Background

Seven-Star Factory lives at Riverview Station, where history inspires creativity.   Built on the shores of the French Broad River in 1902, it was the heart of a booming industrial district serving a rapidly-growing Asheville.  For nearly 50 years, the building housed one of the largest leather-making businesses in the country, the Hans Rees Tannery.  Later, a series of textile companies such as Ness Brothers, Burlington Industries, and American Threshold used the space to spin yarn and weave blankets.  More recently, non-woven materials like surgical gowns were produced there.

In the 1990's, the building was humming with life again when The Candle Station moved its headquarters there - for 20 years they produced hand-poured candles and unique gifts inspired by the area's craft traditions, and the building became known by this name.
Today, Riverview Station remains a unique focal point for art and commerce along the French Broad, evolving with Asheville's burgeoning reputation as an arts destination.  Serving as the southern landmark for the River Arts District as visitors come from Amboy and Meadows Roads, both the south and north driveways welcome people to stroll the variety of studio spaces and see this history-filled home of an exciting, eclectic community of talented artists and entrepreneurs.