DUTCH SQUARE MALL
CAMPUS
The Vision
The vision is to transform it into Compass Premium Mall, featuring surrounding hotels and condominiums, and to make it a new tourist attraction over the next 10-15 years.
In the News
Renderings of the Dutch Square Campus
FAQs
Q: What is the Dutch Square Project?** A: The Dutch Square Project is an urban renewal initiative aimed at transforming the Dutch Square Mall into Compass Premium Mall, a modern hub for businesses, entertainment, and education.
**Q: Who is leading the Dutch Square Project?** A: Bishop Eric W. Davis and WOGCMI (Word of God Church and Ministries International) are leading the project.
**Q: What was the outcome of the meeting with the Columbia City Council on June 18?** A: The Columbia City Council unanimously approved the project and allocated $2 million in funding towards it.
**Q: What is the next step for the Dutch Square Project?** A: Bishop Davis plans to seek approval from the Richland County Council to proceed further with the project.
**Q: How much did WOGCMI save on the original agreement to purchase the Dutch Square property?** A: WOGCMI saved $1 million, bringing the purchase price down to approximately $12 million.
**Q: What businesses currently occupy the Dutch Square property?** A: The property houses businesses like Burlington Coat Factory, Office Depot, Wells Fargo Bank, and several smaller businesses.
**Q: What is the vision for the Dutch Square property?** A: The vision is to transform it into Compass Premium Mall, featuring surrounding hotels and condominiums, and to make it a new tourist attraction over the next 10-15 years.
**Q: What new facilities will be included in the Compass Premium Mall?** A: The mall will include Compass Animation Studios, an Innovation Center for children, and a Compass Film and Arts Complex with a 14-venue, 2,600-seat facility for live shows and entertainment.
**Q: What educational opportunities will the new mall provide?** A: The new mall will partner with Midlands Technical College and local school districts to offer dual enrollment opportunities in Esports, Cybersecurity, animation, and more fields.
**Q: What educational opportunities will the new mall provide?** A: The new mall will partner with Midlands Technical College and local school districts to offer dual enrollment opportunities in Esports, Cybersecurity, animation, and more fields.
**Q: What is ISEE Silicon South?** A: ISEE (Innovation Science Education Entertainment) Silicon South is the parent company envisioned to create a conglomerate and networking hub within the Compass Premium Mall.
**Q: How much commercial property does WOGCMI currently own?** A: WOGCMI owns over 350,000 square feet of commercial property in Columbia.
**Q: What has been WOGCMI's financial contribution to the City of Columbia and Richland County?** A: Over its 24 years of ministry, WOGCMI has contributed more than $50 million to the City of Columbia and Richland County.