Miller Tavern

[1] Originally called the York Mills Hotel and later named the Jolly Miller, the building dates from the 1850s.

[2] Early in the 19th century, a tavern keeper here named Vallière was offering food and shelter to soldiers returning from the battle area during the War of 1812.

The sign board depicting a 'jolly miller' was painted by noted Canadian artist Charles William Jefferys.

Constructed of red brick, laid in a common bond pattern, it measures 2½ storeys high and is based on a rectangular plan.

Elements such as the plinth, belt courses, quoins, jack arches and ornate pendant frieze (east elevation) are highlighted in buff-coloured brick.

Original interior elements of the building that also remain intact include mouldings, trims and doors located in the attic storey.

Illustration of the building, c. 1915
Looking south along Yonge Street toward the Jolly Miller, c. 1936
The Jolly Miller in 1945
The Miller Tavern in 2009