Spartanburg, South Carolina
Spartanburg, South Carolina | |
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Spartanburg, South Carolina Skyline Spartanburg, South Carolina Skyline | |
Nickname(s): The Hub City; Sparkle City | |
Motto: Service is Our Business | |
County | Spartanburg County |
Founded | 1831 |
Government | |
• Mayor | William Barnet III |
Population (2000) | |
• City | 39,673 |
• Metro | 264,230 (2,004) |
Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern) |
• Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (Eastern) |
Website | www.cityofspartanburg.org |
Spartanburg is a city in and the county seat of Spartanburg CountyTemplate:GR in South Carolina, a state of the United States of America, and is the second largest city of the three primary cities in the Upstate region. Spartanburg is located 98 miles (158 km) northwest of Columbia. Spartanburg's population was 39,673 at the 2000 census. It is the principal city of the Spartanburg Metropolitan Statistical Area (population 266,809) which is included in the greater Greenville-Spartanburg-Anderson Combined Statistical Area (population 1,185,534 according to 2005 estimates by the U.S. Census Bureau).
History
This land was for centuries a cherished hunting ground of the Catawba and Cherokee tribes, which occupied land east and west of this area, respectively. This distant heritage can be glimpsed in some of the remaining natural features, though often neglected and in need of help, that dot the landscape.
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- Lawson’s Fork Creek, a tributary of the Pacolet River, was once known for its plentiful wildlife and crystal clear waters. Parks and woodlands line much of its banks (which lie entirely in Spartanburg county) and rocky shoals and natural waterfalls can be found throughout its course. It stretches from the northern end of the county to the southern end, where it empties into the Pacolet.
- The Cottonwood Trail is a walking trail that runs along part of Lawson’s Fork. During times of heavy rain, the creek overflows its banks in this section. Since the floodplain is unsuitable for development, it has remained home to much of the wildlife for which this entire area was once known. Larger animals that can be found here include the white-tailed deer, raccoon, wild turkey, pileated woodpecker and snapping turtle. The trail itself includes picnic areas, a raised path over an extensive wetlands area and access to sporadic sandbars. It is used frequently by cyclists, joggers and walkers and is located just east of downtown.
- Hatcher Garden and Woodland Preserve is located in the midst of an urban environment, but is a welcome oasis of natural beauty. The pet project of a retired social activist, Hatcher Garden has been transformed from an eroding gully into a thick woods and flower garden and serves as a haven for birds and other wildlife.
Early European settlers to this area included French fur trappers, English woodsmen, and Scots-Irish farmers. Few remnants remain of these early pioneering days, but traces can be found, particularly in the more rural areas of the county.
- Walnut Grove Plantation, an 18th-century farmhouse, has been diligently preserved by the Spartanburg County Historical Association. It lies south of Spartanburg near the town of Roebuck and is open to the public for tours as well as during annual festivals.
- The Seay House, another 18th-century home, is a better representative of the typical pioneer home. It’s single stone fireplace and simple construction were common traits associated with farmsteads from this period
- The Price House, the third 18th-century home maintained by the Historical Association, is unique. Its sturdy Flemish-bond brick construction and three stories are less widespread for this area. By carefully examining the original inventory lists of the house, the Historical Association has been able to retrieve period pieces that approximate the original contents of the house.
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First established in the 1780s as a courthouse village, Spartanburg is thought to have been named after the Spartan regiment of the South Carolina Militia. The city of Spartanburg was incorporated in 1831, when the 50th anniversary of the Battle of Cowpens, a pivotal battle of the American Revolution that took place only a few miles away, was celebrated. The city’s streets and architectural record reflect the changes of the nineteenth and twentieth centuries.
- Morgan Square, the city’s primary downtown hub, is the original courthouse village. It was founded adjacent to a small spring (now underground) on the western slope of a ridge. The square's name derives from Daniel Morgan, the general who commanded the American forces at the Battle of Cowpens. A statue of Morgan (visible atop the pillar at right in the photo) was placed in the square in 1881. The oldest existing buildings on the square date to the 1880s. It is now a thriving center for daytime commerce as well as nightlife.
