Todmorden Mills Heritage Site

About

Set in the scenic Don Valley, Todmorden Mills Heritage Site is a complex of historic buildings which were once part of the small industrial community of Todmorden.

Story

A historic treasure in the Don Valley, Todmorden Mills was once the centre of Toronto's early industry. Today the site is comprised of two historic homes, the Brewery building and the Papermill Theatre and Gallery. It also features a 9.2 hectare wildflower preserve with walking trails and numerous natural habitats, including upland and bottomland forests, dry and wet meadows, swamp lands and a pond.

City of Toronto Historic Sites work collectively as 10 historic museums including: Colborne Lodge, Fort York National Historic Site, Gibson House Museum, Mackenzie House, Montgomery's Inn, Scarborough Museum, Spadina Museum, Todmorden Mills Heritage Site, York Museum and Zion Schoolhouse.

These museums work within a values framework of service, stewardship and commitment and are operated by the City of Toronto. These institutions maintain a leadership role in inspiring passion and understanding for Toronto, a diverse and vibrant city. Each building located throughout Toronto tells a unique story in ways that engage citizens and tourists alike. The museum curators are experts in their field and are able to explain in creative ways through tours, events, classes, workshops, school programs, camps, birthday parties and more about Toronto evolution.

You're encouraged to visit any one of the museums listed, whether you have been a resident your whole life or are a tourist visiting Toronto for a short time. These museums have something to offer everyone.

Don just read about Toronto history - taste it, touch it, hear it and explore it.