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Within the past decade developers, community leaders and city officials have worked together to launch new initiatives to revitalize Spartanburg’s downtown district. This has resulted in a makeover of Morgan Square, the restoration and refurbishment of many historic structures and the relocation of several businesses and company headquarters to the downtown vicinity. Some of these new construction projects include a nine-floor, 240-room Marriott, the world headquarters of Extended Stay Hotels, the headquarters for Advance America and the regional headquarters of QS/1 Data Systems. The world headquarters for Denny’s restaurants is also located in Spartanburg, as are a number of smaller businesses who have migrated to the city as a result of the city’s community-wide revitalization effort. Two other world-renowned corporations that have large facilities in Spartanburg are BMW and Milliken & Company. The Milliken & Company is an industry leader and is considered one of the largest privately-held textile and chemical manufacturers in the world. BMW, the car manufacturer, has a large plant facility in Spartanburg where their ever-popular Z4 roadster and X5 vehicles are produced.

The presence of these large corporations within city limits provides residents with ample employment opportunities right in their own backyard. Combine these opportunities with the many additional employment opportunities outside of the city in industries such as agricultural, transportation, financial and many more. Supporting this bustling economic hub is a sophisticated education system with K-12 managed by the Spartanburg County School System. Beyond high school, students and working adults can attend one of many institutions of higher learning that are located in Spartanburg. These include the University of South Carolina Upstate, Converse College, Spartanburg Methodist College, Spartanburg Community College, Sherman College and Wofford College. Additionally, renowned schools such as Clemson University, University of South Carolina, Emory College, Georgia Tech, University of Georgia, Duke University and the University of North Carolina are all located within 300 miles of Spartanburg.

This Southern city is also filled with a variety of attractions and recreational amenities to keep even the eldest of residents young at heart. Throughout its history, Spartanburg has always had a creative aspect to it. Cultural events and institutions abound and consistently draw large crowds. The Chapman Cultural Center has many faces to it and is home to the Museum of Art, the Regional History Museum, a Science Center, the Little Theatre, a Ballet, the Music Foundation and several private groups in the cultural arts arena. The Showroom has become the new center for progressive arts in Spartanburg. It features an art gallery, film screen, a performance stage and a concert venue. If this isn’t enough, Converse College and Wofford College are each premiere Liberal Arts schools that have strong creative writing, visual arts and theatre departments, and the stages and performance halls to showcase the talents of their students to the general public.

When it comes to special events, Spartanburg residents are no strangers to having a good time. The Hub City Farmer’s Market is an outdoor market that is held Saturday mornings near the historic Magnolia Street Train Station. Spring Fling is a weekend festival held on the first weekend in May that features live artists, rides and a midway for food and game booths. The Annual Sidewalk Arts Show is a juried art exhibition that is held each October during the International Festival. The International Festival is a special event showcasing culture and cuisine from around the globe. Similarly, the Greek Festival is a major street event that highlights Greek food and cultural activities for all to enjoy. Other major events throughout the calendar year include the Dickens of Christmas Victorian holiday celebration, FestiFall, Taste of the Backcountry and Spartanburg Bands Together, a music festival at Barnet Park which raises monies for various local charities.

For sports fans, Spartanburg is home to the NFL’s Carolina Panthers Training Camp. The city is also home to the country’s oldest minor league baseball stadium, Historic Duncan Park Stadium. The University of South Carolina Upstate has earned Division I status in NCAA basketball and is a member of the Atlantic Sun Conference. When it comes to big time college football, residents of Spartanburg are typically fans of either the University of South Carolina Gamecocks or the Clemson Tigers. USC is about an hour and half away while Clemson is less than an hour drive from downtown Spartanburg.

Spartanburg is a diverse city in population, architectural design and amenities. Whether you are single or married, young or old, Spartanburg is a great place to live, work, play and retire. So, if you are considering a move to Upstate South Carolina look no further than Spartanburg and discover for yourself the rewarding and fulfilling lifestyle that awaits you.