- The Magnolia Street Train Depot is one of the older buildings in the city and stands as a reminder of Spartanburg’s old nickname “the Hub City,” referring to the many transportation routes that connected Spartanburg with cities throughout the region. It is now the home of the Amtrak station, the Visitor’s Bureau and the Hub City Farmers' Market.
- Hampton Heights Historic District is the city's oldest downtown neighborhood, located a couple of blocks south of Morgan Square. Architectural styles in this neighborhood range from large Queen Anne and Neo-classical homes to cozy early-twentieth century bungalows. Although neglected for many years, this neighborhood is undergoing a renaissance thanks to the Preservation Trust of Spartanburg, a non-profit organization that is slowly restoring the neighborhood.
Cotton mills have abounded in the Spartanburg area since 1816, earning Spartanburg the reputation as the "Lowell of the South." Although there were relatively few mills in the area before the American Civil War, new technological advances that simplified the work, northern capital, and out-migration from the poor farms created a wave of postbellum mill development here and in much of the piedmont South. Additionally, the abundant streams and rivers in the area are just beginning their descent towards the lower-lying Midlands region. In many places, these waterways descend abruptly, providing a source for plentiful waterpower. Cotton mills were built along these rivers to harness this power and so began the region’s servitude to King Cotton. These mills, their owners and their laborers dominated the politics and economy of the region for nearly a century. Although nearly all abandoned, many mills remain along the riverbanks, the Piedmont equivalent of Gothic ruins.
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- Glendale Mill is located off of Lawson’s Fork Creek southeast of the city. Although gutted by fire several years ago, a few towers and smokestacks remain, providing a dramatic backdrop to the dam, shoals and waterfalls of the creek below.
- Beaumont Mill is located just north of downtown and has recently been renovated to house the Southern Conference headquarters.
- Converse Mill is located to the east of the city along the Pacolet River and has recently been purchased by a developer whose exact plans for the site have yet to be revealed. The mill was reconstructed in 1903 after a huge flood washed away the original mill.
When the United States entered World War I in 1917, one of the 16 divisional cantonments for the training of National Guard troops, Camp Wadsworth, was established near the town in the vicinity of present Westgate Mall. Many of South Carolina's troops were trained there in addition to large numbers of troops from New York state. During World War II Camp Croft south of the city trained Army recruits. This is now a South Carolina State park with the same name. Some portions of the park contain the original quonset huts (1/2 metal tube structures).
Geography
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According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 49.9 km² (19.2 mi²). 49.6 km² (19.1 mi²) of it is land and 0.2 km² (0.1 mi²) of it (0.47%) is water.
The average annual temperature is 60.6 °F (15.9 °C), with the average January temperature being 41.8 °F (5.4 °C) and the average July temperature as 80.5 °F (26.9 °C). There are four distinct but not extreme seasons. Average precipitation is 47.5 inches (1206 mm) and the average growing season is 231 days.
Government
The mayor, elected in January 2002, is William Barnet III. City Hall is located at 145 West Broad St.
The County Administration Building (this is the old Sears building which was vacated in the mid-1970s when Sears moved to Westgate Mall and renovated in the late 1980s or early 1990s) is located at 366 North Church Street. It is across the street from the Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium.
Economy
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Within the past decade, developers and community leaders have spearheaded an effort to revitalize Spartanburg's downtown district. This has resulted in a remodeling of Morgan Square, the restoration of a number of historic structures and the relocation of several businesses and company headquarters to the downtown vicinity. Some of these new developments include a nine-floor, 240-room Marriott, the world headquarters of Extended Stay America, the headquarters of Advance America (see photo), and the regional headquarters of QS/1 Data Systems. The world headquarters of Denny's restaurants is also located in downtown Spartanburg. Numerous other smaller businesses have also moved downtown as a result of this community-wide effort.
