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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.

09/01/2026

Well it’s that time of year. September brings the closure of the tower. Today is the last day the tower will be open.
Thanks so much to everyone who visited!!!
Hope you have a great fall.

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...

08/29/2025

Where did the summer go? Sunday, August 31, is our last day for this season.

Thank you to all who stopped in and visited this year. Thanks to our amazing site interpreter for a wonderful job this year.
If you’re wondering if we will be open for a day in September or October, please check this page for possible times.
Have a safe Autumn and back to school.

07/01/2025

We will be open our usual hours on July 1st!!!! Stop by between 10 am and 5 pm. Help us celebrate Canada’s Birthday 🍁🇨🇦

05/30/2025

What an absolute beautiful day! The tower has been swept out and ready for opening day on Saturday June 7!! We will be open Weekends only for the rest of June until July 1st!

05/30/2025

Today is the day for the annual cleaning of the Tower!! We will post later today when we will be open to visitors. Exciting 😊. And if you have nothing to do for the next hour or two, we will gladly accept all offers of help 😉

03/24/2025

Do you have a passion for local history? Are you interested in learning about the “Battle of the Windmill” and bringing this history to life for others?
Local residents and tourists from around the world visit this historic battleground each year.
Are you an outgoing, self-motivated individual eager to meet the public and describe the events of 1838 that took place in and around this five story stone tower?

You must be entering, or returning to, college or university in the fall. Your main focus will be sharing the history of the area. Additional duties involve merchandise sales,
cleaning, clerical, handling cash and reporting to the Board of Directors.
The site is operated by the group “Friends of Windmill Point.” For complete details of this awesome summer job contact
Jim or Renee DEVENNY at 343 250-0158 or send your resume to: [email protected]

10/20/2024

Today we will be at
The Site for a couple hours. Time to put everything away for the winter and prepare the Tower for the winter nap.

08/21/2024

Where has the summer gone???
August 26 is the last ‘open’ day for this year.

Sunday, August 25, there will be reenactors on Site, so feel free to come out and watch!

Thanks for your visits this summer!!

07/04/2024

Today is the day you've all been waiting for - the start of our summer schedule. Open Thursday to Monday 10 to 5 pm all July and August. Closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Stop in to say Hi and enjoy the view.😀

Address

3401 Windmill Road
Cardinal, ON
K0E1T1

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

+16139251838

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