Welcome to Amherst Island
Amherst Island is a close-knit community located at the east end of Lake Ontario, 15 minutes west of Kingston in Loyalist Township (part of Lennox and Addington County). Whether you’re a long-time resident, newcomer, or just visiting, we’re delighted to have you here.
Amherst Island is a place where natural beauty meets rich history, and where neighbours come together to create a vibrant and supportive community. This website is designed to be your go-to resource for all things Amherst Island, offering a wealth of information and services tailored to the needs of visitors and residents.
Explore the site to learn more about the unique charm of Amherst Island, discover ways to get involved, and access the resources you need. We are proud of our island and the strong community spirit that defines us, and we invite you to dive in and experience all that Amherst Island has to offer.
This page is offered and maintained by the Amherst Island Community Alliance.
Points of Interest Map
Click on any of the points of interest on the map above to learn more about the business or location it represents. The map above is broken down into businesses, geographic areas of interest, etc. The map is printable through Google Maps.
9C out there but it didn’t stop our Thanksgiving swim! The rough waters had us change locations thanks to the sage and experienced advice of none other than vicki_keith61 and gained us an extra swimmer and gracious hosts with a fire and hot beverage afterwards! #amherstisland #lakeontario
Happy Thanksgiving! Stop by for a warm drink and a browse, we are open from 1-4 today. Our botanical line is being offered at 50% off today only. Such a beautiful line of skin care and candles that make a thoughtful gift. #amherstisland #amherstislandartgallery #hostessgift #thanksgiving
This Thanksgiving weekend come visit our gallery to see new pieces by Darlene Martin-Stuart, Jen Manuel, Tania Craan and Neill Nucifora. We will be open both Saturday and Sunday, 1-4pm. So get that turkey in and come discover unique fine craft made by artists and artisans from across Canada. #amherstisland #thanksgiving #thanksgivingweekend #artgalleryamherstisland naturallylennoxaddington
Cleaning the windows at amherstislandradio
Amherst Island Studio!
Bringing a clear view to the historic Amherst Island Radio! 🌊 Since 2006, they`ve been broadcasting from this unique converted barn studio, and now their windows are as crystal clear as their signal. 📻✨😎🤘🗿👨🎤🎸🎙️🎷🪕
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🌲✨ There’s something so grounding about being in the forest with friends who share your passions for food . ✨🌲
(And yes, the boom mic means this moment was captured for something special coming soon! 🎥)
Foraging with Ruthie always feels like an adventure—like two kids on a treasure hunt, we wandered through her stunning property on Amherst Island, searching for hickory bark. 🍂 The quiet moments of discovery and the thrill of turning that bark into rich, homemade hickory syrup remind me why I love this so much.
There`s just something so cool about taking a piece of bark and turning it into something delicious.
This photos were shot by the talented franknad0 !!
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Here’s where it all begins!
We are taking this charming cottage and turning it into a one-of-a-kind custom home. Here’s a glimpse of the current home, followed by blueprints of what’s to come.
We’re keeping the character while adding fresh, custom features in a monochromatic colour palette that reflects the owners’s dream home, impeccable taste and style.
Excited to share this journey with you- stay tuned as this project unfolds.
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Historic Fowler House on Amherst Island is For Sale 🏡
Step into a world of timeless charm at the iconic Fowler House, one of the oldest homes on Amherst Island. Built in 1850 by the renowned artist Daniel Fowler, it is truly a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a piece of island history steeped in character and surrounded by natural beauty.
This home holds a special place in the heart of our team—Lorna fondly remembers attending the most magical Christmas parties here, and she still can`t believe this extraordinary property is on the market. Nestled on 12.9 acres of pristine land with 483 feet of waterfront, this historic gem perfectly blends history and modern comfort. The property features a cozy and inviting main house with four bedrooms, a bright artist’s studio, and a sturdy barn, making it the ideal retreat for anyone seeking peace and inspiration.
Whether you’re drawn to its rich history, breathtaking views, or the artistic energy flowing through its walls, the Fowler House is a treasure waiting for the right owner to continue its story.
✨ If you’ve ever dreamed of owning a historic home with modern updates, now’s your chance to live on beautiful Amherst Island!
Don`t miss your opportunity to experience true island living in a home that offers tranquillity and adventure.
Got questions? Contact us at 📞 (343) 989-1550 or (613) 389-1005
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A group of keen participants joined Scott s.a.ystone
and myself to tackle this drystonecanada historic wall restoration and came out of the workshop with an appreciation of the craft and a buzz to learn more!
I hope to see you all again next year on this serene island full of cool dry stone walls!
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Hoof Tracks
Our Kayleigh provides a wide range of agriculture services focused on but not limited to sheep.
A few years ago, Topsy cofounder Ian was standing beside Kay in the shearing barn:
"There`s no way you could do that job" says Ian "it`s way too difficult."
At Ian`s end of life ceremony, Kay said "he knew exactly what to say to motivate me to try."
Shearing is one of the services Kay`s business hoof.tracks now offers.
Please send Kay a message if you have obstinate ovines needing expert attention.
Kayleigh says that: "lambing season is unlike anything I’d ever experienced prior to life on the farm.
It is a season of intense emotions; happiness, sadness, despair, anticipation, and pride are sometimes all felt in the span of a few minutes."
Lambing requires vigilant shepherds: "identify potential problems and address them in time to save the lives of animals we care about."
Vigilance can be exhausting.
Kay has learned that: "in all the intensity and urgency of life on the farm, it is a real comfort to have such an incredible partner. Kyle and I make a good team."
Topsy has not done a good job in capturing the work of the shepherd team.
So much of what they do goes undocumented and unacknowledged.
To solve this shortfall in storytelling, we`ve reached out to the stlawrencecollege marketing department to see if one or more students would like to do a placement here with the specific goal of shadowing the shepherds.
There are so many stories that we would love to tell you - dog rescues, emergency surgeries, nursing a lamb back to health only to have it killed by a predator.
Everyday there is life and death drama.
Topsy Farms is making a commitment to do a better job sharing those tales.
Thank you for being part of this journey.
Thank you for choosing Canadian wool.
Thank you for helping us to keep the farmland as a farm.
📷 theprimonemo
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