Winnipeg - Grant's Old Mill

The watermill known as Grant's Old Mil occupies the site of the Red River Settlement's first mill built in 1829.

It was established by Cuthbert Grant who was the leader of the Metis at the Battle of Seven Oaks. Grant's Old Mill is on a tributary of the Assiniboine River and is the final incarnation of multiple previous mills that were washed away by frequent floods.

The mill is open to the public and provides a glimpse of a real working water powered mill. Samples of stone ground wheat can be tasted. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable and the area surrounding Grant's Old Mill is perfect for picnics or just laying out in the sun. Located directly behind Grant's Old Mill is the Grace Hospital.