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Spend the day window shopping, find a hand-crafted item, or hunt for the perfect gift — Savage Mill’s shopping center offers stores to suit any need. Browse through upscale thrift and resale stores like Charity’s Closet, snag the ideal birthday present at jules + Kate, or pick out a unique piece of furniture from Antique Center.

Alumia Design Studio

Alumia Design Studio offers a diverse range of handmade, unique jewelry pieces, each meticulously crafted and accompanied by a meaning card that details the symbolism behind the design.

We specialize in making custom jewelry, allowing customers to add a personal touch with carved names or unique designs. Our services extend to gold plating, repair services, ring engravings, and more.

Additionally, Alumia hosts various workshops and lessons suited for individuals and groups, including Saw Your Own Pendant, Copper Wire Tree on Crystal, Learn Plier work - Beads and Findings Fiesta, and a whole catalog for learning different techniques in the metalwork world of jewelry making.

Our pieces are affordably priced to ensure everyone can find something special.

“In my studio, I create more than just jewelry; my goal is to blend spirit and matter, illuminating and empowering those who wear my pieces.” — Hila Pavlopulos Por, Artist and Owner of Alumia.

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Ancestors Bosom Herbal Apothecary

Ancestors Bosom Herbal Apothecary is a woman-owned, Black-owned herbal apothecary offering plant-based remedies rooted in ancestral wisdom and spiritual herbalism. Located in Savage Mill, the apothecary provides hand-blended loose-leaf teas, handcrafted herbal tinctures, oils, salves, and bulk dried herbs made in small batches with care and intention. Ancestors Bosom approaches wellness as a practice of remembrance—honoring the connection between spirit, mind, body, and lineage.

In addition to herbal products, the apothecary offers personalized consultations, custom herbal formulations, and spiritual and intuitive services rooted in ancestral reconnection. The space also hosts small workshops and educational gatherings that share practical, culturally grounded herbal knowledge. Designed to feel calm, welcoming, and unhurried, Ancestors Bosom invites visitors to slow down and build a meaningful relationship with plant medicine. The apothecary is deeply committed to community presence, accessibility, and long-term stewardship rather than trend-driven wellness. Ancestors Bosom serves as both a retail space and a place of learning, care, and reconnection within the Savage Mill community.

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Art of Hair (The Salon)

Located in a renovated Cotton Shed of Historic Savage Mill, once a textile mill built in the early 1800’s. Art of Hair (The Salon) has a modern decor with a bit of vintage flair. Forget what you know about hair salons, Art of Hair is everything – but, part art gallery, part lounge, part home, most of all a place where you feel at ease. Art of Hair is a Paul Mitchell Focus Salon – their focus is you and your hair needs. The owner has created a salon that is unique, beautiful and an extremely private place.

Experience the highly trained artists behind The Color Bar, unwind at The Wash House, and relax in their Comfort Lounge while allowing their stylists to provide top-notch cuts, color and cutting-edge hair treatments.

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Artcraft

At ARTCRAFT, it’s our mission to bring you the best and freshest handmade work by American artisans in a friendly and fun atmosphere with the best service you can find anywhere.

Since 1992, when we opened our gallery in Historic Savage Mill, we’ve been mixing practical and functional with presentational and unconventional work from more than 500 American artists and craftspeople.

We’ve traveled the country to find emerging artists creating uniquely inspired pieces for your home, office, friends and family. We specialize in the most comprehensive collection of furniture from Texas designers, David Marsh and Tommy Lewis and Venezia of California.

Be sure to stop in for a one-of-a-kind experience and visit us online at www.artcraftonline.com.

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Bearing Gifts

Looking for the perfect gift? Bearing Gifts is a unique gift store with gift ideas for all of your special occasions. We strive to offer quality products, great prices and the best service to our customers. Bearing Gifts has a vast selection of hard-to-find Troll Beads.

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Candles by Candy

Whether you’re searching for a luxurious scented candle to relax, a meaningful gift for someone special, or a fun, hands-on candle-making experience, our candle store and boutique is the perfect place to explore. Step into a cozy space filled with warm glow and delightful aromas, and experience the magic of handmade candles.

We also offer kids’ classes, host private events, and always welcome walk-ins. And don’t forget—it’s always BYOB!

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Caplan’s Auction & Appraisal Co.

We are Maryland’s busiest Auction & Appraisal Service with admission free public Auctions every Wednesday and Sunday in our beautiful Gallery located at the Historic Savage Mill. The recognized leader in the industry with 30+ years of experience our Auctioneers have conducted thousands of Public Auctions including Estate and Personal Property, Real Estate, Police and Charity including the Salvation Army, the Blind Industries and the NAACP. We are court-certified Appraisers and offer free verbal appraisals at anytime.

