William Algie
William Algie was far more than just the founder of what was once a woolen mill. Read about his greater impact on the Alton community in the most recent issue of In the Hills.
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Inspiration. Art. Nature.
Some 25 studio artists, art galleries, a heritage museum, cafe and unique shops call this national-award-winning heritage building "home".
Perched on the bank of Shaw’s Creek, the Mill's industrial-chic ambiance is the perfect setting to host parties or corporate events and a particularly special venue for your wedding.
The Alton Mill is 100% open and welcoming visitors. Face masks recommended indoors
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Help create a rich tapestry of Art and Music. Headwaters Arts has put out an Open Call inviting artists to create their own masterpiece on a provided 6x8" canvas expressing/depicting how music inspires you. There is no entry fee, and artists must register by May 11, 2024. More info is available on Headwaters Arts' website.
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Enjoy the beautiful privately owned grounds of Alton Mill, even when we're closed. Our updated outdoor sculpture garden map let's you lead your own way around the Mill property to discover our 19 works by several talented artists ! You can download our new map as an image here, or find out more about it in our directory.
Explore their fabulous work in person.
Discover ever-changing exhibitions in our galleries: exquisite & original.
Artist-led workshops in painting, encaustic, drawing, and more!
Shop for one-of-a kind jewellery, clothing & gifts. Indulge at our café.
Our versatile heritage venue makes a lasting impression.
Learn about the rich history of the Alton Mill in our Heritage Museum.
With dozens of artists, artisans, shops, galleries, a heritage museum exhibit, and naturally stunning grounds, there's no wrong way to experience the Alton Mill!
Alton is on in the north-west corner of the GTA, so it's easy to get to: 40 minutes from the Toronto Airport, an hour from downtown.
The Alton Mill currently has a cafe on-site. Keep posted for our upcoming farm-to-table restaurant! There are several other delicious restaurants in the area: Ray's Bakery, the Millcroft Inn, and the Gather Cafe are all within easy walking distance.
Alton is home to the famous Millcroft inn, which is connected to the Alton Mill property via a forested walking trail. Nearby are also a Best Western in Orangeville and the Mount Alverno Resort There are many more options in Brampton (20 minutes away), and the vicinity of the Toronto airport.
You can easily spend a full afternoon exploring the mill, chatting with the artists, learning about the history, and walking around the grounds, including several forested walking trails. For a quick visit, we suggest a minimum of two hours to get through the building and check out the scenic millpond.
Take a look at the full list of resident artists, artisans, shops, services, and galleries
Meet the Artists & Artisans who make the magic happen
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