Here’s a perfect outing for the European car lover of the family, or car-obsessed child – the BMW Zentrum, a visitor’s center for our very own BMW plant! Located in Greer, the center showcases the car manufacturer’s past, present, and future innovations. This is the only BMW museum in North America and yes, it is… Read more »
“The Art of Warner Bros. Cartoons” Exhibition in Greenville
You still have time to enjoy some childhood favorite characters from Warner Brothers animation at the Upcountry History Museum! Until May 29th, this Greenville museum will host the international traveling exhibition “The Art of Warner Bros. Cartoons”. This display gives visitors a behind the scenes, or in this case “behind the cels”, look at the… Read more »
Main Street Fridays are back!
Beginning March 18th, the Greenville Heritage Main Street Fridays presented by Pepsi, will launch with an outdoor concert in NOMA Square. Located in Downtown Greenville (220 N. Main Street), the event happens every Friday from 5:30 to 9:30pm, with bands playing two sets. Musical guests are a mix of local and national talent, with the… Read more »
Kidsfest at Hagood Mill
The Hagood Mill Foundation and the Young Appalachian Musicians team up once again for the Kidsfest event on Saturday, March 19th. Held from 10am to 4pm, rain or shine, this event annual event is one of the most cherished in Pickens County, SC! Along with musical and dance performances by local children, Kidsfest also offers… Read more »
Hummingbird Migration!
Spring is nearing and not only are we excited for the warmer days it will bring but also the annual hummingbird migration! These nectar loving birds enjoy tropical winter homes for much of the winter season but during March, thousands can typically be seen migrating through the state of South Carolina. For bird watchers, it’s… Read more »
“Made in SC” Event at Mast General Store in Downtown Greenville
The Mast General Store of Downtown Greenville, South Carolina, will be hosting the “Made in SC” event on March 7th! This celebration of creativity will have a wide variety of vendors that will allow you to discover many of our wonderful state’s treats. Did you know you can taste tea that is grown on… Read more »
The 2022 Academy Sports + Outdoors Bassmaster Classic presented by Huk
This upcoming month, Lake Hartwell will once again host the Bassmaster Classic! This “Super Bowl of fishing” will be held for the fourth time at this Upstate lake March 4th through 6th. The 2022 Academy Sports + Outdoors Bassmaster Classic presented by Huk will takeoff from the Green Pond Landing & Event Center located in… Read more »
Cherokee Name: Skyagunsta
Driving in and around the area of The Cliffs Communities and The Reserve at Lake Keowee, you will note some road names that are from the Cherokee (Keowee being one of them – roughly translated “place of the mulberries”!). One such word brings back history of not only the Cherokee but of Andrew Pickens, for… Read more »
Winter Hikes in the Carolinas
Although the temperatures may be rather chilly, Winter is a prime time to find extra special views! Whether due to the leaves being off the trees or brilliant skies (not to mention less creepy crawlers!), hikes during this season can easily become a highlight. DuPont State Forest in Cedar Mountain, North Carolina near Brevard, is… Read more »
South Carolina’s Very Special Horse: The Marsh Tacky
One of the rarest horses in the world is not only native to South Carolina but has a cool history link for the entire United States! The breed known as the Marsh Tacky is native to the Palmetto State. The isolated sea islands of South Carolina and Georgia helped to create a fearless and tough… Read more »
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