Safe Harbor

Safe Harbor Domestic Violence Center, located in Greenville, South Carolina, was originally built in 1925. Over the years, the building has been an integral part of Greenville’s industrial history, originally serving as part of the Judson Cotton Mill. The facility housed textile manufacturing operations, including weaving and winding rooms, a coal-fired boiler plant, and rail spurs for material transport. In the mid-20th century, it transitioned to packaging production under Gaylord Container Corporation and later Crown Zellerbach Corporation, operating as a cardboard box manufacturing plant. By the 1980s, industrial activity had declined, and the building remained underutilized until its acquisition for redevelopment. Now repurposed, it serves as a new Safe Harbor Domestic Violence Center, preserving its historic charm while offering a trauma-informed emergency shelter and resource center for victims of domestic violence. The facility will consolidate Safe Harbor’s services, including emergency housing, counseling, legal aid offices, and training space, ensuring a safe and supportive environment. Through the South Carolina Textile Mill Tax Credit, Safe Harbor Domestic Violence Center supports the growth and well-being of the Greenville community, ensuring its legacy remains a vital part of the city’s future.