Where History Meets Community Shop, Dine, and Discover at Savage Mill
Step inside Savage Mill: a restored 1800s cotton mill turned dynamic destination for artists, makers, and local flavor. With over 80 shops, studios, and restaurants to explore, this is where Maryland’s past meets its most creative future.
Shopping
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.
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Dining & Eateries
Cozy cafés to buzzing taverns, Savage Mill’s eateries are full of flavor and local flair. Grab coffee and a pastry at Brewing Good, enjoy the speakeasy vibes of Boyd Cru Wines, or try something new at one of our beloved hidden gems. All you need to do is bring the appetite; we’ll handle the rest.
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Art Studios
Our walls don’t just hold history — they encapsulate creativity. Explore pottery, photography, and more across a diverse range of artist-owned studios. Embrace beaded embroidery at Bead Soup or plan a tattoo at Raven and Rose; inspiration is always in session at Savage Mill.
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Health & Beauty
Unwind, refresh, and glow — because every great outing involves at least a little self-care. Our health and beauty offerings range from luxe salon services to waxing, facials, and skincare consultations, all in a space that’s warm, personal, and local.
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Classes & Activities
Pottery wheels to fencing foils, our community is the place to learn, play, and push your limits. Take a candle-making class, explore beadwork or ceramics, join a Magic The Gathering game in Omnihedral, or step into a full-service recording studio at Red Bridge. With STEM kits, ziplines, and martial arts all available in the same place, we guarantee ‘bored’ isn’t something you’ll feel when you’re here.
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Services
More than a marketplace, Savage Mill is a budding network of local talent. Book a photoshoot, meet with a CPA, or browse the works of a clothier — all within steps of each other. From tech support to wedding planning, haircuts to handcrafted jewelry, our service vendors help you get things done: easily, beautifully, and all in one place.
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Holistic Healing
Find your calm at Savage Mill. Discover aromatherapy, ozone therapy, herbal remedies, reiki, and healing experiences that blend science and spirit. All this and more, offered by passionate practitioners who care about your whole self, inside and out.
View All HealingSavage Mill is more than a place to shop; it’s a community destination, event space, and venue! Find handcrafted goods, artisan studios, award-winning restaurants, and historic charm all under one roof. Whether planning a weekend trip, a spontaneous stroll, or a local adventure, Savage Mill welcomes you with open doors.
What’s Happening
Upcoming Events at Savage Mill
At Savage Mill, there’s always something in motion: gallery nights, holiday markets, trivia, classics, music, and more. We keep our calendar packed with local love, so you never have to wonder what you’re doing this weekend. See what’s coming up, or reach out to plan something of your own.
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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.
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.
Our History
These walls once echoed with the hum of cotton machines. Now, they buzz with creativity, community, and craft. With five stunning buildings, Savage Mill’s historic cotton mill is a bustling center for work, play, and adventure in Savage, Maryland.
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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.
Follow along on Instagram at @experiencesavagemill
Last week, @hocorec began the first phase of a two‑month project to clean and paint the Historic Bollman Bridge on Foundry Street. The pedestrian walkway through the bridge will remain open thanks to a temporary tunnel that will separate the public from construction. The @mdhistoricaltrust has approved a three‑stage paint system in the bridge’s original Federal Red color, as seen in this paint swatch. The project will restore the bridge to its historic beauty just in time for our annual Bridge Lighting Ceremony on Saturday, December 6th!
Our partners @cultura_plenera and @carroll_baldwin_hall are ramping up for this weekend`s first-ever "Puerto Rico in Savage" festival! We were happy to host two family-friendly drumming and dancing workshops, and look forward to learning more about the traditional musical styles of Bomba and Plena. Qué divertido!
Interested? Check out the event discussion for specifics and available parking lots in the community:
https://www.facebook.com/events/1242074647359241/
#PuertoRicoBomba #puertorico #plena #puertoricofestival
It is with profound sadness that we share news of the passing on August 31, 2025, of Donna Wilner, Savage Mill’s long-time CFO, tireless advocate, and friend.
Beginning with the Mill’s early transformation from a former cotton mill to the vibrant community it is today, she poured her energy and vision into shaping this place, knowing these historic buildings inside and out and guiding them through decades of change and growth. For 38 years, she was at the heart of Savage Mill, helping to build and strengthen our community with her expertise, dedication, and unwavering commitment. Known for her sharp insight, creative problem-solving, and ability to get things done with efficiency and wit, she was deeply respected by colleagues, tenants, and the broader community alike.
Her legacy is woven into the very fabric of the Mill. The community of small businesses, creativity, and connection that thrives here today stands as a testament to her vision and determination.
For funeral arrangements, please see link in bio.
Just before the Labor Day weekend, the Maryland Women`s Business Center and its cohort of budding small business owners gathered to mark the one-year anniversary of its Shop Local program here at Savage Mill. To-date, they`ve provided business counseling, storefront experience, and training to over a dozen women who`ve launched their businesses from our incubator space. @hocogovexec and @howardcountyeda joined us in celebrating the success already achieved and the foundation built for future small business growth!
