Preserving the Past, Reimagining the Future
Chronicle Mill, the newest addition to Belmont, is an adaptive re-use project by Armada Hoffler Properties. This distinctive space will bring additional retail, restaurant, residential, and coworking space to the heart of downtown. Founded in 1902 by textile pioneers R.L. Stowe, Sr., and Samuel Pinckney Stowe, Chronicle Mill was Belmont’s first textile mill, transforming it from a sleepy, rural town into a textile hub. It was named after Maj. William Chronicle, a Revolutionary War hero who lived nearby and was killed in the Battle of Kings Mountain, a turning point in the war. Initially powered by steam, Chronicle Mill eventually introduced electrical power to increase productivity and expanded the facility over the years. Most workers lived near the mill and their children attended Chronicle Mill School.
Located off Catawba Street just two blocks from Belmont’s bustling Main Street, Chronicle Mill will bring a unique residential and retail experience to complement the city’s small-town feel. Additionally, it provides easy access to I-85, Charlotte Douglas International Airport, Uptown Charlotte, and the U.S. National Whitewater Center. Armada Hoffler Properties, based in Virginia Beach, VA, is dedicated to preserving the past and reimagining the future with this restoration and development project. While conserving several elements like the structure, reclaimed wood, and doors, Chronicle Mill will have similar features to the building’s original architectural design. Construction commenced in 2021. Pre-leasing will begin in spring 2022 for apartments consisting of studio to two bedroom units. For more details on leasing and to sign up for updates, visit www.thechroniclemill.com.
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