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The Velvet Mill
22 Bayview Ave, Stonington, CT 06378, United States
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Iv
Review №1

Shine wellness is amazing in the velvet mill. I love the whole feel of the mill itself too. If you want a good massage you will certainly get it with Jeri at shine A+. It never fails to relax me and I wouldnt go anywhere else!

co
Review №2

Love walking around here great pizza from Woodfellas... so worth the 45 min drive...Beerd has great beers and ciders...

Ch
Review №3

This place is an indoor open space that will be great to go to in winter when it will be too cold to stay outside. Farmers market on Saturdays and so many cool shops.

Ka
Review №4

I want to like this place. I love the idea of repurposing an abandoned mill to a creative space but this place seems to suffer from too much space. Ive only been here in the winter which is off season for this seaside town. I will revisit in the summer.

Er
Review №5

Saturday farmer market is great. We had some tasty treats at Zest. Im gonna go back for more!

Mo
Review №6

Neat little mall inside an old factory building.

An
Review №7

Great place for Saturday farmers market and diverse shopping and eats.

Ji
Review №8

Very cool place! My 1st time.

Ca
Review №9

Zest has great bakery items, Woodfired pizza is awesome and Beerd brewing company next door for some awesome beer.

Ti
Review №10

Historic mill, huge in size, with interesting and unusual shops and a large restaurant.

Jo
Review №11

Beautiful collection of stores, studios, and art galleries in a repurposed velvet mill.

Ro
Review №12

My first visit will not be my last. This very unique Mall is the most pleasant experience I can recommend for a non descript shopping trip. Wonderful people, walking there pets, just strolling through the shops that only exist here. A must must stop when you are in the area. This place has a special place in my heart now, as this is where my final love began.

Ji
Review №13

Lots of small businesses and very cool layout

Se
Review №14

When we were there, it was still under construction... a great deal of potential, but still a lot of unused space. The stores that *were* open were very artsy, and the proprietors were all very welcoming. A nice place to explore.

Pa
Review №15

Always fun things to look at and interesting vendors to chat with!More restaurants everytime we visit!

Su
Review №16

What a surprise. So many various shops, restaurants, art, and uniqueness. Try the Woodfellas pizza and Beerd brewery. Must return!!!

Sh
Review №17

Interesting use if an old mill, came across it by accident, will have to come again

Lo
Review №18

Has everything from food to crafts to actual beer brewery, great place

St
Review №19

Great place to walk around. Lots of character. Good food. Saturday they have a flea market / farmers market going on!

Fr
Review №20

What a great spot. I wish there was something like this place closer to me. Nice Art great pizza and beerd

Fr
Review №21

Its an interesting place to visit. I think I would have enjoyed it more on a weekend, as when we visited most of the vendors were closed. I would certainly recommend wandering around here though if you have the opportunity.

Kr
Review №22

Hard to think of a store that they don’t have at this mall. You could spend hours here. Plenty of security. Something for everyone. Great parking options.

Ko
Review №23

Loved it. Cant wait to go back

He
Review №24

This place has a great vibe. The farmers market on Saturdays is awesome, the best pizza in the area is at Woodfellas, and there is literally something for everyone.

Jo
Review №25

Nice reuse of factory space

Er
Review №26

Amazing and Rare wood furniture hand crafted from the finest grain wood on Earth

An
Review №27

Awesome Spot for a Cool Business

Ju
Review №28

A neat collection of stores and a lot more... farmers market, artsy stuff you wont find anyplace else.

De
Review №29

Went for Holiday Stroll in Dec 2019. Nice festive atmosphere. Lots of interesting arts and crafts vendors. Limited food options but very good pizza at Woodfellas. Whitecrest Eatery looks interesting but didnt get a chance to try it.

Ch
Review №30

Always a fun place year round. Summer means the loss of the Farmers Market to downtown.. a vast array of shops to investigate from the Spirit Wind art gallery on the second floor where a variety of classes are held around the art Arena, 2 shops like the art print Studio across from beerd Brewery on the main level a most decadent pastry shop.. and the list goes on.. just when you think youre done heres another level and more Galleries and shops to investigate! A fun way to spend the day!

Ja
Review №31

Old but full of life, tons of shops and places to eat and a cozy indoor setting.

Ke
Review №32

Lots to do. Some great eating places and Brew pub cheek to jowel with curated tag sales of junk. But all fun.

Ra
Review №33

Best IPAs in Connecticut!

