Explore The Mill District
The Mill District is located in North Amherst, in beautiful Hampshire County, in Western Massachusetts. We are the experiential heart to the Connecticut River Valley, an area known for its scenic beauty, arts and culture, vibrant communities, abundant farms, educational institutions, and rich history.
Our Main Commercial Areas are on Cowls Road around North Square and at Riverside Park. North Amherst is situated uptown, just three miles north of Amherst Center and Amherst College. It’s less than a mile North of the University of Massachusetts at Amherst and borders Franklin County.
Events
We host a diverse range of events designed to delight and engage visitors of all ages. Our calendar is brimming with activities that showcase the best of local culture, talent, and entertainment.
Experiential village center
on the edge of the outdoors
Welcome to The Mill District
In the 1700s and 1800s, our part of Amherst was called the Dirty Hands District, because of all the farms and factories located here. Since then, we’ve cleaned up pretty well.
Every generation of our family has discontinued outdated and unprofitable businesses and started more relevant enterprises. In 2010, we closed our sawmill and started building an experiential downtown on the foundation of our industrial past. We think you’re going to love The Mill District!
More fun than a pile of sawdust, today’s Mill District features Food, Fashion, and Fun for your whole family.
The Mill District of North Amherst offers boutique shopping, fine foods and drinks, three playgrounds, and all kinds of outdoor recreation.
Come spend the day browsing our gourmet and international food markets, enjoying salon and spa experiences, browsing local art, and taking in all our General Store has to offer, including toys, games, and a one-way glass bathroom.
Just a half mile north of UMass-Amherst, at Riverside Park, and along Cowls Road at North Square, The Mill District, North Amherst is a great destination for the whole family.
Enjoy a round at Cherry Hill Golf Course or fish the meandering Mill River, while your sommeliers at Provisions help you pair perfect wine and beer with charcuterie and gourmet specialties. Pick up some cupcakes from Alysia at The Carefree Cakery.
The kids will love bulldozing pea stone in the sandbox, riding the pig sculpture in Wonderland, climbing the yellow spaceship, and playing on the lush, grassy Green.
The Mill District is your best access point for swimming, hiking, fishing, golfing, kayaking, and picnicking. Stroll the Riverwalk. Shoot some hoops, play some pickleball, or watch a baseball game at Mill River Recreational Area. Go shopping while the kids take swimming or tennis lessons. Meet up at one of The Mill District’s excellent restaurants for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
If you lived here, you’d be having fun already, and all the time! The Mill District has every kind of housing, from affordable to luxury, including apartments and single-family homes for rent.
Come discover The Mill District if you’re looking for food, fashion, and fun, for the whole family.
You Should Live Here
Talk with Kamins Real Estate if you want to rent a single family house or apartment in The Mill District. Riverside Park apartments feature large living spaces, new kitchens, and one and two bedroom options. Each apartment comes with its own garage.
North Square Apartments at The Mill District offer new, high-amenity, pet-friendly, 1, 2 and 3-bedroom apartments.
Experience The Mill District
From art exhibits and classes to classic car shows, pop-up markets, and block parties, The Mill District offers something fun for every member of your family. So many opportunities for play.
Shopping Near You
Fancy a new pair of designer shoes? Seeking a fine wine and a perfectly-paired cheese? Need a gift for that special person in your life?
You’ll find it all in The Mill District.
Come & Revive Here
Discover The Mill District of North Amherst for breakfast, lunch, evening drinks, or dinner. Stretch your limits at a Pilates class. Relax with a facial. Enjoy a blowout. Down a pint. Catch some rays, or catch some fish.