In addition to offices in Kensington and Ellicott City, MD, we also service the Baltimore/Washington/Annapolis areas – including all of central Maryland and beyond! We cordially invite you to visit one of our exciting “standing room only” Auctions.

Consignments always welcome or we can purchase outright. We also conduct on-site auctions on your premises – and our huge mailing list guarantees you a crowd – whether it’s your place or ours! Estate Sales, Downsizing, Collections, Antiques, Art, Jewelry, Furniture, Coins, China, Silver, Rugs, Books, Vehicles. Public Auctions Every Sunday & Wednesday! You are invited! Consignments & Estates Welcome!

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Charity’s Closet

Charity’s Closet is an upscale resale boutique, where women’s beautiful fashions are sold for $5! Find classic, current, fun and funky styles to suit all tastes! Accessories are BOGO! All sales benefit Success in Style’s mission to provide business attire free of charge to disadvantaged women and men seeking employment. Come find your next wardrobe treasure at Charity’s! Clothing donations of business, casual, and formal attire are happily accepted.

Volunteer applications are always available for interested individuals.

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Charity’s First Picks

Charity’s First Picks is a resale shop of curated designer clothing, shoes, handbags, furs, leathers and more. Enjoy labels such as Gucci, Michael Kors, St. John, Kate Spade, Burberry and more. Charity’s First Picks includes a collection of designer clothing for men, as well.

The proceeds of Charity’s First Picks’ sales benefit the mission of Success In Style (SIS). SIS provides business wardrobes and coaching (at no cost) to in-crisis individuals seeking employment.

Volunteer applications are always available for interested individuals.

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Cherie Sustainable Bridal

Cherie is a sparkling resale bridal boutique which offers dreamy wedding gowns and accessories too!

All proceeds from Cherie benefit Success in Style’s mission to provide business attire free of charge to disadvantaged women and men seeking employment. successinstyle.org

Book an appointment on their website.

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Clay Coven

Clay Coven is more than a shop or a pottery studio. It’s a community center.

We are a learning pottery studio offering a selection of one-time experiences, multi-week courses, and private group events.

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Drama MaMa Bookshop

Discover the magic of crafting your own story at Drama Mama Bookshop—where you can
create a truly personalized journal from cover to page. We offer a variety of fun, inspiring
workshops, with our bookbinding experience being a vibe for both children and adults. Join
our stylish wine and bind workshops, and celebrate your creativity in a relaxed, welcoming
atmosphere.
Beyond our journals, we offer custom printing and laser engraving services—perfect for
weddings, special events, and one-of-a-kind gifts. More than just stationery, we’re a
movement dedicated to promoting mental and emotional wellness through creative
journaling and bookbinding. Our mission is to cultivate a safe space for authentic
self-discovery and inspire positive change—inside and out.
We’re thrilled to welcome you to our new studio—your fresh creative haven. Whether you’re
here to join a workshop, celebrate a milestone, or simply find a meaningful way to express
yourself, we’re here to support your journey. Come connect with our community, explore
your creativity, and let’s make something beautiful together. Your story begins here — and
we can’t wait to be part of it.

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Essentially Divine

Essentially Divine is a holistic wellness boutique dedicated to nurturing the mind, body, and spirit through nature’s wisdom. We specialize in handcrafted, organic-inspired skincare, wellness products, and spiritual tools that support intentional living and self-care. Every item is carefully crafted in small batches with love, using high-quality ingredients infused with healing energy and a purposeful intention. From detox baths and botanical oils to room mists and metaphysical essentials, our offerings are designed to elevate daily rituals into sacred experiences.

Our boutique also serves as a community hub, offering workshops, healing sessions, and lifestyle classes that empower individuals to reconnect with themselves and live in balance. Whether you're seeking emotional clarity, physical rejuvenation, or spiritual alignment, Essentially Divine provides the space and tools to help you thrive. We believe wellness is a journey best taken with intention, integrity, and authenticity. Rooted in tradition and guided by intuition, Essentially Divine is more than a store—it’s a sanctuary for those who seek to live fully and freely.

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Foxrun Antiques

Foxrun Antiques has been in business for over 25 years, offering a wide variety of restored, estate and antique furniture made by manufacturers known for producing quality furniture. We specialize in dining room, bedroom and office furniture of all kinds. All of our pieces are individual, one of a kind, with its own character and personality. Our furniture has been restored to its original beauty, giving it a new life and a second chance for a new generation of users.

