National Register Listings in
Greenville County, South Carolina

Aiken, Hugh, House Allen Temple A.M.E. Church American Cigar Factory American Spinning Company Mill No. 2 Barnwell, Arthur, House Bates, William, House Beattie, Fountain Fox, House Beth Israel Synagogue Brandon Mill Broad Margin Brushy Creek Burdette Building Burdette Building (Boundary Decrease) Campbell's Covered Bridge Cannon Building Carolina Supply Company Chamber of Commerce Building Christ Church (Episcopal) and Churchyard Cureton-Huff House Davenport Apartments Davenport House Donaldson, T. Q., House Downtown Baptist Church Dunean Mill Historic District Earle Town House Earle, Col. Elias, Historic District East Park Historic District Fairview Presbyterian Church First National Bank Fountain Inn High School Fountain Inn Principal's House and Teacherage Fulmer, James A., House Gilfillin and Houston Building Gilreath's Mill Goodwin, John H., House Greenville County Courthouse Greenville Elks Lodge Greenville Gas and Electric Light Company Greer Depot Greer Downtown Historic District Greer Post Office Hampton-Pinckney Historic District Hampton-Pinckney Historic District Extension Holly Springs School Hopkins Farm Imperial Hotel Isaqueena James, Louie, House Judson Mill Kilgore, Josiah, House Lanneau-Norwood House McBee Methodist Church McDowell House Mills Mill Monaghan Mill Montgomery, E.W., Cotton Warehouse Old Pilgrim Baptist Church Cemetery and Kilgore Family Cemetery Paris Mountain State Park Historic District Parker High School Auditorium Pettigru Street Historic District Piedmont Mill Stores Building Poe Hardware and Supply Company Poinsett Bridge Poinsett Hotel Quillen, Robert, Office and Library Reedy River Falls Historic Park and Greenway Reedy River Falls Historic Park and Greenway (Boundary Increase) Reedy River Industrial District Richland Cemetery Salmon, George, House Simpsonville Baptist Church Southern Bleachery and Print Works Spring Park Inn Springwood Cemetery Stradley and Barr Dry Goods Store Taylor, Earle R., House and Peach Packing Shed Tullyton Turner, R. Perry, House Turner, Robert G., House U.S. Post Office and Courthouse Welborn, F.W., House Wesley, John, Methodist Episcopal Church West End Commercial Historic District West End Commercial Historic District (Boundary Increase) Whitehall Wilkins, William and Harriet, House Woodside Cotton Mill Village Historic District Working Benevolent Temple and Professional Building Wyche, C. Granville, House
South Carolina was the birthplace of the modern American barbecue tradition. In the early 19th century, African slaves in the state developed a technique for slow-cooking meat over a wood fire, which became known as "barbecue." Today, South Carolina is known for its distinctive mustard-based barbecue sauce, which is popular in the central part of the state.
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Greenville County, located in the Upstate region of South Carolina, has a rich and diverse history dating back thousands of years. The area was originally inhabited by Native American tribes, including the Cherokee and Catawba. The first European settlers arrived in the late 18th century, with Richard Pearis establishing a trading post along the Reedy River in 1770.

During the American Revolution, Greenville played a significant role as a major supply center for Patriot forces. The area saw military action, including the Battle of Great Cane Brake in 1775, where local militia successfully repelled British loyalists. After the war, Greenville County developed rapidly as industries such as textiles and railroad transportation began to flourish.

In the mid-19th century, Greenville's economy continued to thrive due to the introduction of the cotton gin, which led to an increase in cotton production. This attracted more settlers to the area and resulted in the expansion of Greenville as a trading hub. However, the Civil War brought drastic changes to the county as it became a central battleground. The area saw numerous skirmishes, including the Battle of Fairview and the burning of downtown Greenville by Union forces in 1865.

Following the war, Greenville County experienced a period of reconstruction and recovery. The textile industry continued to dominate the local economy, with the establishment of mills and factories. The county also underwent significant modernization with the introduction of electricity, telephones, and paved roads in the early 20th century. Over time, Greenville County diversified its economy, attracting new industries such as automotive manufacturing and technology.

Today, Greenville County is a vibrant and thriving community with a rich history that is celebrated through various museums, historic sites, and cultural events. It has transformed into a center for business, education, and the arts, while also embracing its past and preserving its historical landmarks.

This timeline provides a glimpse into the major events and milestones that have shaped the history of Greenville County, South Carolina.

  • 1786 - Greenville County was officially established as a county in South Carolina
  • 1800s - Greenville becomes an important textile manufacturing center, with the establishment of numerous cotton mills
  • 1831 - Greenville incorporated as a city
  • 1861-1865 - Greenville County and the city of Greenville played a role in the American Civil War
  • 1892 - The famous Liberty Bridge was constructed, connecting Falls Park to the West End
  • 1902 - Furman University moved to Greenville from its previous location in Edgefield, South Carolina
  • 1930s - Greenville experiences significant growth and industrialization, becoming known as "The Textile Center of the South"
  • 1950s-1960s - Greenville County sees the beginnings of the civil rights movement and desegregation efforts
  • 1970s - Greenville becomes a major hub for the automotive industry
  • 1990s - Downtown Greenville undergoes revitalization efforts, leading to a resurgence in its economy and cultural offerings