The economy of Spartanburg also benefits from the BMW manufacturing facility located in the western end of Spartanburg County. Manufacturing began in 1996 with certain types of the 3 Series (from the E36 platform) and with the Z3 roadster. However, a year later when the newer 3 Series (E46) platform emerged, BMW decided not to build it at the Spartanburg plant, but instead exclusively manufacture variants of the popular Z4. The plant currently manufactures its Z4 roadster and X5 SAV.
Spartanburg is also home to the world headquarters and research facility for Milliken & Company. With over 12,000 associates located at more than 60 facilities worldwide, Milliken is one of the largest privately held textile and chemical manufacturers in the world. Milliken is consistently recognized as an industry leader, and has received numerous awards for its leadership and contributions in the areas of quality (including the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award), safety, and innovation. Milliken has also been recognized as one of the top employers in the U.S.; it was ranked 16th and 38th in FORTUNE Magazine’s 2004 and 2006 lists of the “100 Best Companies to Work For”.
Spartanburg is serviced by two airports: Spartanburg Downtown Memorial Airport, a small, mostly private airport, and the larger Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) that services most major airlines.
Education
College Town
Spartanburg is a "College Town", and it has six institutions of higher learning:
- The University of South Carolina Upstate (formerly known as University of South Carolina - Spartanburg).
- Converse College - A private women's liberal arts college.
- Spartanburg Methodist College - The only 2 year, private, residential college in the state.
- Spartanburg Technical College
- Sherman College of Straight Chiropractic- South Carolina's only chiropractic college
- Wofford College - Founded in 1854, Wofford is a Phi Beta Kappa liberal arts college providing a quintessential education for approximately 1200 students.
Public & Private Schools
Spartanburg is served by the Spartanburg County School System, which is divided into seven individual districts. Some of the districts share a vocational school. The city of Spartanburg is located in primarily in District 7 of and partially in District 6.
- School District One
- School District Two
- School District Three
- School District Four
- School District Five
- School District Six
- School District Seven
Spartanburg also holds the Spartanburg Day School, a K-12 private school with multiple recent state championships in several sports. Its headmaster is Chris Dorrance.
Spartanburg is home to the South Carolina School for the Deaf and Blind.
Attractions
Spartanburg is home to many events throughout the year:
- The Hub City Farmers' Market, an outdoor market held Saturday mornings from 7:00am - 12:00pm during the summer and fall on the grounds of the historic Magnolia Street Train Station, showcasing local (often organic) produce and goods.
- Spring Fling, a weekend festival typically held the first Saturday of May, has many live artists, rides, and other assorted attractions.
- The Annual Sidewalk Arts Show, an open, juried art exhibition held concurrently with The International Festival on the first Saturday in October.
- The International Festival, an event showcasing culture and cuisine from countries around the globe held at Barnet Park on the first Saturday in October.
- Music on Main, a street concert event held every Thursday (April through August) downtown.
- Jamboread Reading Festival
- The Greek Festival, a major street festival that is held in the fall by the local Greek community. It offers Greek food and cultural activities, and is the sister festival to the Greek Festival held every spring in Greenville.
- Dickens of a Christmas, a Victorian holiday event held annually in downtown Spartanburg on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving.
- Festifall, an historical celebration held on the grounds of the 18th-century Walnut Grove Plantation in October, featuring demonstrations and reenactments.
- Taste of the Backcountry, an historical celebration held on the grounds of the 18th-century Price House in April, featuring food samples and demonstrations.
Other attractions include:
- The Beacon Drive-In is a landmark of regional proportions; it has stood since 1946 and has become a famous restaurant for old-fashioned service and sweet tea. The Beacon (according to their website) is also notable for being the largest single seller of iced tea in the United States.
- Wade's Restaurant which has thrived in Spartanburg since 1947, recently being voted 2nd in Southern Living's Reader's Choice Awards as Best Family Restaurant in the Southeast. Famous for its family atmosphere, quirky billboards, and "Best Yeast Rolls Anywhere!".
- The Spartanburg Museum of Art
- The Spartanburg Regional Museum of History
- The Spartanburg Science Center
- Ballet Spartanburg which has hosted over 22 national and international ballet companies.
- Several golf courses, including two private 18-hole courses at the Country Club of Spartanburg and the Carolina Country Club.
