Nestled in the heart of Manotick Village, Dickinson Square shares a remarkable past rooted in industrial ingenuity and the foundation of our community. Built in 1860 along the shores of the Rideau River, Watson’s Mill remains active as a working water powered flour mill. Dickinson House, built in 1867, would become the home of all the Mill’s owners and remains open to the public as a heritage house museum.
Dickinson Square is the historical centre of Manotick and is comprised of Watson’s Mill, Dickinson House and the Carriage Shed. The site is run by the not-for-profit Watson’s Mill Manotick Inc.
Watson’s Mill
Dickinson House
Hours & Info
Watson’s Mill & Dickinson House
Entry to our site is Admission By Donation with the suggestion of $2.00 per person. This admission covers entry to Watson’s Mill and Dickinson House. Youth 12 and under are free.
OPEN HOURS- WM & DH
December 2024 – April 2025
Closed
May 17 – September 1
Wednesday – Sunday Holiday Mondays
10:00am – 4:45pm
September 6 – October 12
Saturday & Sunday
10:00am – 4:30pm
October 13 -December 7
Special Events Only
Used Book Store
OPEN HOURS- Book Store
March 3 Book Donations Only
Monday – Thursday
10:00am – 4:00pm
April 9 – May 9
Wednesday – Friday CLOSED Friday April 18
10:00am – 4:45pm
May 14 – October 12
Wednesday-Sunday Holiday Mondays
10:00am – 4:45pm
October 13 – October 28
CLOSED
October 29 – November 14
Wednesday – Friday
10:00am – 4:00pm
November 19 – December 7
Wednesday-Sunday
10:00am – 4:00pm
Donations accepted during Book Store Open hours. Please keep donations to 5 bags/boxes or less. Do not leave books in front of any doorways, it is a safety hazard.
The Used Book Store does not buy used books.
Please note that the Used Book Store does not take specific book requests, nor do we check inventory over the telephone or email.
OFFICE of Watson’s Mill Manotick Inc.
Watson’s Mill, Dickinson House and the Used Book Store are operated by the not-for-profit Watson’s Mill Manotick Inc.
Our Office can be found on the 2nd floor of the Carriage Shed. 5524 Dickinson Street, Manotick, ON
OFFICE HOURS- WMMI Office
January – April
By Appointment
May – October
Monday – Saturday
10:00am – 4:00pm
November – December
By Appointment
Admissions
General Admission
Admission by Donation *Suggested Donation $3.00
Ages 12+ Under 12 are Free
Free guided tours are provided every day of the week!
Group Tours (10 or more People)
Watson’s Mill Manotick Inc. provides structured visits and tours for groups of 10 or more people.
Groups of 10 or more are required to make an advanced reservation. Groups of 10 or more people who do not make advanced reservations may not be accommodated with a guided tour.
Watson’s Mill Manotick Inc. offers a range of customizable tours and programs… we’ll even come to you! To learn more about a programming options please visit our Programs page.
To discuss your options and make a booking contact our Programs & Communications Manager: programs@watsonsmill.com 613-692-6455
Contact
WATSON’S MILL OFFICE
613-692-6455 info@watsonsmill.com
PO Box 145 Manotick, ON K4M 1A2
Recognition of Territory
Watson’s Mill, Dickinson House, and the Carriage Shed are built on un-ceded Algonquin Anishinabeterritory.
The peoples of the Algonquin Anishinabe Nation have lived on this territory for millennia. Their culture and presence have nurtured and continue to nurture this land.
Watson’s Mill Manotick Inc. honours the peoples and land of the Algonquin Anishinabe Nation.
Watson’s Mill Manotick Inc. honours all First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples and their valuable past and present contributions to this land.
