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Spartanburg is a city of about 38,000 people in the Upstate of South Carolina, near the foothills of the Blue Ridge, and the center of a county of more than 300,000. It is nicknamed the Hub City because so many railroad lines once met here, and it grew as a textile center before becoming home to a large international business community, including BMW's plant in nearby Greer.
The heart of downtown is Morgan Square, where a statue of Revolutionary War general Daniel Morgan, the hero of the nearby Battle of Cowpens, stands among restored buildings, restaurants and a clock tower. Main Street has local shops, cafes and colorful murals, including the well-known Welcome to the Hub City wall. The Chapman Cultural Center houses the city's art museum, science center, theater and ballet, and the Hub City Farmers Market runs on Saturdays.
Two colleges add historic campuses: Wofford College, with its twin-towered 1854 Main Building, and Converse University, known for its castle-like Converse Hall. Hatcher Garden and Woodland Preserve is a peaceful public garden, and the Mary Black Rail Trail and Cottonwood Trail give space for walking and biking. Cowpens National Battlefield, where Morgan won his famous 1781 victory, is about 20 miles away, and Croft State Park offers lakes, horse trails and hiking just south of town.
Morgan Square is the heart of downtown Spartanburg, a plaza anchored by a statue of Revolutionary War general Daniel Morgan and surrounded by restaurants, cafes, shops and hotels. It hosts concerts, festivals and holiday events. Park in a nearby garage and walk out to Main Street and the side streets.
Wofford College is a private liberal arts college founded in 1854, with the historic twin-towered Main Building, oak-shaded lawns and a campus recognized as an arboretum. Its sports teams compete in NCAA Division I, and the grounds are open and pleasant for a walk. Visit Main Building for the best photos.
Converse University is a historic campus known for its Gothic and Romanesque buildings, including the striking Wilson Hall, and for a respected music school. Twichell Auditorium hosts concerts and recitals open to the public. Walk the leafy campus and check the events calendar for performances.
Chapman Cultural Center is Spartanburg's arts campus, housing a theater, the Spartanburg Art Museum, the Spartanburg Regional History Museum and the science center, along with studios and classes. It hosts ballet, symphony and community theater performances. Check the calendar to combine museum visits with a show.
Hatcher Garden and Woodland Preserve is a free public garden on about ten acres, with ponds, woodland paths, native plants, camellias and a variety of trees. Volunteers turned a former cotton field into this quiet green space. It is a nice spot for birdwatching and an easy hour-long stroll.
The Mary Black Rail Trail is a paved trail built on a former railway line, connecting neighborhoods on the city's south side with a smooth, mostly flat path. It is popular with walkers, runners and cyclists. Combine it with the Daniel Morgan Trail System to explore more of Spartanburg by bike.
Croft State Park occupies land that was once Camp Croft, a World War II army training base, and now offers miles of hiking, biking and horse trails, two lakes for fishing and paddling, and a campground. It sits just southeast of the city. Look for old concrete foundations from the army camp along the trails.
Cottonwood Trail is a nature preserve along Lawson's Fork Creek managed by a local land trust, with boardwalks through wetlands, wooded paths and good birding. It is a peaceful escape within city limits, just minutes from downtown. Trails can be muddy after rain, so wear sturdy shoes.
Glendale Shoals Preserve protects rocky shoals on Lawson's Fork Creek next to the ruins of an old textile mill, including a tall brick tower. Visitors wade, picnic and explore short trails with views of the rushing water. It is a short drive from downtown; take care on slippery rocks near the dam.
Cowpens National Battlefield preserves the site of a key 1781 Revolutionary War victory led by Daniel Morgan, northeast of Spartanburg. A visitor center has exhibits and a film, and a walking loop and auto tour road cross the battlefield. Plan around two hours, and attend a ranger talk if one is scheduled.
Walnut Grove Plantation is a restored 1765 farmstead south of Spartanburg with a manor house, kitchen, school house, doctor's office and family cemetery. Guided tours explain colonial backcountry life and the Revolutionary War era. Check tour times, and visit during living history days for demonstrations.
Hub City Farmers Market brings local growers, bakers and makers together to sell seasonal produce, meats, eggs and crafts. It is run by a nonprofit focused on fresh food access in Spartanburg. Saturday mornings are the main market day; go early for the best selection and bring cash or a card.
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South Carolina, United States
South Carolina, United States
South Carolina, United States
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