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With a population of around 70,000 residents, Greenville is the largest city in and county seat of Greenville County, South Carolina. Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains along the Reedy River, Greenville is located about halfway between Atlanta, GA and Charlotte, NC making it a prime location in the Upstate region of South Carolina.

Once a sleepy small town dependent on the textile industry, Greenville has transformed into one of the fastest growing cities in the Southeast and a thriving center for business, tourism, arts and culture. The historic downtown area has been extensively revitalized in recent decades with award-winning restaurants, boutique shopping, public art installations, green spaces, and more. Greenville offers an impressive array of attractions for visitors and a great quality of life for residents.

History of Greenville

The area that is now Greenville was originally Cherokee hunting grounds until the Treaty of Dewitt's Corner in 1777 which opened the land up to European settlers. The name "Greenville" comes from Revolutionary War general Nathanael Greene. Greenville County was created in 1786.

In the early 1800s Greenville grew into a cotton-producing and trading center. Mills were later built to process the cotton into textiles. By 1915 Greenville was the center of the textile industry in South Carolina producing more cotton goods than any other U.S. city. However, the importance of textiles declined through the 20th century.

In the 1960s, Greenville business leaders made a commitment to revitalizing the downtown area into a vibrant and attractive destination. Their efforts have made Greenville a benchmark for successful downtown redevelopment and economic growth in the United States. Greenville continues to attract major companies and talent contributing to its growth.

To learn more about Greenville's history, visit the Greenville County Library System.

Greenville's Economy

Once primarily dependent on textile manufacturing, Greenville's economy today is thriving and diverse. The city serves as the economic engine of Upstate South Carolina with strong representation from sectors like manufacturing, healthcare, education, professional services, technology, and tourism.

Some of the major employers in Greenville include Prisma Health (address: 701 Grove Rd, Greenville, SC 29605, phone: (864) 455-7000), Michelin North America (address: 1 Parkway East, Greenville, SC 29615, phone: (864) 458-5000), BMW Manufacturing (address: 1400 Highway 101 South Greer, SC 29651, phone: (888) TO-BMW-US), and Furman University (address: 3300 Poinsett Hwy, Greenville, SC 29613, phone: (864) 294-2000).

The unemployment rate in Greenville is around 2.5%, lower than the national average. Median household income is over $60,000 annually. The city's economy continues to grow thanks to flourishing small businesses downtown and investments from large companies.

For more on Greenville's business and economy, visit the Greenville Area Development Corporation.

Attractions and Things to Do

Greenville offers many attractions and activities for tourists and residents to enjoy, including:

Falls Park on the Reedy

Falls Park (address: 601 S Main St, Greenville, SC 29601) is centered around the iconic Liberty Bridge overlooking the Reedy River Waterfalls. This beautiful 32-acre park features walking trails, gardens, picnic areas, and public art. Falls Park is one of Greenville's most popular attractions.

Greenville Zoo

The Greenville Zoo (address: 150 Cleveland Park Dr, Greenville, SC 29601, phone: (864) 467-4300) is nestled inside Cleveland Park and is home to over 100 different animal species. Exhibits include the African Plains, Australian Adventure, and Madagascar. The zoo offers fun and educational experiences for all ages.

Greenville Museum of Art

The Greenville Museum of Art (address: 420 College St, Greenville, SC 29601, phone: (864) 271-7570) has an impressive permanent collection of prominent American artists along with touring exhibits. The museum offers art classes, camps, and other educational programming.

TD Saturday Market

The weekly TD Saturday Market takes place under the Liberty Bridge downtown from May through October. It features live music, artisan goods,fresh produce, and other local offerings.

Peace Center for the Performing Arts

The Peace Center (address: 300 S Main St, Greenville, SC 29601, phone: (864) 467-3000) hosts major Broadway shows, concerts, comedy acts, and productions by the Greenville Symphony Orchestra in its state-of-the-art concert hall.

Heritage Green

Heritage Green (address: 1 Heritage Green Pl, Greenville, SC 29601) is a popular event space downtown hosting concerts, festivals, holiday events, and the Saturday art market. The scenic grounds also feature a 1-acre pond and 12-foot waterfall.

Greenville Drive

The city's minor league baseball team, Greenville Drive, has been a Red Sox affiliate since 2006. Home games are played at Fluor Field (address: 945 S Main St, Greenville, SC 29601).

Transportation

Greenlink is the public transportation system serving Greenville and Greenville County. It consists of 18 bus routes offering affordable transportation around the city. The Greenlink Transit Center (address: 100 W McBee Ave, Greenville, SC 29601) serves as the central hub.

Education

Public schools in Greenville are operated by Greenville County Schools, the largest school district in South Carolina. There are also a number of private and charter schools in the city.

Located in Greenville, Furman University is a highly-ranked private liberal arts university. Bob Jones University is a Christian liberal arts institution based in Greenville.

Greenville County Information

Greenville is located within Greenville County (address: 301 University Ridge Suite 1200, Greenville, SC 29601, phone: (864) 467-7000). Greenville County is home to around half a million residents making it the most populous county in Upstate South Carolina.

More Local Resources

• Greater Greenville Chamber of Commerce
• Visit Greenville SC (Tourism)
• City of Greenville Government
• City of Greenville Facebook

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