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Are you a resident of Whaley, Granby, or Olympia? Do you run a business located in the Mill District community? If so, or if you are just interested in the area, please make plans to attend the next Mill District Community Meeting. We want to connect with you! Let’s work together for the benefit of…

The Mill District is a hidden gem in Columbia, South Carolina. From its great location to eclectic events calendar and affordable housing, you can be sure that the Mill District is a great place to live and one of the best-kept secrets in the Columbia area.  Location The Mill District is one of the best…

Learn about and practice some great community gardening methods! Community gardens can be a great way to try out your green thumb if you don’t have gardening space where you live or if your yard isn’t optimal for planting.  Community gardens consist of plots of land, usually owned by the city,  that are tended to…

The Mill District is a melting pot of creativity, diversity, and innovation, and amongst its vibrant community of artists, one stands out with his unique craft. Meet Jason Jaco, the owner of TexasStreetWorks and a board member of the Philip Simmons Artist Blacksmith Guild. His work, a blend of traditional blacksmithing techniques and contemporary design,…

Did you know that the Mill District is a great place to engage with local Columbia artists? Hosting two art spaces at 701 Whaley and a community-wide Art Trail, the Mill District is one of the premier places to enjoy local art in the Columbia area.  February is bringing two great events to the Mill…