Friends of Windmill Point

Friends of Windmill Point The Windmill structure was constructed in the early 1830's as a gristmill for grinding grain. The mill was converted into a lighthouse in the 1870's.

A non profit organization whose objects are to increase both awareness about the Battle of the Windmill and visitors enjoyment of the historic site, in cooperation with Parks Canada, In November of 1838 it was the site of the Battle of the Windmill fought between approximately 200 insurgents from the United States sympathetic to the 1837 Rebellions in Canada and local militia and British soldiers.

The Windmill continued to function as a lighthouse until 1978, when it was removed from service. The Windmill has been a National Historic Site since 1920, but the only information visitors could get about the battle was contained in brief texts of plaques installed at the site from time to time. In 1994 a group of concerned local citizens founded the Friends of Windmill Point and in cooperation with Parks Canada have developed public programs and educational exhibits. Staffed with volunteers the Windmill was opened to the public in 1996.

06/03/2026

With the arrival of June - the opening of the Tower can't be far behind.
Starting Friday June 5th, we will be open every Friday, Saturday and Sunday in June!!! Hours will be from 10 am until 5 pm.
We are looking forward to Welcoming back Visitors and sharing the History of the Battle of The Windmill!!!

Updates to our hours of operation will be posted on the page during the summer, so check back often. AND don't forget to share your pictures...

Address

3401 Windmill Road
Cardinal, ON
K0E1T1

Opening Hours

Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

Telephone

+16139251838

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