Me
Review №34

Very cool place. A variety of lots of unique shops and antique vendors

St
Review №35

Nice and rustic with a variety of small shops and a Saturday Farmers market.

Jo
Review №36

So far Ive only been here to have pizza from Wood-Fired and beer at the local brewery house in this location both experiences were very good I enjoy the environments the decor in the people that are here I expect you upgrade this to a higher rating after I get a chance to experience more of the venue. this is a very large building that used to be a manufacturing facility has now been converted into small shops it looks like it could be an all-day opportunity on a weekend when Im in the area

Pa
Review №37

Very cool place when everything is open. Check out the brewery too, its wicked good!!

Da
Review №38

Beer,d could use more seating,but the beer is awesome as usual.

Be
Review №39

They are transforming and old mill

fo
Review №40

Very nice quite place to visit and get second hand antiques stuff if you around. Must visit

Na
Review №41

What a great shopping experience. I sampled several high quality products that are only available from Connecticuts finest farmers and artisians. This is a one of a kind shopping experience. Doggies roamed the market on leashes visiting with everyone. The atmosphere was very festive. I would highly recommend for holiday table and unique gift opportunities.

Se
Review №42

Excellent place to have popcorn and a beer or pastry or a massage very eclectic shops with great items and lost treasure s

No
Review №43

This place is great... Love the ice creame

To
Review №44

Beerd awesome place to grab a beer abd chill out.

Ty
Review №45

Cute area live beerd brewery

Em
Review №46

Lots of cute little stores, great brewery and bakery but check opening hours before a visit.

Bo
Review №47

Really cool place. Antiques, art, and a great brewery!

No
Review №48

Great to have a farmers market that can go all year due to being inside. Lots of farmers fresh items, cheeses, etc. Mill also has lots of boutiques with artists, clothing, unique wares and a great brewery.

Ch
Review №49

What a gem tucked in this mill. Great selection of unique shops and places to eat drink and be merry.

De
Review №50

A very large number of shops and vendors. Some are permanent studios, and on Saturday and Sunday the weekend vendors are there. A mix of pretty high end quality stuff, to more rustic handmades. Everything from antiques to jewelry. Good variety of food also, to eat there or bring home. Lots of rustic New England decor type thing also.

An
Review №51

Cool mix of businesses in there. Cant go wrong with back to back Beerd and Woodfellas

Re
Review №52

I went here on a Sunday so not many shops were open but this is a very cool space with a lot of potential. Would love to see what opens up in the next few years. Bakers, antiques, bicycles, art and gift shops can he found here.

Jo
Review №53

This was one of the most bizarre repurposed spaces Ive ever been to. First of all it is a very large mill building which is right next to a ton of quiet quaint neighborhoods. Second once you go inside it is a huge space divided up into a bunch of really seemingly random businesses (restaraunts, a brewery, shops of all kinds) plus plenty of open floor space. Just a really cool usage of an old building. We went a bit late so most shops were closed, but we went to Beerd Brewing and wandered a bit also. Definitely worth checking out.

Si
Review №54

Great place. Almost like a step back in time.

Jo
Review №55

Decent location, good variety of shopping selections. Bathrooms were poor, hence the three Stars.

Ci
Review №56

This place is an awesome use of an old building.

Ja
Review №57

Beerd and lots of fun things to see and eat!

A.
Review №58

Loved the atmosphere and the beer, wine selection. Highly recommended .

An
Review №59

Such a cool space. I just wish more things were open daily since I work traditional weekends. On a Monday or Tues, theres no real reason to visit.

p
Review №60

Interesting mix of vendors, food, antiques, wonderful tailor.

Za
Review №61

Its great only if you go at the right time. otherwise nothing is open.

Ro
Review №62

Great selection of small businesses and shops. Awesome bakery and brewery.

Je
Review №63

This is an old Mill building in Stonington that has been repurposed as a home to a small craft brewery and numerous small craft and specialty shops. There is a large central area that can be used for community events and is used for a Saturday farmers market during the winter months. That event hosts farmers with vegetables, dairy, and meat products, whole grain breads, gluten-free foodstuffs, and pet treats. There are also sellers of clothes, antique items, and art, all to the sounds of country music by local musicians. Its interesting and fun

Cr
Review №64

Really cool, smells amazing (Woodfellas), Beer’d is awesome, ample parking

Ch
Review №65

A wonderful collection of eclectic shops, farm stands, eateries, and more.

Ja
Review №66

Plenty of cool businesses to check out, and you can get beer!

