Ormsby
Ormsby is one of the most intact remains of a village along the Hastings Road. At one time there were two hotels, two stores, two churches, a school, blacksmith, sawmill and other small businesses. There was also an Orange Hall and a Sons of England Hall.. The population in 1893 was 225.
Old Ormsby Schoolhouse (circa 1921)
3084 Old Hastings Rd, Ormsby
613-332-5067
oldschoolhouse@primus.ca
Currently, the Old Ormsby Schoolhouse is an “Educated Dining & Tea Room”. Fully restored with desks, woodstoves and blackboards, the experience of tea, lunch or dinner includes homage to the local history.
https://www.oldormsbyschoolhouse.ca/
Church of St Bernadette in Ormsby circa 1899
Old Hastings Road, Ormsby
The steeple is detached, located in the cedars behind the niche.
The Old Hastings Mercantile & Gallery circa 1890
3013 Old Hastings Rd, Coe Hill (at the corner of Highway 620 & the Old Hastings Rd)
613-337-5050
www.oldhastingsgallery.ca
Located in the heart of cottage country, in historic downtown Ormsby, the Old Hastings Mercantile and Gallery is a delightful stop. Here you will find Canadian arts & crafts, vintage toys, antiques, nostalgia, jewellery, cottage-themed gifts and clothing, country-themed merchandise, penny candy and more!
The Old Ormsby Heritage Church (Presbyterian) circa 1904
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Affectionately called the “little church on the rock”. There are three special services held here, every year.