Alton Mill Arts Centre
Alton Mill Arts Centre
4.4
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
About
Home to some 25 studio artists, galleries, a heritage museum, café and unique shops, The Alton Mill has been called "a jewel in the crown of the GTA art scene." With monthly gallery shows, a range of events and hands on workshops the Mill is has become a Southern Ontario destination that's not to be missed. The historic Alton Mill is in the village of Alton, in the rolling hills of Caledon, Ontario, just fifty minutes northwest of downtown Toronto. Come experience the Alton Mill Arts Centre and be inspired.
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Peter G
Victoria, Canada18 contributions
Aug 2024 • Friends
All our wants were fully accommodated at the Alton Mill. Staff were wonderful and full of ideas to enhance our guests time here. Couldn’t ask for anything more.
The setting for our gathering, The Annex is a beautiful open air structure with a unique look and feel. Our guests all commented on how cool this place is. Touring through the arts centre provided an extra layer of activities for our adult guests while there were fun lawn games offers for children.
The setting for our gathering, The Annex is a beautiful open air structure with a unique look and feel. Our guests all commented on how cool this place is. Touring through the arts centre provided an extra layer of activities for our adult guests while there were fun lawn games offers for children.
Written August 4, 2024
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Allen
Toronto, Canada89 contributions
Mar 2024 • Couples
A very nice collaborative arts building where multiple artists have set up their studios, allowing for a nice mix of both gallery and creative spaces. The artists themselves are also very welcoming, and we felt they were just happy to discuss and explain their artwork rather than a sales pitch. There was also an informative display about the mill's history, which we found very interesting and added to the experience. A must visit spot for anyone passing through Alton or staying at Millcroft Inn and Spa.
Written March 14, 2024
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Alison S
1 contribution
Oct 2024 • Family
My daughter's wedding on October 4th was just wonderful. The staff were amazing, especially Samantha who was on top of every detail and had an answer for every question. All guests commented on the natural beauty of the place and the beautiful, rustic setting of the annex for dinner. I would highly recommend this space for any event or gathering, it is really special!
Written October 13, 2024
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Richard F
Brampton, Canada311 contributions
Oct 2020
An opportunity to see and buy local art from the local artists. Paint, ceramics, woodworking are all on display at this restored mill, in beautiful Alton. You can meet and talk with many of the artists while they work.
Written October 28, 2020
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Jennifer J
4 contributions
Jan 2015
We had our wedding planned here for 6 months ! And because of the lack of professionalism and follow up - the events cooredenator dropped the ball - we sent out all our invitataions and set up all plans around this venue only to be told we did not sign a contract and they will not honor our emails . What i think of this place is - a huge dissapointment ! Dont deal with Linda if you want something done right ! Pissed off bride to be!
Written January 10, 2015
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It is our practice to hold a date for a week or so after issuing a quote, to enable people to firm up their plans. But to hold the date beyond that, a client must confirm that they wish to proceed, sign a contract and submit a deposit. When we didn't hear back, we assumed Jennifer was no longer interested. We do apologize for just assuming and not following up ourselves. As a result of this experience, we tightened up our communication procedures. We have never had such a problem before or since.
Written April 2, 2018
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dagsix
Bolton, Canada11 contributions
Nov 2014 • Couples
It's an amazing location. Rustic. Artistic. Wood. Stone. We liked it so much we got married here. A decision we have never regretted.
Written December 2, 2014
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travellinglandscaper
Milton, Canada297 contributions
Alton is a beautiful small town nestled in nature. The Mill has been brilliantly restored, giving an old building a new purpose in life.The amazing variety of art and working studios should mean that everyone will be pleased, no matter how varied their tastes.
I recently attended a wedding here and it was such a beautiful setting. You could stroll the gallery or the surrounding natural area or just enjoy the wedding itself and reception. It was the only wedding ever been to where they had a fire pit :-)
There's a nearby restaurant and it's only about a minute from the Millcroft Inn. It's a great getaway!
I recently attended a wedding here and it was such a beautiful setting. You could stroll the gallery or the surrounding natural area or just enjoy the wedding itself and reception. It was the only wedding ever been to where they had a fire pit :-)
There's a nearby restaurant and it's only about a minute from the Millcroft Inn. It's a great getaway!
Written October 6, 2014
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Diana G
Barrie, Canada5 contributions
This gallery is a magical place where everyone can find something to do. There were three stories of the gallery. The basement is where old machinery was left behind, parts that's made the Mill operate as well as tools that made clothing dated back to 1800's those tools that used fleece and wool to make clothing. The ground floor has paintings and drawings, upstairs too, you can also find hand made jewelery, sculptures and photography arts.
The greatest treasures are behind the mill. They are outdoor sculptures and hidden masks in the middle of the streams, so be sure to keep your eye out for them.
Have your camera ready.
The greatest treasures are behind the mill. They are outdoor sculptures and hidden masks in the middle of the streams, so be sure to keep your eye out for them.
Have your camera ready.
Written August 18, 2014
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Deborah K
Toronto, Canada180 contributions
Jul 2014 • Couples
I see signs for the Alton Mills Art Centre but never thought much of it until I had some time to visit it and see what it was about. I wanted to see it before I made an effort to bring others out that way, from the city. What a wonderful surprise it was! The location is just picturesque, peaceful and magical place, hidden away from the main street of Alton. I have seen it on a normal weekend day and when they held their Cuisine-Art festival (festival costs money to eat/drink but not to browse--but you'll want to eat/drink!. The galleries etc all don't charge patrons). On both occasions, I had the opportunity to see a different light of the location. To think that the developers originally were considering to make it a condo is just mind-blowing because this is so much better.
If you like nature and/or art or even just looking for a nice quiet place to get away from the city, this is it. You can go and speak to the artists in their studios or you can sit and get something to eat in the cafe. You never feel pressured to buy anything or rushed through the studios/galleries. In addition, the Bruce Trail is just a stone's throw away so if you wanted, you could head out that way for a brief hike as well, or come on horseback. To visit the galleries, you might spend a couple hours but if you wanted to go hiking too, I'd book in more.
I would highly suggest anyone from the city, looking for a nice day trip, to go. And, if you're vacationing from further away or for longer, it's worth visiting because you can certainly go for as long as you want and several times for you'll find something interesting. I would also consider the venue for an event since it's well put together for something like that.
If you like nature and/or art or even just looking for a nice quiet place to get away from the city, this is it. You can go and speak to the artists in their studios or you can sit and get something to eat in the cafe. You never feel pressured to buy anything or rushed through the studios/galleries. In addition, the Bruce Trail is just a stone's throw away so if you wanted, you could head out that way for a brief hike as well, or come on horseback. To visit the galleries, you might spend a couple hours but if you wanted to go hiking too, I'd book in more.
I would highly suggest anyone from the city, looking for a nice day trip, to go. And, if you're vacationing from further away or for longer, it's worth visiting because you can certainly go for as long as you want and several times for you'll find something interesting. I would also consider the venue for an event since it's well put together for something like that.
Written July 14, 2014
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wally434
Niagara-on-the-Lake, Canada328 contributions
Jun 2022
Surprisingly large collection of artwork and crafts located in an old mill. There are some art studios and classes as well.
Written June 29, 2022
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