Absolutely stunning mural -- the scale, the detail, and the emotion captured in these faces are…read morebreathtaking. You can really feel the connection between generations and the community spirit it represents. We saw it while driving through and had to pull over just to take it all in. It's not just public art -- it's a tribute to humanity. A powerful and moving piece that makes the city more beautiful. Definitely worth seeing in person!

Located in downtown across from the Daniel Morgan Monument, this lovely mural welcomes you to…read moreSpartanburg and suggests that you should "Love Where You Live" and while I don't live in Spartanburg, I get the idea. Some cities have "postcards" but Spartanburg has this. It's the thing to take your selfie (set up a tripod across the street) and post away! [Review 2244 of 2024 - 1207 in South Carolina - 23262 overall]

This business hired a trapper to set a leg hold snare to kill a predator. Secure caging can be…read moreutilized instead. When I asked the company how they could do this they responded by speaking about my character and affirming they did this and then defending it. I cannot support animal abuse for any reason. I work with animals and have secure pens and enclosures. This is telling of a business that makes money off the lives of animals. No compassion.

my wife and i love festivals and craft fairs. well the farm fresh fair is now our no 1 fair!…read morelocated in fountain inn sc it has at least 50 vendors, lots of food sheep cows donkeys and all kinds of local music. as you can see by the photos there is so many unusual items to buy. the prices were super fair plus the vendors were some of the nicest we've met. the homemade ice cream dear me be still my heart! i had the deep dark chocolate with orange and my wife had vanilla mint. incredible! ample parking and a great volunteer staff to help you in your time of need. only held once a year the wife and i will be back!

Having been to the Chihuly museum in Seattle, I was so happy to see this monument erected at the…read moreend of my swamp rabbit trail walk. Walking up on it, it seemed like a huge rose-colored Rock sugar sucker. The base is surrounded with flowers and benches to sit near by. It's simple yet beautiful. The little ladies walking by had to stop and touch the glass. It's inviting. I love little artistic surprises that show up in cities and towns as you walk around. Greenville has so many wonderful qualities all over town. I've enjoyed my short visit and look forward to next time.

We saw this on a map while walking in the park and knew we had to check it out. A little…read moreunderwhelming in person but still very cool!

Walking around downtown Greenville, you might spot this abstract sculpture with a small caption…read morebelow. It is at the corner of Spring Street and East Washington Avenue. The caption reads, "On his journey from The Liberty Theater in Greenville to the stages of New York City, 'Peg Leg' Bates danced around anything that dared get in his way." And it notes the sculptor is Joseph R. Thompson. The modernistic memorial was unveiled in 2013 and is near the historic Liberty Theater, where Bates was first discovered in 1926. Born in Fountain Inn, South Carolina, Bates lost his leg in a cotton mill accident at age 12 but refused to let his disability define him. His uncle crafted a wooden peg leg, allowing Bates to continue dancing and eventually rise to prominence in vaudeville, Broadway, and television, including multiple appearances on the Ed Sullivan Show. Bates not only broke racial barriers but also founded the Peg Leg Bates Country Club, a resort catering to African American clientele. This is a powerful reminder of Bates' legacy, inspiring future generations with his story of resilience and success. A must-see for those who appreciate history, dance, and the triumph of the human spirit. The statue was Greenville's 62nd piece of public art, further enriching the city's cultural landscape. [Review 251 of 2025 - 1271 in South Carolina - 23815 overall]

This prominent bronze sculpture in downtown Greenville depicts two African-American students. One…read moreleft, a young man with an "S" on his sweater next to a girl carrying schoolbooks. It commemorates Sterling High School, the city's first Black public high school. It was created by artist Mariah Kirby-Smith and dedicated on November 19, 2006. Sterling High School was founded in 1896 by Reverend Daniel Melton Minus, originally as Greenville Academy, and later renamed Sterling. It served generations of Black students during segregation, becoming a beacon of academic excellence and civic leadership. The school was tragically destroyed by fire in 1967, but its legacy lives on through alumni like Reverend Jesse Jackson, who was a star quarterback there before becoming a national civil rights leader. The sculpture's location is intentional. It stands near the former Woolworth's lunch counter, where Sterling students held peaceful sit-ins during the 1960s civil rights movement. These protests helped desegregate public accommodations in Greenville, including libraries and buses. There are a number of plaques on display. Perhaps the most poignant is titled "Civil Rights" and is inscribed "The students of Sterling High School were the driving force that promoted the change of institutional segregation in Greenville County. During the 1950s and 1960s, Sterling students held demonstrations, marches and rallies that finally integrated the Greenville County Library and public accommodations, changed the seating arrangement on city buses and eliminated the segregated lunch counters at the former Woolworth's Department Store at this site." The two students are standing tall, descending the steps. The expression suggests determination. [Review 1394 of 2025 - 1338 in South Carolina - 24946 overall]

The carillon's 25 bells float within a basic structure of three painted steel columns, the highest…read moreof which is 54 feet tall. A continuously flowing water feature can be seen at the foot of the tower. The bell tower's open structure preserves the direct view from the RiverPlace courtyard to the river and the city beyond. The design and location of the bell tower and carillon were approved by the City's Arts in Public Places Commission and the former Design and Preservation Commission. It was unveiled in August 2012. The tower structure was dedicated in honor of Tommy Wyche, who was selected because of his love of music and lifelong support of downtown Greenville. Sadly, I didn't get to hear it ring today. [Review 2226 of 2024 - 1193 in South Carolina - 23244 overall]

Everyone is from somewhere and Grammy-winning artist Peabo Bryson is from Greenville. This mural on…read moreone of the walls in The Commons at Welborn honors the local native who is best known for singing the songs in two Disney films: the title song from "Beauty and the Beast" with Celine Dion and "A Whole New World" from the movie "Aladdin" with Lea Salonga. The mural was unveiled in September 2024 as a tribute to the legend. If you're at The Commons, check it out! [Review 2220 of 2024 - 1190 in South Carolina - 23238 overall]