The turnout was fantastic on January 20 & 21, 2018, for our two-day festival celebrating Canadian outdoor winter traditions including the Millpond Hockey Classic, the fine arts, and local food and drink! Find out more about it and mark your calendars for next year.
Returning for the 9th year to the Alton Millpond, local hockey players of all ages and abilities take to the ice to raise funds for the Millpond Rehabilitation Project.
The Alton Mill offers a refreshing alternative experience to the usual frenzy of mall shopping. Our galleries, shops and studios offer a huge array of hand-crafted unique items suitable for meaningful gifts, all in a serene and beautiful environment. Connect with the makers, hear their stories and reward yourself with a memorable day out.
Sunday, December 3, 2017, Andrew Welch presents a magical reading of Dickens' classic Christmas tale, with music by Elswyth Fryer.
Visit Rare Threads a new fibre design and fashion market at the Alton Mill, featuring Canadian-designed goods, with a complement of fair-trade items.
Debra Norton takes readers through the arts rich villages along the Credit River, including a visit to the Alton Mill.
Delicious flavours and fall-themed arts experiences on offer at the Mill for the 2017 Headwaters Taste of the Harvest.
An exciting collection of prints from Headwaters Arts member Tony Marinus Vander Voet, at the Mill until November 5.
The whimsical and innovative stylings of Noodle Gallery - furnishings, fine art and artisanal creations - find a new and expanded space on the main floor of the Alton Mill, opening October 14th!
Invitation for Vendor Applications for the a Wearable/Fibre Art Shop opening on the main floor of the historic Alton Mill from November through Christmas 2017.
Jeremy Grant was recently the recipient of a Canada 150 medallion, presented by Dufferin-Caledon Member of Parliament David Tilson, for his work with both the Alton Mill and the millpond rehabilitation project.
A beautiful wedding complete with pond hockey and beaver tails! See stunning pictures and read more about this fun & whimsical Canadian affair.
The Orangeville Banner spoke to Larry Kurtz about his upcoming show at the Alton Mill, Sept 29th at 8pmfor the Headwaters Arts Festival, featuring The Lawbreakers.
Enjoy specialty soup in a handmade bowl of your choosing... and keep the bowl! The 8th annual fundraiser for local food banks.
Discover vibrant fall colours and displays of artistic excellence at the Alton Mill this September & October during this highly respected annual Arts Festival. See the Juried Show & Sale, hear stellar Blues musicians live, and choose from a variety of activities around the Mill.
Janet Simmons Sweet debuts her 2017 CollectionExposéin Studio 204 September 17th, with an intimate look at the stories etched across the surface of trees.
Bring your treasure map and tri-village passport to discover hidden gems in Alton, Belfountain & Erin. Enter to win one of three $100 prizes. For a limited time only!
Conveying the sensations of movement and energy, the evocative works ofJohn Geezain the Headwaters Arts Gallery.
Strengthen your skills or try something new; be inspired by bold autumn colours in the picturesque Village of Alton! Sign up for one session, or a series of classes, offered by expert artists at the Mill.
Join Headwaters Arts Gallery from July 12 - August 7for their eclectic show of over 100 – 12″ x 12″ original, 2 and3-Dimensional works of art byHeadwaters Arts members!
To Do Canada's suggestions for adventure and day outings in the GTA includes the Alton Mill at number three on the list.
With the sun shining, birds chirping and rain bringing new life - what better time to allow your creativity to blossom!? Sign up for oneor a series of classes & workshops offered by many Alton Mill artists in a variety of media.
Everyone at the Alton Mill would like to thank our visitors and sponsors for a great festival!
Join us on July 22nd for the Alton Mill Arts Centre'sWine & Food Festival! Featuring 25 Alton Mill artists, regional chefs, wine, beer, cider & spirit companies enjoy a dynamic culinary and art tourism experience.
Experience great artwork, our highly anticipated Paint Off and participate in fun, creative art classes & demos at the Alton Mill Wine & Food Festival!
One of the most respectedart showsin Ontario will open its doors from Friday September 15th to Sunday October 1st, 2017. The Juried Arts Show & Salewill feature 2 and 3 dimensional works from artists across Ontario.
CelebrateCanada DaywithHeadwaters Arts! On July 1, visit theHeadwaters Arts Gallerybetween 1 – 4 pm for some birthday treats and then spend the evening withRyan Masters,Falcon JaneandThe Justin MacDonald Band!A fundraiser forHeadwaters Arts. Door opens at 6:30 pm.
Ready, set,paint! Please join us for this year’sPaint Off!at theWine & Food Festivalon Saturday, July 22. Each artistcan use the medium of their choice to create an artwork on the theme of food and drink. Working within a one-hour timeframe, they will create one-of-a-kind pieces that visitors can bid on andtake home that day!
