What’s a better way to kick off the start of a new year (and marriage) then with a New Year’s Eve wedding? Sarah and Dan were joined by their loved ones for a magical NYE wedding at Mill.With the beautiful creative touches of Mill artistans Cedar & Stone and 1486 Photography, this wedding blog post is a must read!
The artists of the Alton Mill invite you to give the gift of art and hand-crafted items from our Christmas Markets. The studios and galleries have created and sourced a wide range of unique art objects, jewellery, textiles and other offerings. From the small and affordable to the wildly indulgent, shop local and find one-of-a-kind gifts for the special people in your life.
On Nov. 26th-27th the Alton Mill Arts Centre hosts a wonderful weekend of art exhibitions, open studios and workshops. Experience works of arts & crafts ranging from ceramics to wood, jewellery, textiles and paintings. Families can enjoy music, great food from our café, our painted Christmas tree forest, shop our Christmas markets & take photos with the Grinch.
Canadian Landscapes from near and afar!The Falls Gallerypresents paintings by local artist Roy Grandy.A love for the outdoors and an explorer’s spirit have inspired the works in this show. The exhibition will be on display from Wednesday, November 16th - Sunday, December11th, 2017.
Congratulations Mill artist, Ann Randeraad for receiving the Headwaters Tourism Partnership Award for Empty Bowls Alton!
Caledon Actor and Town Crier Andrew Welch presents a fabulous dramatic reading of Dickens'A Christmas Carol, on December 18th, 1:30pm. His celebrated performance of this timeless classic is 1½ hours of suspense, Christmas magic, extraordinary characters, and captivating energy!
Headwaters Arts Gallerypresents the quiet elegance of Peter Dusek’s international award-winning Zen-inspired photography. This highly anticipated exhibition, Tranquility, takes place from October 12th - November 13th with an opening reception on Saturday, Oct. 15th from 1-4pm.
The Falls Gallery presents the beautiful works of theSilk Painters of Ontario!The collective is comprised of a group of individuals from all over ontario meet twice a year to paint dye on silk. Their stunning show will be on display from Nov 3rd - 13th with an opening reception on Nov. 5th at 12-3pm.
Copper Fox Design hosts a Holiday Pop Up Shop at the Alton Mill Arts Centre featuring local talented artists to make holiday shopping easy! Taking place in the Made of Wood Gallery, this show is on display until Dec. 31.
The Mill is excited to present some amazingly talented musicians this holiday season! Ranging from folk to classic and traditional - there is something for everyone to enjoy. Performances will take place throughout the Mill between 1pm - 4pm on select upcoming weekends.
TheNorth Brampton Watercolour Groupwill be exhibiting their fantastic work at theFalls Gallerythis season.The talented group of professional artists' work will be on display from October 19th - 30th.Opening reception: Saturday, Oct. 22 from 12pm-4pm.
The 7th annual Caledon-Orangville Empty Bowls fundriaser in aid of local food banks will take place at the Alton Mill Arts Centre on Sunday, October 16th! Enjoy specialty soup in a handmade bowl of your choosing and keep the bowl!
This year we are celebratingthe20th Anniversaryof theHeadwaters Arts Festival!The art show kicks off on Friday, September 16, 2016 with a Gala Celebration in the evening at the award-winning Alton Mill Arts Centre in Caledon, Ontario. This prestigious juried show will run over 3 weeks and 4 weekends.
One of the most respected festivals in Ontario opens its doors once again as we celebrate our20thyear. The Festival features performances, book readings, workshops, open studio tours and other art events at multiple venues throughout theHeadwaters Region.
The Noodle Gallerykicks off the fresh Fall season with their brand new show,Transformation and Growth! Featuring the dynamic, colorful, abstract works of artists (and sisters!)Kate Taylor&Helen Utsal.
ChefPam Fanjoy, one of the chefs behind the Mill's new cafeThe Mill Run Eatery, hosts BATCH - cookbook signing and fun preserving demo! Taking place at the Alton Mill onSunday August 21st, from 2-4pm. Finger foods and cash bar available.
TheHeadwaters Arts Gallerypresents “The Best of SOVA” exhibition and sale featuring Southern Ontario Visual Artists such as Robert Chisholm, Lynden Cowan and Margaret Pardy - just to name a few! This show extends from Wednesday, August 17th to Sunday, September 11, with a Meet the Artist reception on Sunday, August 21st from 1 – 4pm.
Looking for a whimsical alternative to your traditional Christmas tree? Visit our 'Painted Christmas Tree Forest' on the second floor of the Mill to experience Christmas trees like you've never before! Take a look at all the different three dimensional Yuletideworks the Mill's artists have created - a perfect photo opportunity. Our painted trees will also be placed throughoutthe...
Toronto and international photographer, Samantha Clarke collaborated with some of the most amazing wedding artists in Toronto to create a fabulous shoot at the Alton Mill Arts Centre! Featured on ElegantWedding.ca, the Beyonce inspired shoot is meant toshowcase the power of women. Check out the full post with pictures here.
A fresh take on art awaits you! Jan. 11th – Feb. 12th, join theHeadwaters Arts Galleryas they welcome 18 of their newest members showcasing their artistic visions in the first show of 2017.
The Falls Gallery'supcoming show "A Retrospective" features the work of extremely talented, award winning artist,Dorothy Milne-Eplett. Her show runs fromJuly 27 - August 21. The artist's reception is onSunday July 30th, 1 - 4 p.m.