Stop by the Mill and visit our brand-new showroom in the Old Weave Building as well as our space in the Antique Center. Our restored furniture collection is one of the largest in the Washington D.C./Baltimore metro area. Everything is sold “home ready” at market prices, normally well below current retail with new acquisitions being added daily. We have sold our furniture throughout the United States and also have an internet store.

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Hands of Time Clocks

Hands of Time features a distinctive selection of new and antique clocks at discount prices-including chiming grandfather, musical mantel, cuckoo, and animated wall clocks. All new and antique clocks are fully warranted. Manufacturers include Howard Miller, Ridgeway, Hermie, Comitti, Kieninger, Rhythm, Bulova, Schneider and more.

As a full-service clock center, Hands of Time provides expert clock repair services, from routine maintenance to complete restoration of vintage clocks. Our factory authorized service center is open Wednesday through Sunday 10am-5pm to keep your clocks running for generations. Free In-Store Estimates – We make house calls!

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J’Adorn Designs

J’Adorn Designs is the jewelry design studio of artist, jeweler, and metalsmith Alison Jefferies, who discovered her passion for personalized accessories while planning her own wedding in 2011. Dissatisfied with the jewelry offerings she found at bridal shops, she opted to make a set of matching jewelry for her bridesmaids instead. Just a few months later, Alison opened an online shop to sell her designs.
Since its founding in 2012, J’Adorn Designs has grown into a full-service jeweler specializing in delicate jewelry and hair accessories using colorful gemstones and often featuring botanical forms. We offer a full line of ready-to-wear jewelry and hair accessories as well as custom and bespoke designs. Recently we have expanded our line beyond women’s jewelry to include masculine and gender-inclusive pieces. J’Adorn Designs is an affirming and welcoming business for people from all walks of life, and designer Alison Jefferies considers it an honor to create wearable pieces that honor each individual story.
Our studio at Savage Mill is open by appointment only. You can shop our collections or submit a custom inquiry online 24/7 via our website.

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jules + kate

jules + kate offers a collection of modern home goods, jewelry, accessories, and gifts made to excite and inspire. We work to help our customers create a unique expression of themselves in their homes and through their gift-giving. Each item is curated and hand-selected to provide quality goods for everyday living.

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Murillo’s Jewelry

Murillo’s Jewelry is a family-owned store established in November 2007 located at Historic Savage Mill in Savage, MD. The owner, Gustavo Murillo, has over 30 years of experience in custom designs, watch and jewelry repairs, and restorations. In his hometown Bogota, Colombia, he learned and gained experience in creating and repairing all kinds of jewelry by hand. In 1979 he brought his expertise to United States, where he worked in different fine jewelry stores including Florida, District of Columbia, and Maryland.
Murillo’s Jewelry offers our customers customized jewelry items and high-quality repair service at affordable prices. Please browse through our exclusive jewelry items.

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Omnihedral

Omnihedral is committed to enriching life, learning, and doing through curated creative play! We sell all manner of tabletop games and STEM activity kits and have a vast library of board games to rent. Events are a large part of what we do, focused on both gaming and STEM education.

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Skinsational Scents

Welcome to Skinsational Scents! We are natural wellness and skin care experts here to meet your skin care needs. Our uniqueness is that we specialize in product customization for all skin types.

Our products are made with care, love and excitement! We searched far and wide for the best organic and unrefined ingredients we could find. We trust the suppliers’ ingredients we use to make our products.

Take a look around and let us know how we can meet your skin care or product needs. We stand by our products. Skinsational Scents is Veteran Owned and Family Operated since 2002.

We started as a Kiosk business on a college campus in Alabama to solve skin acne issues on the campus. Then, we produced and offered the highest quality skin care and self-care products in the market. We grew with the love and support of the community. Today, we continue with our strong community identity and involvement by giving back to our community. We also continue to provide those same excellent natural and organic products and more for men and women. We look forward to serving you and your family for all your skin care needs.

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Studio JmcG

Jessica has spent the last 31 years as a Navy spouse and has enjoyed traveling throughout the world and all around the United States, usually en route to the next coastal city she would call home.

Form, line, shape and color have always intrigued her. She first became drawn to jewelry at one of the early stops in her travels when she worked as a jewelry and accessories buyer for a major department store. She was amazed by the fabrication and design process. The possibilities of what could be made seemed endless. This awe and wonder led her to take classes, which led to more classes and a life of learning and making.

