Home Sweet Creek

With your support and involvement, we're working to protect Knitting Mill Creek and create a global model for eco-minded living.

A woman and her dog walking in the Knitting Mill Creek area of Norfolk

In the EcoDistrict, we're restoring Knitting Mill Creek’s wetlands by reducing runoff pollution and increasing public access to the water. Join us as we create a sense of belonging for everyone – including our most vulnerable communities – and connect people with nature.

You Belong Here

Local resident shopping for vegetables inside Westside Produce & Provisions

Our Sustainability Goals

When you shop, visit and play in the EcoDistrict, you’ll feel good knowing that you're taking care of our Creek and supporting eco-minded small businesses.

Goal 01

Create strong environmental stewardship of Knitting Mill Creek through reduced pollution and connected habitats

Goal 02

Brand, market and expand the existing nucleus of eco-minded small businesses

Goal 03

Encourage understanding and appreciation of Knitting Mill Creek, and create a sense of belonging through art, history, recreation, education and public programs