News: 2018

Christmas Markets

Find the perfect gift for that special person on your list! Give creatively, shop local.

Preserving Heritage, Art, and Family Ties

The Town of Caledon interviewed Mill co-founders Jordan and Jeremy Grant about their work preserving the Alton Mill, read more in their own words here!

10th Annual Fire & Ice Festival

The Alton Mill Arts Centre's all-ages community festival celebrating outdoor winter fun returns! Highlights include an after-dusk fire sculpture on Saturday, millpond skating and curling, maple syrup and other tasty treats, a super snow slide, bonfires, indoor storytelling and indoor art activities ... and so much more!

Holiday Open House

Don't miss this annual Mill tradition, including the return of the beloved family Christmas portrait with a twist, Photos with the Grinch. Celebrate the holiday season with a trip to the country for small-town charm and handcrafted gifts, made locally.

Empty Bowls

Buy a delicious soup in a hand-made bowl, keep the bowl as a gentle reminder that not everyone has a full bowl every day. 100% of the proceeds donated to local food banks.

John Adams: Interpretive Landscapes

Headwaters Arts presents a breathtaking collection of landscapes by one of their most popular artists, John Adams.

Outdoor Sculpture Garden

Discover an amazing collection of outdoor artwork on the ground of the Mill. Click through to find out more, and see an interactive map of the sculptures!

Headwaters Arts Fall Event

A spectacular showcase of arts and culture from across the province, set amongst the vibrant fall colours of rural Ontario. This year featuring the Annual Juried Show & Sale, The Big Blues Party II, and Monday Night at the Movies.

Gallery Gemma: Alex Sepkus New York Spectacular

Alex Sepkus is a master of design, and a true original in today's world. This one of a kind New York designer is first and foremost a craftsman with a rare ability to create spectacular beauty with every piece. You will love his finely carved masterpieces that have helped to define what true creativity and originality are all about!

Belfountain Music Festival: Stephanie Tulloch & James Turner

Vocalist, guitarist and songwriter Stephanie Tulloch will be joined by Guitarist, Singer and Multi-Instrumentalist James Turner for a relaxing and fun mix of original music, covers and standards in the Pond Gallery!

Noodle Gallery: Inner Worlds and Ethereal Souls

An exhibition in the Noodle Gallery featuring the striking and exploratory work of two internationally recognized and award-winning photographers, Patty Maher and Robin Macmillan.

Wine and Food Festival 2018

Discover your senses at the Mill's most anticipated summer event! Live entertainment, art exhibitions and open studios, and culinary delights from the Headwaters region!

New Photo Transfer Workshop

Turn your favourite photographs into treasured pieces of art in this brand new 3 hour workshop with Mill studio artist Joanne Lomas.

July 7th is Historic Places Day!

On July 7, thousands of Canadians will join the national celebration during the National Trust's 2nd annual Canada Historic Places Day by visiting historic places around the country. Stop by the Alton Mill and enter the National Trust's selfie contestfor a chance to win $1,000!

Adieu With Hue

Julia Gilmore's Farewell Canadian Solo Exhibition before relocating her Studio to the White Mountains of New Hampshire!

Headwaters Arts Gallery: True North

A members' exhibit showcasing the spectacular curiosities & beautiful wonder of Canada, with works by local artists. Stop by the Headwaters Gallery through early July to enjoy this creative Canada Day outing!

Ann Randeraad, Kaleidoscopic Journey

A solo show of incredible scope and creative depth by the Mill's own studio artist Ann Randeraad, ceramic and wood-fired pieces, presented by the Headwaters Arts Gallery.

Below the Surface

Now in the Noodle Gallery works by Laura Culic, Sandy Middleton, and Ann Shier in encaustic, cold wax and oil.

Get your Celtic On!

Celebrate Spring onMay 5th & 6th with our annual Celtic-themed Open House. Live performances by Rhythmfoot featuring the Leahy Family, NUA, highland dancers, one of a kind artwork, local craft beers and cider... don't miss it!

The Maze Project & A Distant Memory 2

Exclusively at the Alton Mill Arts Centre from May through October, two enchanting outdoor works by sculptural artist Fiona Legg that invite thoughtful participation from the viewer.

Headwaters Arts Gallery: Perspectives

Works by regional artists representing the changing seasons, points of view, and shifting landscapes.

Headwaters Taste of Maple

Headwaters Region's A Taste of Maple comes to the Alton Mill with a fantastic menu on offer from Gourmandissimo Café.

Alton Millpond Ice Rink is now Closed

The Alton Millpond ice rink is open to the public when the ice conditions are safe. THE RINK IS NOW CLOSED. Other than during the Alton Millpond Hockey Classic and Fire and Ice Festival weekend (Jan 20 & 21, 2018), we do not maintain the ice. Shovels are on hand, and we ask you to respect the Canadian tradition of outdoor rinks by kindly clearing the ice when you come to use it...

"Play Up" in the Noodle Gallery

A humorous and whimsical exhibition featuring the works of six imaginative artists. Artist Reception Sunday, March 4th from 1-4pm.

Heritage Days

Visit the Mill on Sunday, February 18 & Monday, February 19 for a collaborative event with Heritage Caledon. Take a tour of the historic Alton Mill, discover the 150 for 150 Project, and enjoy a very special Heritage Menu from Gourmandissimo!

Constructing the Universe - The Art of Sacred Geometry

Upcoming in the Falls Gallery: an exhibition of illustrations by Caledon East Public School students, Grades 6, 7 and 8, resulting from the discovery and application of repeating patterns with Mill Artist CJ Shelton.