Jessica’s work focuses on her love of color, texture and geometric form. She uses enamel, gemstones, silver, gold and patina in her jewelry. She adds texture to her work by using photographs taken during her travels, which she uses to create texture plates etched with the images.

Jessica studied Studio Art with a concentration in Metals at Monterey Peninsula College in California. She has also enjoyed perfecting her craft by taking classes at Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts and The New Approach School for Jewelers in Tennessee, Pocosin Arts School of Fine Craft in North Carolina and Metalwerx in Massachusetts. She is currently a community member and president of the board of directors at the Baltimore Jewelry Center. She works as a studio jeweler and sells her work through her company Studio JmcG Jewelry, at national art shows, in galleries and on her website.

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Sweet Cascades Chocolatier

Sweet Cascades was created by Sue Whary in 2004 as a chocolate fountain catering company. While catering wedding receptions, bar mitzvahs and other events part time, she discovered the love and addiction of chocolate of many of the guests. (Sue is a salty girl!) So, with the support of her husband, Rick, she left her well-paying, great benefits desk job, and opened a chocolate shop in Historic Ellicott City, Maryland, Sweet Cascades Chocolatier.

Sue is self-taught, always reading and looking for new trends and flavors. Rick has become a huge part of the business, with his weird and wacky chocolates. Sweet Cascades is continuing to grow and create new and different creations for our customers, while keeping the traditional and favorites.

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The Antique Center

The Antique Center is an antique marketplace beyond compare with more than 150 select dealers and 20,000 square feet of antiques and collectibles. Offering a wide range of antique products, including jewelry, artwork, accessories, furniture, militaria, glass, ceramics, gas station memorabilia and more. The Antique Center at Historic Savage Mill provides scheduled appraisals and online ordering. Visit our website for details!

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The Bonnie Wee Bookstore

We are The Bonnie Wee Bookstore. Bonnie Wee meaning “Beautiful Little”. With our Scottish roots, it seemed only fitting. We are a family-owned and run small business. We look far and wide for quality Used books and Vinyl. We also have a bunch of new journals, fun bags, and gifts for everyone. If you are looking to sell your books and/or Vinyl, we are very interested. Please come down to the Mill and visit us. We look forward to seeing you.

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The Kelmscott Bookshop

We specialize in rare books with a focus on artists’ books, private press, books on books, illustrated books, the Pre-Raphaelites & William Morris, and fine 19th century literature. We also sell prints and a small selection of general used books in all areas.

In addition to our books, we have a wide selection of prints available for purchase. Most are not listed for sale on our website.

We buy fine books, from individual titles to small libraries.

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Xanadu Botanicals & Design

Xanadu Botanicals & Design, LLC is an award-winning interior landscaping company dedicated to providing and maintaining quality interior landscapes and holiday decorating services to our clients in Maryland, Washington D.C., and Northern Virginia. We serve a variety of clientele, including government, property management companies, lobbies, restaurants, malls, law firms, and many independent office locations.

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Plan your next friend hang where flavor meets fun. Wander through artisan shops, sip coffee or cocktails, take a group class, or just vibe out over good food and even better conversation. This is your new go-to gathering spot.

Looking for fun for any age? Fly through the trees at Terrapin Adventures, explore shops filled with both treasures and toys, and then unwind over dinner on the patio of Dive Bar & Grille. Bonus: our public spaces are pup-friendly — but check with your selected eatery to see if Fido can join you for dinner.

Switch up your usual date night with something charming, flirty, and fun. Take a pottery class, grab a romantic dinner, or catch one of the special nights on our Events Calendar. Every date feels like the first at Savage Mill — especially under our dreamy outdoor string lights.

Elegant table setting with white plates, glassware, silverware on napkins, and candlelit ambiance. Greenery runs down the center for a natural touch.

Weddings

Say “I do” in a space that feels like a storybook.

Savage Mill offers two unique venues: our light-filled Great Room with scenic river views and soaring ceilings, and the intimate and charming Rosebud Micro Venue, perfect for elopements and bridal showers.

With in-house photographers, bridal boutiques, custom tailoring, and full beauty services on site, you’ll find everything you need to bring your special day to life under one historic roof.

Leasing Opportunities

Become Part of the Mill

Opening your first shop or expanding something you love, Savage Mill offers a vibrant, ready-made community to grow your business.

We’re home to over 80 sole proprietors — artists, makers, and more — and we’d love to welcome you next. View available spaces, floor plans, and details on our Leasing page.

