The
Tomahawk Lighthouse is the oldest landmark in Morson. It
was built in 1900 and operated until 1962, during the age of the
steamboat. Tours are available.
The Manitou Mounds Historical Centre is a national historical
park and interpretive centre highlighting First Nation's culture
and history. The centre is located near Emo, about an hour
away from our park.
In
June, the Ojibways of Onegaming - one of the Assabaska First Nations
- host their annual summer pow wow.
Be sure to visit Rainy River in July for Railroad Daze, a fun-filled
community celebration in this historical railroad town.
If you visit our park in the month of August, you can drive to
Emo for their Rainy River Valley Fair.
Or you can experience more Ojibway culture and hospitality at
either the Big Grassy First Nation‰s Annual Pow Wow, or the Big
Island First Nation‰s Annual Traditional Pow Wow, both held in
August.
Call the park office to receive information and phone numbers
regarding these and other events in the area.
