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The former Town of Picton is the largest community in historic Prince Edward County, and has long been known for its heritage, its charm, its architecturally-significant old buildings, and its friendly small-town atmosphere.

Named for General Sir Thomas Picton, Wellington's second-in-command at the Battle of Waterloo, the Town of Picton has a profound and rich history.

It was here that Sir John A. MacDonald managed a law office for his cousin, Lowther P. MacPherson.

On Picton's bustling Main Street, specialty shops of all kinds provide a wide variety of items to tempt the shopper. Picton offers excellent shopping facilities, live theatre, fine heritage homes and public buildings, a beautiful harbour with a full service marina as well as six municipal parks including the stunning Macaulay Heritage Park.

With more than 35 annual culinary, arts, and cultural events in the region, no two visits to picturesque Picton will ever be the same.