This marker is at the top of the hill above the Taylors Mill factory that has been converted to a…read moreshopping center. It is on the side of the road in front of one of the few remaining home structures and while the home is private property, you can still see it from the road and right-of-way. Worth a stop if you're heading to 13 Stripes or The Farehouse. The marker reads on the front, "This is one of more than fifty houses built in 1923-24 for employees of Southern Bleachery, a textile processing plant opened at the east end of Mill St. in 1924. The mill village and plant were designed by J.E. Sirrine & Co. The village and nearby area included churches, stores, schools, a gold course, and tennis courts used by workers." And on the reverse, "Housing for the plant's overseers was located here on what became known as "Boss Hill." The house on this corner was home to mill superintendents and was the largest of eight Craftsman-style cedar-shake bungalows and garages built on the hill. Houses in the village were company-owned until 1965, when Southern Bleachery closed after several decades as the largest employer in Taylors." [Review 19506 overall - 1077 in South Carolina - 476 of 2023.]

What a great little city, there is everything within a mile, every store like Costco, Lidl, Party…read moreCity, Walmart and on and on and on. Very well planned with wide roads and easy access to freeways and plenty of businesses from every kind, not a shortage of small businesses New housing construction is non existent and whatever is being built is super expensive and small, no concrete slabs bigger than 72 feet so if you want a large house the only way is by adding a second story, boo! I would move here overnight but I don't want to live in a small shoe box

This... is... Spartanburg!…read more For me Spartanburg is most famous for its incredibly cheap gas. Whenever I'm driving down here I noticed that they have some of the cheapest in the country especially at the Raceway stations as well as some others. The city itself is typical South Carolina, close to I-85, and I quite like the area. I haven't played a concert here yet, but I intend to rectify that on the next tour. I was going to say that this city was named after what I did with your ma last night, but that's actually "Spurtingburg."

A small square on Main Street in downtown Greenville is a tribute to a great man. There is a…read morestatue, a plaque and a historical marker. The front of marker reads, "Born in Charleston, S.C., educated in this country and Great Britain, he travelled widely in Europe and Asia before returning to a distinguished career. He served South Carolina in the state legislature, 1816-1820; 1830-1832; and as Chairman of the Board of Public Works 1818-1820. He represented S.C. in Congress 1821-1825, was first American Minister to Mexico 1825-1829, and Secretary of War 1837-1841." And the reverse, "Planter. Writer. Botanist. Diplomat. Statesman. Joel R. Poinsett had a summer home near here dividing his time in later life between it and his plantation on the Peedee River. He brought the lovely poinsettia to this country from Mexico. His cultural interests and scientific pursuits earned him the title "Versatile American." He died December 12, 1851, at Stateburg, S.C., and was buried there at the Church of the Holy Cross." The plaque reads, "Joel Roberts Poinsett. 1759-1851. Statesman * Diplomat * Naturalist Founder, National Institution for the Promotion of Science, forerunner of the Smithsonian Institution. * First United States Minister to Mexico * United States Secretary of War * While serving as Minister to Mexico in 1825, Poinsett introduced to America a species of the Euphorbia plant later named Poinsettia pulcherrima in his honor." Another marker points out the history of Poinsett's Spring and Poinsett's Bridge. The marker is number 23-11 and it was erected in 1968 by the Greenville County Historical Society. [Review 1438 of 2025 - 1362 in South Carolina - 24989 overall]

I attend a monthly meeting here and the facility is always clean and well kept. There is ample…read moreparking in a well arranged lot. The meeting room is accessible without having to go into the actual library section. Our meetings have recently run past closing time but the staff has been kind and accommodating as we scurried to pack up and leave.

This location is easily accessible and parking is plentiful. I have attended meetings at this…read morelocation and the meeting room is spacious and conveniently located. The staff is helpful and knowledgeable and this location is par with other branch facilities.

Beautiful example of a southern plantation house. The house and grounds have a rich history. Our…read moretour guide was very knowledgeable and gave interesting details as we went through each room. Pictures are not allowed inside the house. Some families that once lived here donated furniture that was in the house at the time. The pieces of furniture and accents are gorgeous! The design of some of the tables and even some door hinges was ingenious. This is well worth the stop if you're nearby!