#MWBCShopLocal #SavageMill #HowardCounty
Welcome to our newest tenant, The Bonnie Wee Bookstore (@bonnweebooks), a tastefully decorated space full of used books and vinyl records. Owners Candice and Brian Mumpower reveled in the literary theme of this month`s Girls Night Out! Check out our conversation with them and stop by this weekend to say Hi:
https://www.savagemill.com/the-bonnie-wee-bookstore-a-cozy-literary-getaway-for-all-ages/
🎉 We’re OPEN on Labor Day! 🎉
Come spend your holiday exploring Savage Mill this Monday. From shopping and dining to discovering hidden treasures, make the most of your long weekend with us!
#SavageMill #LaborDay #ShopLocal
🎉 10 Years at the Mill 🎉
Congratulations to Leona’s Sewing Studio on celebrating a decade at Savage Mill. For 10 years, Leona has shared her incredible talent and passion for sewing with our community, teaching everyone from kids to seasoned creators, and inspiring countless makers along the way.
Here’s to many more years of creativity, community, and stitched together memories at the Mill 🧵✨
🐾✨ Happy International Dog Day! ✨🐾
From wagging tails in the courtyard to pups patiently waiting while their humans shop, our four-legged friends make the Mill even more special. Today we celebrate ALL the dogs who call Savage Mill their favorite spot for strolls, sniffs, and smiles.
Saturday`s weather was perfect for @cultura_plenera`s Plena workshop, which imparted the basics of a musical genre that narrates stories of the Puerto Rican experience through hand drums, güiro and singers. The community is getting ready for "Puerto Rico in Savage" on Saturday, Sept. 13th!
https://www.facebook.com/events/1242074647359241
We enjoyed having Bollman Bridge Elementary School`s reading specialist Zakia Small join us for last Thursday`s Girls Night Out. She collected books from almost 50 generous donors to get the new school year off to a great start!
#BookDrive
✨ Thank you to everyone who joined us for our literary themed Girls Night Out this past Thursday! ✨
From bingo cards to bookish fun, it was such a joy to see the Mill filled with laughter, conversation, and friendship.
We’re so grateful for this amazing community that continues to make Girls Night Out a night to remember every time.
Mark your calendars: our next Girls Night Out will be Thursday, October 23. We can’t wait to welcome you back!
#GirlsNightOut #SavageMill #BookLovers
Wondering about parking at this Thursday`s Girls Night Out at Savage Mill? We`ve got you covered with 3 lots - the Little Lot, Big Lot, and Overflow Lot. Here`s to a night "for the books"!
🎉 Our Grand Prize Purse is HERE! 🎉
Girls Night Out is happening next Thursday, August 14th, and you don’t want to miss it.
Play our bingo for your chance to win, plus sip some wine and shop the night away until 8pm!
👀 Sneak peek 👀
We’re not finished yet but this might be our most time-intensive selfie wall ever and it’s already giving major bookish energy!
You’ll get to see the full thing at Girls Night Out next week on August 14th but we had to share a little behind-the-scenes moment.
Our very own Julie has been folding pages and hauling stacks of books to bring this vision to life and it’s looking incredible.
Big thanks to @hocolibrary for helping us turn this literary dream into a reality!
#GirlsNightOut #SavageMill #SelfieWall #BookishVibes #HowardCountyLibrary
Bad day? Antique Center at Savage Mill. Works every time! @antiquecentersavage #savagemill #youlookhappier #antique
Our August 14 Girls Night Out will be celebrating all things literary! @kelmscott_bookshop will be joining us with unique books and prints - learn more: https://www.savagemill.com/the-kelmscott-bookshop-a-world-unto-itself/
#artistsbooks
✨ Flashback Friday ✨
We’re still in awe of all the creativity that came out of the @claycovenpottery kids camp last week. Just look at these amazing pieces! Each one full of personality, imagination, and talent.
Future artists in the making? We think so! 🎨👏
#FlashbackFriday #ClayCoven #SavageMill #KidsCamp #CreativeKids
⚠️ Warning: you might lose track of time here ⚠️
The @omnihedral game wall is just the beginning. Step inside and you’ll find endless shelves of strategy, fun, and adventure. Perfect for weekend explorers and game night enthusiasts alike.
Make it your weekend mission to discover something new. You never know what game will become your next favorite!
#SavageMill #Omnihedral #BoardGames #WeekendPlans
August is back-to-school season, and what better way to contribute during our literary-themed August 14 Girls Night Out at Savage Mill than with a children`s book drive? Drop off your donation of new fiction or non-fiction books for grades K-5 and enter to win a fun raffle prize! The books we collect will be distributed to students at our neighboring partner school, Bollman Bridge Elementary.
