Historic Danville Textile Mill Reopens as Mixed‑Use Dan River Falls Complex

The former White Mill, a 1920‑era textile factory in Danville, Virginia, has been transformed into Dan River Falls, a mixed‑use development featuring 190 residential apartments, office space and retail components.

The $110 million project, led by The Alexander Company in partnership with the Danville Industrial Development Authority, completed its first phase in November 2024 and targets full completion by 2026.

The redevelopment retains the mill’s reinforced‑concrete structure and Gothic‑Revival style while adapting interiors for modern living, including affordable units for workers earning less than 80% of the area’s median income.

Public offices such as Danville’s Economic Development and Tourism department have moved into the complex, alongside private firms like engineering consultancy Dewberry.

Future plans include a riverfront park, an extension of the city’s Riverwalk Trail and additional retail space, aiming to create a vibrant community hub along the Dan River.