KEENE
Pictured: Hope Mill
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Keene 42.9337° N, 72.2781° W This small town is surrounded by resorts and campsites, many of which face Rice Lake. It is a hub for local commerce and recreation, thanks to its general store, restaurants and arena complex. There are some cute shops and good golf courses nearby as well. Rice Lake is ringed by resorts and homes, serving as a great spot to launch your boat and explore various towns. Shallow and rich in nutrients, it offers great fishing for bass, pickerel, perch, crappy and carp. Northeast of Keene, Lang Pioneer Village Museum operates as a living history museum in the hamlet of Lang. Owned and run by the County of Peterborough, it is home to a collection of pioneer buildings in a park-like setting and the Agricultural Hall of Fame for the region. It typically hosts heritage-based activities throughout the summer and autumn.
A similar, but smaller destination, is the recently restored Hope Mill. The upper floor of the original sawmill runs as a woodworking museum and archival records from the early wool and carding era. Nearby, you can visit Hiawatha First Nation, an Ojibwa community with a rich culture. Keene’s biggest event of the year is typically its Pumpkinfest in October. The celebration includes a parade and several familyoriented activities to highlight the rich farm heritage of the region. Even without an event on the calendar, a day trip to Keene is a lovely escape as it sits among the rolling hills of Otonabee Township. You can get great views of the surrounding area while driving along the ridges.
Community Spotlight - Hot List of Attractions & Destinations 2020
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