Conservation / Preservation:

Architecture

Four original, in situ buildings remain on the grounds. These consist of two historic homes, the former paper mill and the remains of the brewery complex. The Cottage has been restored to the 1940s reflecting life on the home front in East York while Helliwell House has been restored to reflect workers’ lives in the late 1890s. The paper mill has been restored to a fully-accessible theatre and gallery now known as the Papermill Theatre and Gallery.

Artefacts

The Museum’s collection consists primarily of artifacts related to the time periods to which the two historic houses have been restored.

Archives

Archival materials related to Todmorden Mills and East York are housed at the Toronto Reference Library, City of Toronto Archives, and Archives of Ontario.

Environment / Nature

The site contains a 9.2 hectare wildflower preserve that is being re-naturalized to pre-European contact.

Public Programming:

Exhibitions

The artifacts on display in the historic houses reflect the time periods to which the homes have been restored.

Education / Tours

Guided tours of the two historic houses and grounds are available year-round. Educational, curriculum-linked programs are available to school groups. Seasonal guided walks of the wildflower preserve are also provided.

Art Gallery

The Papermill Gallery regularly exhibits the works of local artists, community art groups and emerging artists.

Theatre

The Papermill Theatre offers performance space for theatre, community celebrations and corporate events.