From Southern Weaving to The Factory
Before it became a place to gather and celebrate, the Southern Weaving building on Bramlett Road was a cornerstone of Greenville’s industrial rise.
A former mill with nearly a century of character
The site has been rooted in manufacturing since the early 1900s, evolving through several ventures before Southern Weaving Company established operations here in 1924.
Founded by associates of Henry Ford, the company began by producing cotton webbing for the Model T and grew into a major textile manufacturer. Over the decades, the campus expanded into a nearly 200,000-square-foot complex, producing everything from military gear during World War II to automotive materials and seatbelts at its peak.
Built for production. Reimagined for connection.
Early 1900s
Industrial roots
The property was home to early ventures including a yarn mill, truck manufacturing operation, and textile machinery company.
1924
Southern Weaving begins
Southern Weaving Company established operations on Bramlett Road and produced cotton webbing for the Model T.
1940s-1980s
The campus expands
Multiple buildings were added as the site grew into a nearly 200,000-square-foot industrial complex.
World War II
Military production
The mill produced military gear before expanding further into automotive materials and safety products.
2018
A new chapter
As textile operations shifted, the Bramlett Road campus was ready for a different future.
Today
The Factory
The former mill now serves as a modern event venue with original brick, exposed steel, and generous open space.
What was once a place of production is now a place of connection.
Original brick walls, exposed steel beams, expansive windows, worn wood, and concrete floors create a setting that feels both timeless and elevated. The scale of the former mill, once designed for large-scale production, now offers an open canvas for intimate gatherings and large celebrations.
History you can feel in the room
01
Industrial Roots
The Bramlett Road site carries the texture of Greenville’s manufacturing past, from early production ventures to a lasting textile presence.
02
Textile Legacy
Southern Weaving helped connect Greenville’s mill economy to automotive manufacturing, military supply, and safety materials.
03
Modern Gathering
The Factory preserves the character of the building while giving the community a flexible setting for events and celebrations.