Dy
Review №67

There are very few places like this anywhere else in the world. One of the gems of Mystic and Stoningon. It is hangout for locals, and a must for any tourist. Artist lofts, Beard brewery, Wood fired Pizza, a Bakery, eclectic antiques, and crafts.

Ri
Review №68

Great repurposed old building. Connecticut should turn all the old mills into cool public places like this.

Pa
Review №69

Great restaurants

Jo
Review №70

What a great job Eric has done repurposing the old Velvet Mill!

J
Review №71

Woodfellas and Beerd is an awesome local combo!

Wa
Review №72

Great concept poorly executed. Really hard to find places in this mill. Could be destination shopping. Needs organization and anchor store

Ma
Review №73

Stopped in on my way out of town. Great staff who know a ton. There is a lot of good information to digest.

Jo
Review №74

Great place. Great food. Great people. Lots of interesting and unique things... Products, food, cookies and pastries. Best Indian cuisine ever. The other vendors and farmers market stuff is awesome but the food... The food is awesome! Well with the trip. And the pastry shop... Excellent!

Li
Review №75

Would give it 5 stars if there were more clean restrooms. Love the variety of vendors and atmosphere. Very creative folks gather here on Saturdays for a market.

Ki
Review №76

Fun indoor winter Farmers Market...great year round vinyl record shop

Ma
Review №77

Could have been a great experience if businesses were open... Saturday afternoon 4 p.m. most everything was closed except for the awesome Bakery named is ZEST

cu
Review №78

The Velvet Mill is the coolest place to walk around on a sunny or rainy day. There are local artists, small businesses, cheese maker, bakery, beer and food spots on location. Also the cutest herbalist who makes her own tea, serves them for free with cookies on Saturdays and Sundays during the Stonington Winter Farmers Market from October to May... A great place to visit for the day!

Ri
Review №79

Its cool old building with beer food and art

Si
Review №80

Eclectic place with many different small businesses. Including a bakery, photography, art, jewelry, beer brewery, consignment, scanning and so much more. My favorite is the farmers market held on Saturdays from 10am to 1pm. Address is 22 Bayview Ave, Stonington Ct

Li
Review №81

Love the building but farmers market is way out of my price range

Je
Review №82

Lots of cool stuff.

Ja
Review №83

Vegan OPTIONS! Love the gourmet popcorn (coconut oil) and snowcones now at StevieTs. Also love their amazing handmade cruelty free soaps. Sea salt orchid Argan oil soap is my fave, no need for lotion yet this winter and no slippery shower afterward--i am addicted. Revival has genuine farmhouse decor handpicked from Amish country! And of course, theres Beerd Brewery which is awesome. Farmers market is back too on the weekends. Will list more next time I go back.

Kr
Review №84

Nice place to visit

re
Review №85

Nice enough, but it kind of lacked an artsy vibe or something...piped in music might help.

Ro
Review №86

Great farmers market. Nice array of vendors.

Sa
Review №87

The brewery in here is great!

Ri
Review №88

The farmers market is a wonderful adventure for the whole family!

Br
Review №89

Awesome place to ramble around in. Have a great bakery offering gluten free goods and awesome tea selection. Neat Antique treasures too

Ro
Review №90

Very nice many great shops

Ha
Review №91

Really weird place. Definitely up and coming (or trying to that is). I’d recommend going primarily for a decent winter farmers market and Beer’d Brewing

Je
Review №92

Awesome place to walk around with a bunch of small stores offering home-made unique items.

BY
Review №93

Great place. Lookinflg forward to the Grand Opening of Skull & Mystic.

Da
Review №94

Beerd brewing and food and stuff!

De
Review №95

Great little shops, and the farmers market is great!

Al
Review №96

Nice place to see artists little confusing on the layout but overall great food and beer.

Ka
Review №97

Empty, nothing open but the bakery.

Ka
Review №98

Very cool...

An
Review №99

Cool market

Ja
Review №100

Excellent venue for the farmers market, and other all business

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  • Address:22 Bayview Ave, Stonington, CT 06378, United States
  • Site:http://americanvelvetmill.com/
  • Phone:+1 917-915-6340
Categories
  • Art center
  • Shopping mall
Working hours
  • Monday:10am–6pm
  • Tuesday:10am–6pm
  • Wednesday:9am–8pm
  • Thursday:9am–8pm
  • Friday:9am–8pm
  • Saturday:10am–6pm
  • Sunday:10am–6pm
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible lift:Yes
Amenities
  • Public toilet:Yes
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