1851 Millcreek Canada Directory
The Village, located 12 miles from Kingston along the post-road to Toronto in Ernesttown Township, has a population of approximately 250. The 1851 directory lists various local businesses and trades, including hotel keepers, blacksmiths, and general stores, with several notable establishments such as WRIGHT’s hotel and CLARK’s general store. Notable professions include cabinetmakers, tailors, and a grist mill operator, reflecting the village’s diverse economic activity during this period.