The S.T.A.R. mall, as it is now call, was built on the campus in 1962 as a chronic infirmary. It was repurposed in the late 1990s as a treatment and services space. In addition to hosting mental health treatment groups, the building contains a lab set up like a small apartment where patients learn skills to live independently. It also contains a library, beauty shop, canteen and clothing shop.
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Central State Hospital commemorates 150 years of serving health needs
A key part of African-American health and history in Virginia was celebrated last Thursday, as state health officials and professionals gathered online to commemorate the 150th anniversary of Central State Hospital outside Petersburg.