- The annual Miss South Carolina Pageant
- Cowpens National Battlefield
Sports
Spartanburg is host to the Carolina Panthers Training Camp each year at Wofford College's Gibbs Stadium.
Historic Duncan Park Stadium is home to the Spartanburg Stingers in the Coastal Plain League and the Spartanburg Crickets in the Southern Collegiate Baseball League.
USC Upstate Spartans, Spartanburg Methodist College Pioneers, and the Wofford College Terriers offer a variety of sports for both men and women.
Spartanburg is also located an hour away from the Clemson Tigers and about an hour and a half away from the University of South Carolina Gamecocks.
Arts/Culture
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- The Chapman Cultural Center
- The Showroom
- Converse College
- Wofford College
- Spartanburg County Public Library
- Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium
Despite its size as a small city, Spartanburg has, throughout its history, been a fruitful home to a creative community. Cultural events and institutions abound in the city and county and consistently draw large crowds.
- The Chapman Cultural Center, currently under construction and scheduled to open in the fall of 2007, promises to be an unparalleled hub of cultural activity. It will house the Museum of Art, Regional Museum of History, Science Center, Little Theatre, Ballet, Music Foundation and other groups that are currently based out of The Arts Center [[1]] on South Spring Street.
- The Showroom, the home of Hub-Bub [[2]] and The Hub City Writers’ Project [[3]], is a new center for progressive arts in the community. It houses a gallery, film screen, stage, and concert venue and is home to a nationally-recognized artist residency program. Hub-Bub is the creative effort responsible for the founding of The Showroom and, as a project goal, seeks to attract and retain creative talent in the community. It was launched in March of 2005 by the Hub City Writers Project with assistance from private donors and the city of Spartanburg. The Hub City Writers’ Project has been active since 1995 and serves the community as a local publishing company.
- Converse College [[4]] is a nationally known four-year liberal arts institution recognized for its strong music and visual art programs. It hosts events open to the community throughout the year. Twitchell Auditorium is also located on the campus of Converse College. Home of the Greater Spartanburg Philharmonic Orchestra, Twitchell Auditorium has served as hosts to other groups such as The Spartanburg All-County High School Band and Boston Brass. Twitchell Auditorium was built in 1899 and renovated for the school's centennial celebration in 1989. Famous for its acoustics, the 1500-seat auditorium is home to a a 57-rank Casavant Freres organ with 2,600+ pipes.
- Wofford College [[5]] is a similarly prestigious liberal arts college with particularly strong theatre and creative writing departments.
- The Spartanburg County Public Library Headquarters [[6]], housed in an innovative building on South Church Street is home to a voluminous collection of fiction, nonfiction, children’s literature, A/V materials and items relating to local history and genealogy. Additionally, the library hosts many meetings, concerts and presentations.
- The Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium is located on N. Church Street, across from the municipal building in the southeast end of the city of Spartanburg. The "SMA" has hosted various famous celebrities such as Billy Joel, David Copperfield, Lewis Grizzard, Harry Connick Jr., Gerald Lavert, Dave Chappelle, Jerry Seinfeld, and many others. Originally built in an Art Deco style and was renovated ca. 2002 inclding a new facade and backstage with loading area.
Media
- Spartanburg's primary newspaper is the Herald-Journal, a member of the New York Times Regional Newspaper Group. The paper is on the Web at GoUpstate.com
- The Spartanburg Journal is a weekly newspaper that is part of a Community Journal group that also has editions in Greenville and Anderson.
Spartanburg is part of the much greater Greenville-Spartanburg-Anderson-Asheville DMA which is the nation's 35th largest and is served by the following major network television affiliates:
Transportation
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Spartanburg is located along the Interstate 85 corridor, between Charlotte, North Carolina and Greenville, South Carolina. Two spurs of Interstate 85 are located in the area: Interstate 585, which morphs into Pine Street and carries traffic downtown, and the Interstate 85 Business Loop, which brings traffic closer to Spartanburg, following the previous course of the interstate, while the primary route of Interstate 85 loops to the north of Spartanburg. Interstate 26 is the other major interstate on which Spartanburg lies, allowing commuters to travel to Asheville, North Carolina, to the north, and Columbia, South Carolina, to the south.