When seeing similar 19th century monuments across the South, my first thought is that it's another…read moreConfederate memorial. But it's good news that's not so today! Located in downtown Spartanburg, the Daniel Morgan Monument was erected in 1881 and commemorates the centennial of the victory at the Revolutionary War Battle of Cowpens South Carolina and its hero, General Daniel Morgan. Morgan (1736-1802) was one of the most respected battlefield tacticians of the American Revolutionary War. The Battle of Cowpens took place on January 17, 1781 where some 2000 Colonial militia and regulars faced 1000 British troops under Lieutenant Colonel Banastre Tarleton. The American victory was the worst loss suffered by British units since General John Burgoyne surrendered to General Horatio Gates at the Saratoga in 1777 and helped raise the spirits of the Colonials that the British could be defeated. Atop a 21 foot tall octagonal Doric column made from granite, it stands 30 feet tall and was modeled by John Quinch Adams Ward who said at the time, "I represented him with a drawn sword, advancing with his troops, his attention for a moment attracted by some movement of the enemy on the left." Morgan does not face in any direction that makes sense until it's pointed out that he's facing exactly towards the battlefield at Cowpens. The first plaque reads, "To the American Soldiers who on the field of Cowpens, January 17th, 1781, fought victoriously for The Right of Self Government and Civil Liberty. We enjoy the Result of their toil and sacrifice, let us emulate their fortitude and virtue. This Column is erected by the States of New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, North Carolina, Virginia, Georgia, and South Carolina. The Old Thirteen States, and The State of Tennessee 1881." There are others. Check out https://evendo.com/locations/south-carolina/spartanburg/landmark/daniel-morgan-monument for more information. [Review 2242 of 2024 - 1205 in South Carolina - 23260 overall]

This interesting three panel display stands in downtown Greenville near the Reedy River park. This…read moreis a mostly pedestrian area but there is street parking nearby. The front three panels read, "Josh White was born in Greenville on Dean Street in 1914. Only a decade later, and after the tragic loss of his father, he became what was known as a "guide boy" for blind musicians. and traveled throughout the south, beginning his own musical journey. During this time, he honed his technique, playing traditional spirituals and later secular music. Developing what would become his signature style. The Piedmont Blues. "By the 1950's, Josh White had established an international reputation having traveled throughout Europe and Scandinavia. His celebrity was reflected in the televised production of the "Josh White Show" in Stockholm, in 1962. "Josh White was an eloquent and powerful voice for justice, equality and civil rights. He performed his music as he lived his life: with tremendous courage and remarkable clarity." And on the reverse, "Joshua Daniel White, September 1, 1950. Testimony before the House Un-American Activities Committee. I am proud of the fact that under our system of freedom, everyone is able to speak out -- or in my case sing out -- against what we consider wrong and what we consider right. The love I have for America, the land of my birth which has given me every opportunity, is far too great to permit of any other allegiance. I am solely devoted to the principle of a democracy like ours that stands for the welfare of all of its people regardless of race, creed or color. "America is the best and freest country in the world. It is the kind of democracy that makes it possible to fight injustice and to achieve progress. I got to hate Jim Crow for what it did to me personally and because Jim Crow is an insult to God's creatures and a violation of the Christian beliefs taught by my father. That's how I became a folksinger. Besides the family, I decided that I have a duty to other folksingers and artists in general, especially young people just getting started. They face the same things I did. I hope they will give themselves to good causes as generally I have tried to do. "As long as my voice and spirit hold out, I shall keep on singing of the hope, joys and grievances of ordinary folk. I shall stand shoulder to shoulder with those who are pushed around and humiliated and discriminated against no matter what their race or creed may be." [Review 2225 of 2024 - 1192 in South Carolina - 23243 overall]

Located in the Old Woodruff High School property the field is still used by youth organizations for…read morefootball and soccer. Most morning you will see walkers and joggers using the padded track. Ample parking and accessible fields make this location prime for hose living in the county areas. There is also a dirt bike obstacle course in the roadside so you'll the bike course first when traveling down Highway 25. The field is well maintained yet it lacks restroom access if games aren't scheduled. During regular seasons you will have access to restrooms and the local teams use the vendor area to sell snacks and drinks.