ALTON MILL ART CENTRE
Located in Alton village, just under an hour from downtown Toronto, Alton Mill Arts Centre is a historic stone mill dating back to the 1880s that has been lovingly restored as a thriving arts hub and wedding venue. Set along a millpond waterfall and lush gardens, it offers couples a uniquely artistic and heritage-rich setting for intimate to mid-sized celebrations—supporting the arts at every event.
Capacity & Layout
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Seated/Event Capacity: The venue accommodates up to 140 guests for seated or cocktail-style events—the Annex Courtyard can host up to 160 seated or 300 standing guests outdoors.
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Primary Indoor Spaces:
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Millrace Room: ~1,495 ft² with stone walls and wood beams—fit for up to 80 seated (round tables) or up to 120 cocktail-style guests.
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Waterfall Courtyard & Annex Courtyard: Outdoor ceremony and dining spaces surrounded by stone walls, seating up to 125–160.
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Pond Gallery: Scenic vaulted gallery (~1,025 ft²), used for ceremony backup or receptions.
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Additional Spaces:
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Riverside Room: ~450 ft² for breakout meetings or small gatherings (up to 30 guests).
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Art Galleries (Turbine, Headwaters): Open to guests during cocktail reception or standalone events.
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Venue Features
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Elegant stone architecture, exposed timber, historic turbine machinery, and artistic gallery spaces offer an arts-infused backdrop.
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Waterfall Courtyard features restored stone walls built adjacent to the millpond waterfall—ideal for ceremonies or receptions with dramatic ambience.
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All event packages include tables, chairs, and exclusive use of ceremony & event spaces, plus access to the grounds and onsite photography opportunities.
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available; choosing outside incur a site fee). No in-house catering or bar provided but wine license permitted.
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Venue supplies AV equipment, permit support, coordination (optional), Wi‑Fi, and accessible facilities with onsite parking (~65 spaces).
Why Couples Love It
With scenic river views, historic stone architecture, and gardens that feel as curated as the art on the walls, Alton Mill is ideal for couples seeking artful, intimate celebrations rooted in beauty and character. Guests often praise exclusive access to multiple interconnected rooms, flexible BYO catering options, and the venue’s arts-driven atmosphere. The seamless flow—from an outdoor ceremony, through gallery spaces, to dinner under historic beams—creates a day that’s as unique as it is memorable.
