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What to do and see in Greenville, South Carolina (SC): The Best Museums
Greenville, South Carolina, is anchored by what Forbes Magazine calls one of America's Best Downtowns. Featuring a one-of-a-kind "floating" suspension bridge and set against the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains, Greenville boasts a thriving arts scene, hundreds of restaurants, shops and boutiques, popular annual festivals, numerous historic sites and museums housing significant art collections. Excellent interstate service and a user-friendly international airport make access easy.
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1. Hampton III Gallery
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
2. Greenville Center for Creative Arts
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5.0 based on 13 reviews
Founded by a dedicated group of artists, teachers, and community leaders, the Greenville Center for Creative Arts is the anchor for Greenville's visual arts community. The mission of GCCA is to enrich the cultural fabric of the community through visual arts promotion, education, and inspiration. Located in the Village of West Greenville, in the historic Brandon Mill, GCCA serves people of all ages, ethnic diversities, and economic circumstances in the Upstate through collaboration with local communities. GCCA provides art classes, workshops, summer art camps, 7-week exhibitions, artist talks and lectures, and other opportunities to cultivate art appreciation while experiencing Greenville's growing art community. Visit the website for more information including class and workshop descriptions for adults and kids.
3. Lily Pottery
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Lily Pottery was founded in 2007 by designer and artist Lily Wikoff. Her studio and showroom is located at 220 Coffee St in the heart of downtown. Each piece of jewelry is designed and made of clay and metal by Lily. Drawing inspiration from her background in fashion worldwide travels, Lily's unique line of jewelry is a staple for the collector. Call or email to set up an appointment.
4. Bob Jones University Museum & Gallery
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4.5 based on 189 reviews
Temporarily Closed
Reviewed By 3dogluvr3
The museum building remains closed while preparations are made to move to town. However, tours for groups of 10 or more, and special events provide available viewing of selective and remarkable works on display in varied locations. Reservations are necessary, but easily arranged. I look forward to once again viewing their unique collection of sacred art when their own building opens in downtown Greenville which is growing, thriving, and among the best places to live and visit in the USA.
5. The Children's Museum of the Upstate
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4.5 based on 365 reviews
80,000 Square feet of fun! The Children's Museum of the Upstate is 7th largest children's museum in the country and only children's museum that is a Smithsonian Affiliate. Conveniently located in the heart of downtown Greenville on the cultural campus of Heritage Green, it's close to all the action and offers ample parking. The museum features 20 exhibit galleries that include a traveling exhibit hall, two outdoor interactive exhibit spaces and an outdoor programming space. Visitors experience more than 100 individual exhibit components with a continuum of programming in the areas of arts, humanities, sciences, health, nutrition and the environment. Kids and adults can simulate flight into space, design their own Formula 1 race car or go exploring in the Climber that reaches up to the skylight. Whatever your age, The Children's Museum is a place of possibility where children and adults alike can explore, discover, imagine, pretend and Be Anything! The Children's museum is committed to serving the needs and interests of all children by providing experiences that spark a lifelong passion for curiosity and learning through play. Open Tuesday - Saturday 9am - 5pm, Sunday 11am - 5pm. Open Mondays from Memorial Day to Labor Day.
Reviewed By denisebW4262XW - Greenville, United States
What I love about the museum is the many offerings for all age children. There are story hours, science classes, crafts, traveling or changing interactive displays, and a wonderful playground. I highly recommend a membership!
6. Museum and Library of Confederate History
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4.5 based on 136 reviews
Reviewed By R892QUlindak - Concord, United States
I have lived in this area all my life but I recently found this hidden treasure. I took my son there and we loved it! There are so many interesting artifacts and the person working there that day was very knowledgeable. I got a sense of history, not hate. I highly recommend visiting
7. Upcountry History Museum
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4.5 based on 199 reviews
Reviewed By _claudettemarieyoung - Goose Creek, United States
We really enjoyed our visit to this museum. The displays are arranged sequentially and give an excellent overview of the history of Upstate South Carolina.
8. Shoeless Joe Jackson Museum and Baseball Library
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4.5 based on 80 reviews
The Shoeless Joe Jackson Museum and Baseball Library is an independent, non-profit organization located in the former home of Joe and his wife, Katie. We are dedicated to honoring the life and preserving the legacy of the greatest natural hitter to ever play the game. Through the research, collection, and display of many original artifacts, photos, and countless books in our on-site research library, we provide comprehensive context for Joe's place in baseball history. In addition to dispelling myths and educating the public about the truth of Joe's life and career, our mission is to be an active, contributing member within our local communities, continuing to grow the game of baseball for generations to come.
Reviewed By DannyWasserman - Virginia Beach, United States
if you like baseball, and we certainly do in this family and you are ever in the area, check out Shoeless Joe Jackson's museum. It is dedicated to his life in person and in baseball. He was an amazing baseball player and set records left and right. His batting average of 356 ranks amongst the highest.
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10. Roper Mountain Science Center
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4.5 based on 84 reviews
Roper Mountain Science Center’s mission is to ignite the natural curiosity of all learners to explore and shape their world. Located just off of I-385 at Roper Mountain Road, Roper Mountain contains an array of state-of-the-art educational facilities on its 62-acre campus. Visitors experience the latest in STEM education through interactive exhibits and several hands-on activities. Families can attend numerous events throughout the year including Friday Starry Nights, Second Saturdays and the ever-popular Butterfly Adventure. Roper Mountain provides the opportunity to explore, imagine and grow as a learner of any age. Roper Mountain Science Center is only open to the public for select events throughout the year, including Friday Starry Nights and Second Saturdays. Outdoor facilities including the nature trails and arboretum are open to the public Monday – Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. during the school year. For more information, visit RoperMountain.org.
Reviewed By Greer_SC_traveler123 - Greer, United States
I'll admit that I'm a little biased because I've been volunteering at RMSC off and on for about 15-yrs. They try their best to deliver a quality experience, and hopefully after COVID-19 abates they can resume likewise. The construction of a new building with state-of-the-art features continued during the pandemic, and is now set to open. RMSC was already a jewel, but now it will shine brighter. Whether your interest is the natural sciences or a demonstration farm, RMSC will not disappoint. For several years, until COVID-19, they had an annual butterfly experience, where you were immersed in butterflies with a magic wand to attract them. They have always had a great little farm where you could see heirloom vegetables whose seeds go back a hundred years , Saturday events where you could visit the half-dozen heritage buildings that were dismantled from someone's old homeplace and reassembled at RMSC, and goats you can feed, and blacksmith and woodworking areas to visit on select Saturdays. Volunteers abound and make everything work. They have a Planetarium with the latest projector and an observatory with one of the largest telescopes in the country. The Butterfly Garden is exquisite, and is maintained by Greater Greenville Master Gardeners. Wholly owned by Greenville County School for the past 20 years or so, it is the ultimate field trip. A visit to Greenville on a Saturday when RMSC is open to the public, especially if you have kids, is a must.
