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LIFESTYLES
The Railroad Historical Center offers tours of historic rail cars.
where your Greenwood story can come alive.
For those seeking weekend fun or family activities, we offer art shows, performances, festivals and parades that frequently combine food, entertainment, shopping and good times. Here’s an overview of the organizations
and events that have or are rapidly becoming resident and visitor must-do’s. Be sure to check the events calendars at either GreenwoodSCchamber.org or visitGreenwoodSC.com for exact dates and the most current information.
THE ARTS
Greenwood enjoys a strong arts and cultural district through numerous
organizations:
Cokesbury College, Uptown Greenwood and its cultural organizations, and other historic landmarks. Lake Greenwood has undergone key studies to assist Discover Greenwood in its marketing and branding of Greenwood’s signature waterway. Promotion through additional interpretive signage as well as market- specific advertising are the initial steps that have been taken as it seeks to build the Lake as a larger attraction for Greenwood County in the future. Whatever your preference might be, Greenwood’s diverse community, small-town hospitality, and unique offerings will charm you into enjoying life in South Carolina’s hidden gem,
Arts Center of Greenwood County, The Museum, and the Greenwood Community Theatre The
Arts Center has received significant recognition, including the prestigious Verner Award from the SC Arts Commission
as well as a recent
Greenwood Community Theatre
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