Gil & Silvia’s St Joseph Island
Sightseeing
Fort St. Joseph was designated a National Historic Site of Canada in 1923 because: it symbolizes the commercial and military alliance that existed between the British and the First Nation Peoples of the western Great Lakes region in the aftermath of the American Revolutionary War through the War of 1812.
Fort St. Joseph National Historic Site
185 Fort RdFort St. Joseph was designated a National Historic Site of Canada in 1923 because: it symbolizes the commercial and military alliance that existed between the British and the First Nation Peoples of the western Great Lakes region in the aftermath of the American Revolutionary War through the War of 1812.
Founded in 1963 by the Historical Society, the St. Joseph Island Museum has over 6000 artifacts covering over 200 years of Island History. The progression of the Island is represented in four time periods: Indigenous encampments to Fort St. Joseph (1798-1814); pioneer settlements (1835-1890); to a period of almost complete private ownership by 1890; and the depression and war years (1900-1945).
St. Joseph Island Museum
2395 I Line RdFounded in 1963 by the Historical Society, the St. Joseph Island Museum has over 6000 artifacts covering over 200 years of Island History. The progression of the Island is represented in four time periods: Indigenous encampments to Fort St. Joseph (1798-1814); pioneer settlements (1835-1890); to a period of almost complete private ownership by 1890; and the depression and war years (1900-1945).
Constructed in the early 2000's, the Richards Landing Lighthouse was an intitative of Ray Stortini. It was constructed as an attraction to the waterfront and marina of Richards Landing. With the support of Ray Storini and a group of donors this beautiful building shines its "Ray of Light" for all to see at our waterfront.
Richards Landing Municipal Marina
Constructed in the early 2000's, the Richards Landing Lighthouse was an intitative of Ray Stortini. It was constructed as an attraction to the waterfront and marina of Richards Landing. With the support of Ray Storini and a group of donors this beautiful building shines its "Ray of Light" for all to see at our waterfront.
P Line Hill - The top of the Mountain is truly one of the best views on St. Joseph Island. Take the 10th sideroad south from Richards Landing and just keep driving till you hit the top. Turn around for some amazing views and get some memorable photos!
P Line Road
P Line Hill - The top of the Mountain is truly one of the best views on St. Joseph Island. Take the 10th sideroad south from Richards Landing and just keep driving till you hit the top. Turn around for some amazing views and get some memorable photos!
As St. Joseph Island’s main business centre, Richards Landing offers everything you need to make your stay a pleasant one… shopping, parks, fuel, restaurants, events and friendly folks. The Richards Landing Municipal Marina is located at the end of the main street, just a few steps from the town centre. This is a full service marina, open seven days a week during boating season with gas, shower and laundry facilities and new this year the office will be selling fishing worms.
Richards Landing Municipal Marina
As St. Joseph Island’s main business centre, Richards Landing offers everything you need to make your stay a pleasant one… shopping, parks, fuel, restaurants, events and friendly folks. The Richards Landing Municipal Marina is located at the end of the main street, just a few steps from the town centre. This is a full service marina, open seven days a week during boating season with gas, shower and laundry facilities and new this year the office will be selling fishing worms.
Don't miss the chance to see a large ship up close!
Our interpretive panels tell you the story of early shipping through modern shipping as well as local history. Check out the real-time boatnerd site to find out when the next big ship is rolling through. Pack a picnic, or get take out from one of the Island's many great restaurants and enjoy the picnic tables and the view!
Sailors Encampment Drive
Don't miss the chance to see a large ship up close!
Our interpretive panels tell you the story of early shipping through modern shipping as well as local history. Check out the real-time boatnerd site to find out when the next big ship is rolling through. Pack a picnic, or get take out from one of the Island's many great restaurants and enjoy the picnic tables and the view!
The first book put in the library was the family bible from Florence’s mother Mary. It dates to the late 1700’s. It is still in the library.
Other collectibles in the library include a world globe, one thousand books also from Florence’s mother and one thousand books donated by the Women’s Institutes of the Island.
Additional Services:
Inter-library Loans: if we don’t have it we can get it from another library
Large print books/novels; German and French novels; Audio books
6 computers with high speed for public use, also wireless
Faxing ($1.00/page), photocopies ($0.20/page B&W, $1.00/page colour), scanner
1 VHS machine and movies, both DVD and VHS
Magazines, puzzles and movies both for sign out and sale
Leap Pad with games
2 Reading Areas and Conference table (great for lap tap use)
WIFI available for $1.00 per half hour (indoor and outdoor) or $10.00 for a monthly card
Library bags with a picture of the library $3.00
Township of St. Joseph Public Library
The first book put in the library was the family bible from Florence’s mother Mary. It dates to the late 1700’s. It is still in the library.
Other collectibles in the library include a world globe, one thousand books also from Florence’s mother and one thousand books donated by the Women’s Institutes of the Island.
Additional Services:
Inter-library Loans: if we don’t have it we can get it from another library
Large print books/novels; German and French novels; Audio books
6 computers with high speed for public use, also wireless
Faxing ($1.00/page), photocopies ($0.20/page B&W, $1.00/page colour), scanner
1 VHS machine and movies, both DVD and VHS
Magazines, puzzles and movies both for sign out and sale
Leap Pad with games
2 Reading Areas and Conference table (great for lap tap use)
WIFI available for $1.00 per half hour (indoor and outdoor) or $10.00 for a monthly card
Library bags with a picture of the library $3.00
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Trails, Hiking and Cycling
Centennial Grounds Trail System
Stribling Park
Cycling Routes
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Parks, Beaches and Picnic Areas
Cenotaph Park
Centennial Grounds
Stribling Marine Park
Tranter Memorial Park
Women’s Institute (WI) Park/Beach
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Festivals & Events
Maple Syrup Festival - The first and second weekend of April
Just Passing Through Concert Series - Ongoing at the Old Town Hall
Canada Day - Tractor Trot - 9 am , first week of July
Go North Music Festival - last week of July
Community Night & Boat Parade of Lights ( Live Music at the Marina)- Last Friday in July
Harvest of Artists - August 24, 2024 at the Centennial Grounds
Country Roads Tour - The weekend before Thanksgiving
Winter Solstice Celebration, Centennial Grounds Dec. 21 ( weather permitting)