Taverns and Their Keepers

During the early settlement of the area that becomes the Township of Rideau Lakes, travel is difficult and people depend on taverns for shelter, as they travel through the wilderness. Taverns are also important gathering places for local community members. But, as sites with significant drinking, taverns often experience violence, giving rise to the Temperance Movement and then Prohibition.
A film by Allison Margot Smith.

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As a local Pirate re-enactor, i very much appreciate the efforts in producing this show! HUZZAH!

[@danberty8718]

As a Lombardy and Rideau Ferry resident on Millers Bay, I really appreciate this! It is absolutely fantastic and so informative!

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Thanks, Dan. I'm glad you enjoyed it.

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Would you happen to have more information on McKinney House? It's just south of Lombardy on Hwy 15. I've been told there used to be a blacksmith on site.