kirkland Park, to a fabulous lookout by the Victoria Woollen Mill that offered a breathtaking view of the falls. As I continued along the Riverwalk, I came across the James Naismith statue at the corner of Mill Street and Little Bridge Street. Naismith was born and raised on a farm outside of Almonte and went on to invent the game of basketball at age 30 in 1891. It was fascinating to learn that Naismith wrote the original basketball rule book and founded the University of Kansas basketball program. I made sure to take a selfie with the statue as a memento of my visit. In Almonte, you can also visit the Naismith House, which is now a Canada's Historic Place. The one-and-a-half-story stone building was constructed in 1850 in vernacular Georgian and with Regency Style elements. It was great to learn about the rich history of this area and how it has evolved over the years. Almonte is truly a gem of a town, and I can't wait to go back and explore more. The Riverwalk was a peaceful and relaxing experience that reminded me of my hometown, and I highly recommend it to anyone who loves nature and history. Thank you for taking time to stroll with me, please feel free to Like & Subscribe and leave your comments! Your support will encourage me to make more videos and help others to find this video. Most appreciated. #AlmonteOntario #DowntownAlmonte #travel #AlmonteRiverwalk #RoadTrip #DayTrip #OntarioAttraction #BestTownOntario #WalkingAttractions #Ottawa #exploration #canada #MississippiRiver #Riverwalk #DowntownShopping #JamesNaismith #SmallTowninOntario #Tourist #Historical Sites. Walking Attractions Copyright