The Newport Woolen Mills, also known as the Dexter Richards & Sons Mill, underwent a transformative renovation. This historic four-story brick building in Newport, NH, once a thriving textile production facility along the Sugar River, was revitalized into 70 new affordable housing units. While the renovations incorporate modern amenities, plumbing, and mechanical systems, many of the building’s original architectural features—such as arched windows, hardwood floors, and interior structural beams—were preserved, maintaining the character and history of this significant landmark.

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The project is partially funded by Federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credits and requires strict conformance with the Secretary of the Interior’s treatment standards for preservation, rehabilitation, restoration, and reconstruction.