Historic brick courtyard with arched windows, string lights overhead, and a central tree. Bright blue sky enhances the warm, inviting ambiance.

Follow along on Instagram at @experiencesavagemill

TOMORROW at 6pm!!!
The runway is coming to the New Weave Commons for From Heritage to Horizon: The Next Stitch Forward, a bold and inspiring fashion show hosted by Leona's Sewing Studio.
This is not just a fashion show. It is a celebration of culture, creativity, and the next generation of designers stepping confidently into their future. These student creators have poured their hearts into every stitch and they are ready to light up the runway.
Come cheer them on. Come feel the pride. Come witness the next stitch forward.
Saturday, February 28th at 6pm. Be there!
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Wrap up the workweek this Friday at 6 pm with @essentiallydivineboutique and "Motown x Zumba x Soul Train Line". Dance, remember, and celebrate Black cultural legacy through rhythm, flavor, and movement.

Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/black-history-celebrate-zumba-x-motown-x-line-dancing-x-soul-train-line-tickets-1981662166886?aff=oddtdtcreator
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Tomorrow evening, Savage Mill-based business @essentiallydivineboutique hosts "This Is My Story. This Is My Song / Lineage & Legacy Storytelling Cypher". This small-group event, organized as part of Black History Month, utilizes the "Lineage & Legacy Rememberings" Deck to honor ancestors, process complex legacies, and strengthen community bonds.
Register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/this-is-my-story-this-is-my-song-lineage-legacy-storytelling-cypher-tickets-1981661074619?aff=oddtdtcreator
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Due to the winter storm and out of an abundance of caution, tonight’s screening of Eroding History and Relentless at Savage Mill has been postponed.

The safety of our attendees, panelists, and staff is our top priority. We will share an update as soon as a new date has been confirmed, and all existing registrations will be honored.

Thank you so much for your understanding! Please stay safe and warm.
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It’s almost here and we’re so excited to welcome you!

Join us this Sunday, February 22 at 6:00pm in the New Weave Building for a FREE film screening and panel discussion as part of Black History Month at Savage Mill, celebrating the powerful work of award-winning filmmaker and photographer André Chung.

After the screening of Eroding History and Relentless, stay for a lively panel conversation with:
- André Chung
- Rona Kobell
- Sean Yoes
- Serenity Joy

Free films, free concessions, and a meaningful night of storytelling and community.
🎟️ Click the link in our bio to grab your FREE ticket. We can’t wait to see you there!
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Here's a sneak peek at some of the display that's being assembled for Threads of Heritage: African Print Fabrics & The Stories They Carry. Please join us and Leona's Sewing Studio for the opening tomorrow at 6 pm, or stop in at your convenience - it's open through April 3rd.
https://www.facebook.com/events/943620581508287/943620584841620
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We’re so excited to finally share our calendar of events for Black History Month at Savage Mill!

We’re honored to kick things off with Threads of Heritage, a powerful fabric exhibition curated by Leona's Sewing Studio that celebrates culture, history, and the stories woven into every thread.

Join us February 12 at 6pm for the opening of the exhibition. Stroll through the installation, enjoy a glass of wine from @boydcruwines  as you explore, and take part in our community quilt, where everyone is invited to contribute and be part of the story.

This is just the beginning of a month filled with meaningful moments, creativity, and connection. We can’t wait to celebrate together.
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Black History Month begins tomorrow!

We are excited to welcome Black History Month at Savage Mill and look forward to sharing what we have planned. Our first event announcement is coming very soon and it is just the beginning.

Throughout the month and beyond, the Mill will feature moments of creativity, reflection, and community. There is so much we are looking forward to sharing with you.

Stay tuned!
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Enter to win this sweet Elizabeth Scarlett navy velvet makeup bag during next Thursday's Girls Night Out at Savage Mill by bringing a donation for our beneficiary, Howard County's @grassrootscrisis. Suggested hygiene item donations include body wash, shampoo, condition, deodorant, bar soap, toothpaste, toothbrushes, and individual packages of tissues. Thank you for your support of our community!
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❄️ Snow day ❄️
For everyone’s safety, Savage Mill is closed today. Please stay safe, cozy up, and we’ll be back before you know it.
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Due to the incoming snowstorm, Savage Mill will be closed Sunday, January 25th. Stay warm, stay safe, and we’ll see you back at the Mill soon 🤍❄️
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Something special is in the works ✨

We’re collaborating with the small businesses at Savage Mill to create a meaningful Black History Month experience this February. 

We’re still putting the finishing touches on the details, but we can’t wait to share what we’ve been building together. More soon!
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