PROPERTY OVERVIEW
It may be historic, but it’s not your grandparent’s Washington Mills. Sure you’ll still find it in a history book, but today character of old is mixed with character of new. Where once woolens were woven, now sit stylish lofts that can accommodate you, your laptop and even your pet Spike. With tons of exposed brick, giant ceiling heights, and old growth wood beams, it has a history that is as big as the mill itself and a future that is bright and waiting to be written.
Our studio, one and two bedroom lofts are designed for open flexible living and feature quality construction and stylish features. Enjoy the sun streaming through the oversized windows, entertain friends on the roof deck, grab a workout in the fitness room or meet your neighbors in the common lounge, complete with widescreen TV, billiards, wet bar and wifi access. Our units are ideally suited for living, working, lounging and making friends. And, you can even do your laundry in your own in-unit washer and dryer. So go ahead, make the space your own. Welcome to the neighborhood.
A BRIEF HISTORY
Founded in the mid-1800s, Lawrence is a city of mills and canals built along the Merrimack River. This planned industrial city earned its nickname “the Immigrant City” by attracting thousands of laborers from all over the world. They came to Lawrence seeking the American dream and played an integral part in America’s industrial revolution.
Washington Mills Building No. 1 was built in 1886 on the site of the former Bay State Mills, the earliest textile mill in Lawrence. It became famous as the first U.S. Mill to introduce all woolen worsteds and was hailed as one of America’s finest mills. Washington Mills would later become part of the American Woolen Company, and in 1912, its workers joined the “Bread and Roses” strike giving birth to America’s labor movement. This historic event is celebrated each year with the “Bread and Roses” festival – one of many annual city festivals.
Today, Building No 1 has been fully rehabilitated by the Architectural Heritage Foundation and Banc of America CDC and stands ready for a new generation of occupants.
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