More than a decade after it closed, the former Camillus Cutlery headquarters in the Village of Camillus has been renovated into mixed-used commercial, retail, and residential space. For years, revitalization of the 115-year-old building seemed almost impossible. Original redevelopment plans fell through, and a fire burned down the former factory next door in 2013. Now, developer Doug Sutherland and Mayor Patricia Butler-Rhoades reflect on the $9.7 million transformation into Camillus Mills.
The project preserves the National Historic Landmark status of the 42,000 square foot space with 29 apartments and 8,500 square feet of commercial retail space.
At its peak, Camillus Cutlery employed more than 300 people who manufactured nearly two million knives. They supplied pocket knives to the U.S. Armed Forces, Boy Scouts of America, and sportsmen for civilian use.