Spartanburg has access to two airports.
- The Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) lies mostly in Spartanburg County in suburban Greer, and it serves Greenville as well as Spartanburg. Greenville-Spartanburg International is the state's busiest airport.
- The Spartanburg Downtown Memorial Airport (SPA) is owned and operated by the City, and lies south of town.
Spartanburg is served by the Spartanburg Area Regional Transit Agency or SPARTA. SPARTA serves the City of Spartanburg and the surrounding urbanized area with 8 routes leading to a wide variety of destinations. The new SPARTA Passenger Center is located at 100 North Liberty St.
Amtrak's Crescent train connects Spartanburg with the cities of New York, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Washington, Charlotte, Atlanta, Birmingham and New Orleans. The Amtrak station is situated at 290 Magnolia Street.
Demographics
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As of the censusTemplate:GR of 2000, there were 39,673 people, 15,989 households, and 9,721 families residing in the city. The population density was 799.9/km² (2,066.3/mi²). There were 17,696 housing units at an average density of 356.8/km² (923.9/mi²). The racial makeup of the city was 47.15% White, 49.55% African American, 0.18% Native American, 1.33% Asian, 0.06% Pacific Islander, 0.76% from other races, and 0.96% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.78% of the population.
There were 15,989 households out of which 28.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 34.0% were married couples living together, 23.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 39.2% were non-families. 34.0% of all households were made up of individuals and 13.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.33 and the average family size was 3.00.
In the city the population was spread out with 25.2% under the age of 18, 12.2% from 18 to 24, 26.6% from 25 to 44, 20.6% from 45 to 64, and 15.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35 years. For every 100 females there were 79.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 73.9 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $28,735, and the median income for a family was $36,108. Males had a median income of $30,587 versus $23,256 for females. The per capita income for the city was $18,136. About 19.4% of families and 23.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 34.6% of those under age 18 and 15.4% of those age 65 or over.
List of Neighborhoods
- Arcadia
- Asheville Highway
- Beaumont Mills
- Ben Avon
- Bradford Commons
- Bradford Crossing
- Bradford Place
- Bradford West
- Brentwood Hills (now considered a part of Converse Heights)
- Camp Croft
- Cannons Campground
- Carolina Country Club
- Cedar Springs
- Clevedale
- Cleveland Heights
- Cleveland Park
- Clifton
- Converse Heights
- Drayton
- Duncan
- Duncan Park
- Fairforest
- Fernwood
- Fernwood-Glendale Rd.
- Glendale
- Greenpond
- Hampton Heights (National Register of Historic Places district)
- Hawkcreek
- Hillbrook
- Hillcrest
- Hilltop
- John B. White Sr. Blvd.
- Londonderry
- Mayfair
- Moore
- Oak Forest
- Park Hills
- Pierce Acres
- Poplar Springs
- Reidville
- Roebuck
- Saxon
- Shadow Lakes
- Shoresbrook
- Springdale
- Summerhill
- Swan Estates
- Switzer
- Twin Lakes
- Una
- Union Street
- Woodland Heights
- Woodridge
- Woodruff
- Westgate
- Westview
- Whitestone
- Whitney
Notable residents
- John Alexander, born in the Spartanburg District, United States Congressman from Ohio [1]
- Pink Anderson (1900-1974) -- Blues Musician; Inspiration for the "Pink" in Pink Floyd.
- David Ball (1953--) -- Country Musician.
- Kate Barry (1752-1823) -- Scout and heroine of the revolution, she warned of the British attack at Cowpens.
- Greg Brannon- 5 Time Southeast Regional Bowling Champion.
- James Francis Byrnes (1882-1972)-- Spartanburg lawyer, congressman, senator, Supreme Court Justice (only person to step down off the bench for another federal post -- head the wartime Office of Economic Stabilization), advisor to FDR, Secretary of State to Truman, Governor of SC.
