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Arts, Heritage and Environment
Built in 1881, the Alton Mill is nestled on the banks of Shaw’s Creek in the Village of Alton, Town of Caledon. The Alton Mill is in the process of being converted into a regional arts and heritage centre which will become the centre piece of this quaint village. The Alton Mill was originally a woollen mill and until 1982 was used for the manufacture of rubber products. It is located just downstream from the famous Millcroft Inn. Situated beside the creek and overlooking a three acre millpond with the surrounding Caledon Hills, the mill is an idyllic setting for artists and visitors alike.
The renovation of this significant heritage property will result in the creation of a mix of art studios, workshops, offices for creative professionals, heritage exhibits, special event space and a restaurant overlooking the millpond. The millpond will undergo an environmental rehabilitation to create a healthy ecosystem for fish and plants and a public park including trails and an interpretative boardwalk.
Phase 1 of the mill renovations are complete and seven professional artists and crafts people have taken studio space. The completion of the project is expected to occur over over the next two years.
Alton is twenty minutes north of Brampton and five minutes south of Orangeville on Regional Rd. 136.
For leasing and investment enquiries contact: Jeremy Grant, Planning and Development Manager Tel: (519) 766-1440 Fax: (519) 766-9281 e-mail: macgrant@sympatico.ca
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