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Easley, South Carolina

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History of Easley

Falls Park on the Reedy

2004

Urban waterfall park that anchored Greenville's downtown revival, built after tearing down a highway bridge.

11.4 mi away

Table Rock State Park

1935

CCC-built state park at the base of Table Rock Mountain, sacred to the Cherokee as the Great Spirit's dining table.

17.4 mi away

Caesars Head State Park

1976

3,208-foot granite overlook on the Blue Ridge Escarpment with panoramic views and major hawk migration corridor.

19.4 mi away

Everything Near Easley

21 stories, landmarks & places within ~20 miles — the same local lore RoadyGoat plays as you drive through.

  • Liberty Colored High School · 5.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Pull over for a moment, and imagine walking the halls of a school built specifically for African-American students during segregation. Right here, in Pickens County, stands a testament to a challenging era. Originally…

  • Brandon Mill · 9.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Look at these amazing lofts! But did you know this spot was once a beating heart of industry, shaping Greenville and the entire Upstate? This isn't just a cool place to live; it's a window into a pivotal era. Around the…

  • American Spinning Company Mill No. 2 · 11.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Imagine the bustling activity within these walls during the height of the textile industry in South Carolina. This very spot, where American Spinning Company Mill No. 2 stands, was once a cornerstone of the region's…

  • Hampton Pinckney · 11.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Pull over, history buff! You're about to cruise through one of Greenville's oldest neighborhoods, where the very fabric of this city was first woven. This is Hampton Pinckney, where the textile industry took root in the…

  • Falls Park on the Reedy · 11.4 mi · Historical Marker

    Urban waterfall park that anchored Greenville's downtown revival, built after tearing down a highway bridge.

  • Reedy River Falls Historic Park and Greenway · 11.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    See the dramatic Reedy River Falls, a natural wonder that shaped Greenville's history and industry. This waterfall wasn't just a pretty view; it was the engine that powered Greenville's early development. Richard Pearis…

  • Poinsett Hotel · 11.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Ever wonder what it was like to stay in one of Greenville's first skyscrapers? You're approaching a true landmark, the historic Poinsett Hotel. This grand, twelve-story hotel, completed in 1925, was named for Joel R.…

  • Piedmont Number One · 11.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Imagine the bustling activity of this former textile plant, now a burned-out National Historic Landmark. Piedmont Number One was once a major textile mill in this area. It was established in 1846 by James Bates. The…

  • Springwood Cemetery · 11.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Ever wondered where Greenville’s earliest residents found their final resting place? Look no further than Springwood Cemetery, the oldest municipal cemetery in South Carolina! It all began in July of 1812, when…

  • Broad Margin · 12.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Ever wondered what a Frank Lloyd Wright house looks like in South Carolina? Well, you're about to pass one! Broad Margin is a stunning example of his organic architecture, nestled right here in Greenville. It's one of…

  • Richland Cemetery · 12.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Ever wondered about the untold stories resting beneath our feet? Richland Cemetery isn't just a burial ground; it's a profound reflection on the lives of African Americans in Greenville. This sacred space, established…

  • Table Rock Civilian Conservation Corps Camp Site · 14.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Ever wondered how Table Rock State Park became the stunning natural escape it is today? This spot holds the key, revealing a story of grit and ingenuity born out of one of America's toughest times. During the Great…

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  • McBee Methodist Church · 14.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Ever seen an octagonal church? Get ready to discover one of the most unique historic buildings in Greenville County! This isn't just any old church; it's a testament to innovative 19th-century architecture right here in…

  • Paris Mountain State Park · 14.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Escape to this scenic state park, offering hiking, biking, and a refreshing dose of nature just outside Greenville. But Paris Mountain wasn't always a peaceful retreat. Back in the mid-19th century, this mountain was a…

  • Table Rock State Park (South Carolina) · 15.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Pull over and take a look at Table Rock; its history isn't just about the views. In the years leading up to the Civil War, this area was home to a military academy founded by states' rights advocate, John Calhoun. The…

  • Pelzer Manufacturing Company and Mill Village Historic District · 15.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    This unassuming spot was once a powerhouse, driving South Carolina's textile boom. In 1881, the Pelzer Manufacturing Company began building here, eventually creating five massive mill buildings. They also built a whole…

  • The Esso Club · 16.9 mi

    The Esso Club in Clemson, South Carolina began as a 1933 Esso gas station and holds the oldest beer license in town. The pumps are gone but the Esso sign remains, and the bar top is built from original seating out of…

  • Fort Hill (Clemson University, South Carolina) · 17.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Ever wonder where the seeds of the Civil War were sown? You're driving near one of those spots: Fort Hill, the home of John C. Calhoun. From 1825 to 1850, this was the residence of Calhoun, a U.S. Vice President and…

  • Table Rock State Park · 17.4 mi · Historical Marker

    CCC-built state park at the base of Table Rock Mountain, sacred to the Cherokee as the Great Spirit's dining table.

  • Southern Bleachery and Print Works · 18.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Ever wonder what an English professor and a tobacco magnate have in common? You’re about to drive past the surprising answer. This isn't just an old factory; it's a testament to vision and industry, founded by a former…

  • Caesars Head State Park · 19.4 mi · Historical Marker

    3,208-foot granite overlook on the Blue Ridge Escarpment with panoramic views and major hawk migration corridor.

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