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The
Glengarry Highland Games
Founded in 1948,
the Games are ranked among Ontarios top 50 festivals. Every year
on the August Civic Holiday weekend, over 25,000 visitors come to Maxville
for this two-day Scottish celebration. (more details)
Sports
Hall of Fame
The Glengarry Sports Hall of Fame was built in 1991 to honour Glengarrys
athletes. Exhibits include portraits of local sport heroes and sport memorabilia
from the past. (more details)
Heritage
Grandstand
One of the few of its type still standing, this massive, all-wood grandstand
was built by the Kenyon Agricultural Society at the turn of the last century.
It has been home to the Glengarry Highland Games for over 50 years.
Pioneer
Museum
Dunvegans Glengarry Pioneer Museum celebrates the determination
of the regions first settlers. The museum consists of several heritage
buildings including the oldest barroom in Eastern Ontario. (more details)
Main
Street
From fresh-baked Scottish pastries to handmade kilts and country crafts,
the shops along Maxvilles Main Street are a joy to explore. And
when youre done, relax with an invigorating cup of tea, a frosty
glass of ale, or a home-style meal.
Architectural
Gems
Maxvilles quiet, tree-shaded streets are dotted with historic buildings.
And one of the best ways to explore the villages architectural heritage
is to take a leisurely walking tour. (more details)
For more information,
and a detailed map of the village, just click here
to download a PDF copy of our full-colour brochure.
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