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Top 5 Historical Sites In Spartanburg

Posted on 14 Jan, 2024 at 09:16 pm - by

 

Popular by the name of “Hub City,” Spartanburg is located in the northern part of South Carolina, famous as a central part of textile manufacturing. Spartanburg is jam-packed with history that dates back to the founding of the country. From American icons to Revolutionary War Battles to serving as a textile industry epicenter in the 19th century, and soldier’s training site during World War II, Spartanburg is a place whose every corner is infused with history and culture. To help you narrow down your research, we have enlisted the top 5 historical attractions in Spartanburg Sc to keep you engaged! So, let’s get in!

 

Colonial Period and Revolutionary War

Make your way to the Cowpens National Battlefield which is free to visit. You will catch sight of a museum, various trials, and historical films on the ground. History buffs bulge in to relish bike rides, stroll through the amazing grounds, and spot other attractions, such as the battlefield trail and Robert Scruggs House with wayside exhibits.

Take a closer look at Daniel Morgan by heading to Morgan Square where the arresting bronze statue stands to overlook downtown. Wander around the Walnut Grove Plantation acreage and check out the bedrooms, a living area, bedrooms, a house, and more are set up with historical original furniture.

 

Railroads in Hub City

Located in the historical southern Railway Spartanburg, these railways offer an opportunity to step back in time to learn about railroads that were interlinked to the peach and textiles industry in South Carolina. Explore displays related to the Hayne Car Shops. Make sure to pay a visit to gift shops for the beautiful items of railroad themes. Take a walk on Mary Black Foundation Rail Trail to watch the transformation of track beds or discover the Rail Yard or Rail Tail Dog Park to keep your four-legged friend entertained.

 

Spartanburg Music Trail

A few popular musicians had nice beginnings in Spartanburg before going on to create an international and national impact on a few music genres. Make sure to visit one of the best Spartanburg tourist attractions, the Spartanburg Music Trail which begins at the Main and South Daniel Morgan Ave corner. Discover more about the musical acts like Southern rock icons, soul and jazz singer, Don Reno, Marshall Tucker Band, and Clara Smith, plentiful bluegrass banjo players and songwriters.

 

Spartanburg Historic District:

Located in the heart of Spartanburg, this historical downtown boasts an impressive assortment of 375 residences located in a neighborhood, retaining architectural and historical integrity. The Spartanburg Historic District is in three architectural styles that are Romanesque Revival architecture, Neoclassical architecture, and Italianate architecture.

 

Croft State Park

This park was built to prepare the American soldiers for a fight. This park has now been transformed into a natural and lush state park, with lakes, campgrounds, and trails that are just a few miles to downtown southeast. Sprawling to more than 7,000 acres of ground, this park boasts almost twenty miles of hiking and biking trails, numerous streams, and remarkable Lake Craig.

Conclusively, no wonder that this Hub City offers visitors more than what they have asked for. Whether it’s an indoor adventure or a historical trip, Spartanburg will never disappoint you with several activities in Spartanburg. Without any further ado, get on the exploration to the above 5 places to visit!

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