The Danville Redevelopment & Housing Authority (DRHA) has announced the purchase of the historic Winslow Hospital. The Winslow Hospital was once the medical center for the black citizens of Danville. 

The hospital had been vacant for many years after being built in the 1940’s. DRHA’s interest in the property. DRHA initially sought to purchase the property in 2021, but the offer was declined. In December 2022, the former owner of the property approached DRHA about purchasing the property because of their commitment to the community and advocacy for growth. DRHA officially closed on the property on March 3, 2023.

Currently, no official plans have been made for the hospital’s development. CEO/ ED Larissa Deedrich said in a release that a feasibility study and funding for development must take place. DRHA will also have a conversation with the surrounding community about what they’d like to see the building become in the future. DRHA hopes to honor what the neighborhood was while realizing what it could be and asking that the community understand that any development plans DRHA may make must still comply with federal, state, and local housing regulations.

DRHA will hold a Community Forum with dinner on Wednesday, April 26, 2023. The forum will be held at the Boys and Girls Club on Foster Street, starting at 6:00 pm.