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Headwaters Arts Gallerypresents their new show,O Canada,celebrating Canada’s 150 Birthday!This exhibitionwill showcase Canadian themed two & three dimensional works in various medias. Taking place fromJune 7 - July 9.
Fabulous oil painter, teacher and Mill artistBrenda Loschiavowill have her paintings on display at theFalls Galleryfrom May 10 - June 4.
Get movin’ & groovin’ with this brilliant musical act taking place during ourannual spring open houseweekend, Get Your Celtic On!
TheAlton Mill invites you to our annualSpring Open House with a twist - 'Get Your Celtic On!' April 29 & 30th. Experience fantastic art, Celtic music and dance, an exciting jewelry line launch, Andy Goldsworthy environmental art videos and dry-stone-wall demos. Particpate in hands-on workshops for adults and kids and enjoy scrumptious food from Gourmandissimo café. Ring in th...
The Falls Galleryis excited to welcome back theMayfield Secondary Schoolgrade 9 students with their new exhibition,The Birds Are Back In Town!On display until May 7th.
Headwaters Artspresents "Grounded" the works of talented artistsSonja Mortimer&Ann Randeraad. From May 3 - June 4, experience natures' resilience reflected...reminding the viewer of all the quiet beauty available to us, if only we are still enough to hear and see it.
Gallery Gemma Jewelleryinvites you to attend a special evening event "The Gem Roundtable" a coloured gemstone presentation & sales night withLisa Elser! Taking place on Saturday May 27 from 7-9pm, enjoy Gemma's freedinner party with a twist!After the wine is poured,hors d'oeuvres enjoyed -out comes the main course,a truly delicious selection ofcoloured gemstones.Call or em...
The Falls Galleryis excited to present the works of Mill artist,Julia Vandepolder! Her exhibition,New Paintings From 2016-17, will be on display fromMarch 29 through April 23, 2017.
Roads, maps, and a surprise around every bend! For a landscape painter such asBonnie Eskelson, road trips (plane trips, train trips…) are addictive! See her wonderful works on display at theHeadwaters Arts Galleryfrom Mar. 29 - April 30.
The Falls GallerypresentsAlternate Viewsthe dynamic works of Mill artist,Joanne Lomasin an exhibition that plays with landscape and the landscape transformed! This exhibition will be on display from March 8 to March 26. Opening reception takes place March 12, 2:00 to 4:00 pm.
The Mill would like to give a warm welcome to two new tenants - artist Linda Augustin and Brenda Loschiavo!
Everyone at the Alton Mill can't wait to meet those closest to you onFamily Day, Feb 20th!
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Join 14 Headwaters Arts members as they share their artistic passion. This fabulous show will be on display at theHeadwaters Arts Galleryfrom Feb. 15th - Mar. 26th with an opening reception on Feb. 18th 1pm - 4pm.
With all its beautiful history, art and ambiance the Alton Mill is the perfect place to visit with your loved ones this Valentine's season! Enjoy great food at the Gournamdissimo cafe, shop for one-of-a-kind items in our galleries and explore the grounds by taking a walk by the Shaw's Creek.
The Falls GallerypresentsThe Last Picture Showfeaturing artistWendy&RandyMcLeod. Visit the gallery from Feb. 14th - Mar. 5th to see their amazing paintings on wood and wood fine art pieces!
Rediscover Canadian winter traditions at the 8th annual Fire & Ice festival on January 21st & 22nd at theAlton Mill Arts Centre. The stage is set for one of our most popular events of the year, with loads of activities both indoors and out!
The Falls Gallerypresents the wonderful paintings of talented Mill artist,Janet Simmons Sweet! Taking place from Jan. 25th - Feb. 13th,White Magicis a collection of Janet's favourite paintings from this "magical" time of the year.
The Noodle Gallery's atmosphere will be switching gears from the whimsy and wonder of the holiday market to the dark and mesmerizing in their show entitled 'Sense of Chaos'. Featuring the beautiful photographs ofD. Bernard Henry and the 'organic and morphing' drawing designs ofChris Evittson pottery.
Upstairs on the second floor of the Mill, step into the imagination of our artists! Choose from a variety of interactive workshops and demos taking place over our Fire & Ice weekend.
Join us for a well-loved, fun-filled winter tradition: outdoor hockey on the millpond!Taking place during the Fire & Ice Festival, the 8th annualAlton Millpond Hockey Classicfeatures men's, women's and kids' games. Catch the action outside or from the warmth of the beautiful Paul Morin Gallery overlooking the millpond.
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