The history of Arnprior is preserved and documented at the Arnprior and District Museum (in the former post office building and library) and the Arnprior and District Archives, next door in the basement of the public library. The sandstone building is the defining element in local architecture.
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A beautiful historic stone building.
On the edge of the Ottawa and Madawaska Rivers off of John st. This park/beach is great for family picnics and swimming,.
If you are looking to take in some hockey or go for a skate in Arnprior, the Nick Smith Centre is the place to go.
This site provides beautiful walks through old growth white pine forest. A 20th-century estate in a forested area at the edge of the Ottawa River. A stand of forest encircles a cleared area with a handsome, Colonial Revival house constructed from the white pine of the forest. The Gillies Grove House is not accessible to visitors. The main trail is wheelchair accessible and the trails are well marked.
Provide scenic views of the waterfront, downtown heritage homes, and two nature trails including a walk-through of the Gillies Grove, a 45-acre (180,000 m²) tract of old growth forest, preserving the white pine which was the foundation of the local lumber industry. Additionally the rivers and local lakes encourage boating, fishing and canoeing.