- Wilson Casey (1954--) -- Trivia Guinness World Record Holder, Nationally Syndicated Newspaper Trivia Columnist.
- David Daniels (1966--) -- Countertenor.
- Stephen Davis - American football running back
- Grace Annette DuPre (1894-1984) -- Renowned South Carolina violinist and portraitist. James F. Byrnes and Harry S. Truman were among her subjects.
- Hank Garland (1930-2004) -- Nashville session guitarist. Added unforgettable guitar licks to many now classic recordings, including Elvis Presley's Little Sister, Patsy Cline's I Fall to Pieces, and the Everly Brothers' When Will I be Loved. Under his own name, wrote and recorded the number 5 country hit, Sugarfoot Rag.
- Lee Haney (1951--) -- Eight time Mr. Olympia record holder.
- Dennis Hayes (1950--) -- Inventor of the Hayes Modem.
- Walter Hyatt (1950-1996) -- Country Musician.
- Kenneth Law -- cellist
- Margaret Law (1871-1956) -- Artist who studied with William Merritt Chase and Robert Henri.
- Donald Lawrence -- Gospel artist
- D.H. 'Buck' Long (1929-2002) -- Former president and general manager of WKRG-TV, Inc. in Mobile, Alabama
- Andie MacDowell - Movie actress and former model
- The Marshall Tucker Band -- Southern rock band featuring Doug Grey, Jerry Eubanks, Toy Caldwell, Tommy Caldwell, et. al.
- Roger Milliken (1915--) -- Owner of the largest privately held textile manufacturing firm in the world (Milliken & Co.)
- Cotton Owens -- NASCAR driver and Hall-of-Famer. Earned Pontiac its first NASCAR win.
- David Pearson (1940--) -- Race car driver.
- Donald S. Russell (1906-1998) -- Former South Carolina governor, president of the University of South Carolina, US Senator, and member of the US 4th Circuit Court of Appeals.
- Archibald Rutledge (1883-1973) -- South Carolina poet laureate who resided in Spartanburg for about 20 years.
- Ira Tucker (1925--) -- Born and raised in Spartanburg, gospel songwriter and singer, member of legendary and still-touring gospel group, the Dixie Hummingbirds.
- William Walker (1809-1875) -- Developed a distinct method of teaching called "shape-note" singing. Author of The Southern Harmony, and Musical Companion. Buried in Magnolia Cemetery.
- David Duncan Wallace (1874-1951) -- Historian and author.
- General William C. Westmoreland (1914-2005) -- Served in World War II and the Korean War and was senior US military commander in Vietnam.
- Celia Weston -- Actress, "Junebug," "In the Bedroom."
References
- Cooper. Peter (1997). Hub City Music Makers. Spartanburg, S.C.: Holocene Publishing. ISBN 0-9638731-9-9.
- Landrum, J.B.O. (1939). History of Spartanburg County.
- Racine, Philip N. (1999). Seeing Spartanburg. Spartanburg, S.C.: Hub City Writers Project. ISBN 1-891885-10-3.
- Teter, Betsy Wakefield (Ed.) (2002). Textile Town: Spartanburg, South Carolina. Spartanburg, S.C.: Hub City Writers Project. ISBN 1-891885-28-6. Pp. 346. 40 authors provide a detailed community study, using oral histories, letters, and 200 illustrations and photographs. Central themes include labor strikes, family life in the mill villages, Depression-era hardships, race and desegregation, the boom of WW2 production, and late-twentieth-century deindustrialization.
- WPA (1939). History of Spartanburg County.
Footnotes
- ^ Who Was Who in America, Historical Volume, 1607-1896. Chicago: Marquis Who's Who. 1963.
External links
- Spartanburg Nutrition Council
- Spartanburg Herald-Journal
- Spartanburg Tourism Commission
- Official Website of the City of Spartanburg
- William Barnet III biography
- BMW Spartanburg Manufacturing Plant
- Spartanburg Marriott at Renaissance Park
- Spartanburg Discussions on UrbanPlanet.org
- Hub-Bub.com(Arts initiative website)