Visit one of the many murals in Vankleek Hill!

History:

Simeon VanKleeck (1745-1827) and his wife Cecilia Jaycox (1755-1849) were United Empire Loyalists from the Province of New York who sided with the British during the American Revolutionary War (1775-1783).

After the evacuation to Canada, and several land petitions, Simeon obtained his reward of suitable land grants in 1808 in West Hawkesbury Township for both himself and his son Simeon Jr. Father and son had already started clearing this acreage by 1797. This was the start of Van Kleeck's Hill.

From their home, Cecilia operated an inn to serve travellers going from the Ottawa River to the St. Lawrence River, and to villages between Ottawa and Montreal. An inn operating near a crossroad location such as this encourages trades, and soon the inn was joined by blacksmiths, coopers, and merchants. By 1840, growth was assured. Vankleek Hill became a service centre for the surrounding agricultural community.

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The Higginson Tower (fully restored)

The Higginson Tower:

The Higginson Tower is located close to St. John the Apostle Anglican Church (the church on the hill along Highway 34 as you enter Vankleek Hill from the north end). The ruins were owned by Phil Arber, who also owns Arbor Gallery, once the home of Lieutenant Thomas Higginson, who built the wind-powered grist mill in 1832. William Higginson, son of Thomas, added the upper portion to create a conservatory and also built the red brick house nearby, now home to Arbor Gallery.

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Businesses:

Vankleek Hill and the surrounding area has a lot to offer. 

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Arbor Gallery:

While in town, don't forget to check out the latest exhibit at the Arbor Gallery.

Arbor Gallery exhibits contemporary art side by side with traditional fine arts for a mix that is always fresh and stimulating. Come enjoy a relaxing gallery experience in the heart of the village... Exciting visual art in a warm historic setting.

To find out more, visit http://arborgallery.org

Agricultural Fair:

Our most popular event each year is the annual Agricultural Fair in August.  Visit www.vankleekhillfair.ca for more information.

Beau's All Natural Brewery:

Vankleek Hill is home to the award winning Beau's Brewery.  Visit www.beaus.ca to see where you can purchase beer, merchandise, and take a Brewery Tour.  You don't know what you've been missing!

Farmers' Market:

Come to the Farmers' Market every Saturday (9am - 1pm), year around, for fresh, local produce and crafts.

Summer: VCI parking lot.  Watch for our white tents in the parking lot, beside Highway 34

Winter: VCI gym.  Entrance directly to the right of the main doors.

Starting July 3 we will relocate to the lot between Mike Dean's and The Snack Shack. This is due to VCI being declared a construction site for the summer and we will be back at the new and improved VCI eventually. Meanwhile, we are extremely grateful to Siversky Enterprises for the use of the land and to Luc and Kathy of The Snack Shack for allowing us to use their parking lot and supplying us with water and electricity. Thanks also to Mike Dean's for allowing us access. This yet again proves that this is a great community which can pull together under any circumstance. (www.vankleekhillfarmersmarket.ca)