Making Shakespeare fun for everyone! Back by popular demand, Humber River Shakespeare presents “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” Thursday July 14!
Can you feel theheat?Headwatersis heating it up in this newest member show.'Some Like It Hot!' takes place from July 6th until August 14th, 2016. Opening receptionon Saturday, July 9th from 1–4pm!
The Falls Gallerypresents artistJamil Gabriel'ssolo show,Light and Beauty. His exhibition is the culmination of his paintings in Canada. Experience his beautiful works from June 28th – July 25th at the Alton Mill.
The Bartlett Gallery presents Vice Versa - the coming together of two artists, sharing their interpretation of the human expression, and lack thereof, within the urban, man-made systems. Using paintings and photography to tell a story, artists Delgado and Usquiano explore themes of subtle human expressions in our modern system.
Get your feet tapping, your fingers snapping and your hands clapping at the Alton Mill! Join host and award-winning songwriter Bruce Madole (Folk/Americana) for a musical afternoon of original songs, performed by the people who wrote them!
Headwaters Arts presents ‘Stoked’ by Ann Randeraad. "Stoked" is one artist's heightened journey through the clay process. Ann will be displaying stoneware, woodfired porcelain and raku at the Headwaters Art Gallery until July 3rd.
The Mill is excited to welcome our two new studio artists, Anne Saint- Amour & Kay MacGregor!
JoinGallery Gemmafor an introduction to Csarite Gems & Jewels. From Oct. 20th-22nd explore a wide selection of expertly cut gems and choose one to become a custom-designed piece of jewelry, or browse through a selection of finished jewels by famous designers!
Headwaters Arts FestivalpresentsAuthor's Night, a literary celebration! OnFriday, September 23rdmeet the authors behind your favourite books and find out what inspired them. Featured authors includePeter Behrens,Camilla Gibb,Guy Gavriel KayandNicola Ross.
FromMay 11th – June 5ththe Bartlett Gallery will have the wonderful works of theWhitestone Eleven Collectiveon display. Join the talented artists at theiropening reception on Saturday, May 14thfrom 2-4pm.
Congratulations to Mill artist, Steve Wilson on being invited to participate in the 8th Portakal Cicegi International Plastic Arts Colony taking place in Dogapark, Turkey this June!
Headwaters Artspresents their latest show, Transformations taking place from April 27th-May 29th!
Margaret Pardy's work is headed for Tucson, Arizona! Mill artist, Margaret S. Pardy, has been accepted into the International Society of Scratchboard Artists Juried Show for the 3rd time in a row. Congratulations!
Start your Valentine's date at the historic Alton Mill Arts Centre! You can enjoy a warm cup of hot chocolate, a romantic stroll around our sculpture garden and take a look at some great art in our rustic studios and galleries.
Experience an arts-rich weekend with a Canadian twist Jan 23 & 24th. Watch the Millpond Hockey Classic, or afterwards skate on the millpond yourself or try your hand at pond curling (check details for times). Open studios, ice sculpture, fire sculpture, outdoor raku firing, indoor art activities and workshops, music, ice slide and more! Cozy up by the fire with a BBQ sponsored by E...
A celebration of all things wood! The 15th annual Made of Wood Show takes place at the Alton Mill from April 16th - May 8th. The opening reception for the show is on Saturday April 16th 1-4pm.
Spring has sprung at the Alton Mill Arts Centre! Bring your friends & family together for the annual Spring Open House taking place Saturday April 30th– Sunday May 1stand enjoy everything the Mill has to offer. From great artwork by local artisans to an award winning theatrical performance,a variety of creative art classes and live music, this is one weekend you definitely want to mar...
Headwaters Art Gallery presents their first show of 2016, Small Wonders! Located on the main floor of the Alton Mill, this art exhibition is on from January 6th– February 14th.The show features two and three-dimensional works that are 12”x12” in size.
Dr. Jason Wilson is a two-time Juno Award nominee and Canadian Reggae Music Award winner. Known for incorporating jazz, Scottish and English folk influences atop a reggae foundation, Wilson is a multi-instrumentalist best known for his piano skills. In addition to amazing music, there will be delicious food offered by The Friendly Chef Adventures. This is one party you won't want to mis...
The Alton Mill presents Canadian theatre legend Nonnie Griffin in her one-woman show Marilyn - After. The play imagines Marilyn Monroe coming back to life 50 years after her death to tell us about her life, her loves and her untimely passing. This show is a fundraiser forKAMI for Haiti, a charity founded by Michele and Kathleen Jobin. KAMI is a group that produces stoves and jetropha oil in...
The Alton Mill is excited to introduce two new tenants who will have studio spaces on the top floor of the building. Welcome Alana of 1486 Photography and Debra of Debra Rowland Fine Art!
Open talk & book signing with author Dr. Lance Secretan takes place on May 26 at Caledon Country Club, 7pm. Learn how his latest book, A Love Story, has helped to shape his entirely new theory on leadership which is transforming organization to vibrant, inspiring institutions. Get your tickets now!
New faces, fresh ideas, and innovative art! Please join the Headwaters Arts Gallery from February 17th to March 20th as they welcome 17 of their newest members from 2015 in their group show, Launch.
With Spring just around the corner, inspiration is everywhere and the Alton Mill artists can barely wait to share their creativity with you! Take a look at the wide variety of interactive classes and workshops being offered and see which ones spark your interest. Sign up for one, two, three or more classes…there’s no limit to your imagination!
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