The building housing the Bracebridge Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Information Centre has been closed to the public until current repairs are completed.
The Town gave notice of the closure today.
The Town has awarded a contract to Adem’s Restoration for the completion of an exterior renovation of the Bird Mill Mews facility which is located at 3 Ecclestone Drive.
Bird Mill Mews was an integral part of the Bird Woollen Mills, established by Henry J. Bird in 1872, to store raw wool and manufacture woollen products.
By the 1940’s, the building was closed and remained virtually untouched until 1993, when it was completely renovated by the Town.
Bird Mill Mews now houses the Bracebridge Chamber of Commerce offices, Club One Night Club, Riverwalk Restaurant and Visitor Information Centre.
The $349,000 exterior renovation project includes the following:
• Repair and painting of the stucco walls and rehabilitation of the cupola;
• Replacement of the decks and railings on the stairs and balconies;
• Re-caulking and painting of door and window frames;
• Replacement of the eaves troughs and downspouts; and
• Capping of the wood fascia boards with pre-finished sheet metal.
Construction began on April 1st and is scheduled to be completed in September 2021.
Due to safety concerns, the facility is closed to the public during the renovation work.
Pedestrians using the path that passes through the site are asked to follow the detour shown on the map which can be seen by clicking here.
The Town reports it is committed to maintaining a safe and orderly work site.
While dust, noise and heavy equipment are intrusive, they are common elements of building renovations.
The Town will attempt to minimize inconvenience and appreciates the public’s patience while it works to upgrade the infrastructure.
The Town apologizes for the inconvenience and thanks the public for its cooperation.
Exterior Renovation at Bird Mill Mews – https://t.co/Cce8IAHCT2 pic.twitter.com/Cj4aoao4h4
— Town of Bracebridge (@townbracebridge) April 7, 2021
