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Moss Kent Dickinson is known as the founder of Manotick, an Ojibway word meaning Island in the River.

Following the opening of the grist mill in 1860, and as commercial activity increased at the mill site, the Village of Manotick developed.

Dickinson moved into the yellow Dickinson House in the 1870's in order to be closer to his business interests and raise his family. He operated a general store and post office out of his home, on the main floor. The first bank was erected across the street and today is known as the Ayers Building, which houses the Seniors Centre.

Manotick was never a bedroom community to Ottawa, like most of the neighbouring villages. It came to be because of the Mill and because of the Rideau River. Today, it is part of the greater City of Ottawa, although is still keeps a cachet that is unique to its community. Consequently, community members are quick to correct anyone that Manotick is still a Village!