Greenville is the cultural and entertainment center for the upstate, including an award winning downtown, a major performing arts center, a 17,000 seat arena, a 340,000-square-foot convention and exhibition center, nationally recognized museum collections, and 39 parks, playgrounds and recreation centers.

How did Greenville SC get its name?

In 1786, the state legislature formed Greenville (originally spelled Greeneville) County, naming it for Gen. Nathanael Greene, the hero of the American southern campaign. The first owner of the land that became city of Greenville was Thomas Brandon of Union, who purchased 400 acres that had once been Peariss in 1784.

What is the nickname for Greenville SC?

Connection City (Quite a few of you thought this nickname would work well for Greenville to highlight our friendly, pleasant city. As reader Marcy C. said, “Greenville is not only an amazing place to live and thrive, but we have what it takes with our genuine Southern Hospitality!”)

Why is it called the Golden Strip?

The Golden Strip is an informal collective title for the South Carolina cities of Fountain Inn, Simpsonville, and Mauldin, which stretch along Interstate 385 in Greenville County south of the city of Greenville. Historically, the term was used because of new water installments added to the three cities.

What is SC nickname?

The Palmetto State South Carolina/Nicknames South Carolina is widely known as the Palmetto State in honor of our state tree, the Palmetto. However, we were once known as the Iodine State instead. Our state has many other colorful nicknames as well, including many for SC cities and towns.