Perth, Administrative town in Lanark County, Ontario, Canada
Perth is a small town situated along the Tay River in southwestern Ontario, roughly 80 kilometers from the nation's capital. It serves as the administrative center for Lanark County and contains numerous historic buildings that line its streets.
The settlement was established in 1816 following the War of 1812 as a military outpost and took its name from the Scottish ancestral region of the acting Governor-General Sir Gordon Drummond. These origins shaped the town's character and layout.
The Perth Citizens Band, established in 1850, remains Canada's longest-running town band and continues to perform seasonal concerts that are central to local life.
The town is easy to explore on foot and features parks, recreational facilities, and the Conlon Farm Recreation Complex for outdoor activities. Visitors can comfortably navigate the downtown area and access local amenities throughout the year.
In 1893 the region created a 22,000-pound cheese for the World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago, showcasing the strength of local dairy farming. This unusual project remains a proud part of the town's story and highlights how agriculture once drove the local economy.
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