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About Spartanburg

Named after the Spartan Regiment of the South Carolina Militia, Spartanburg strives to be a progressive town, while also remembering and honoring its past. Standing in the center of Morgan Square in the heart of downtown, is a statue of General Daniel Morgan, who led the American forces to a victory at the Battle of Cowpens. Today, General Morgan stands surrounded by a bustling city center with a variety of restaurants, businesses, and beautiful sculptures and fountains as well as bike paths. Whether your interest is history, arts and culture, active living, or agri-tourism, Spartanburg has something for you!

Facts about Spartanburg:

Here are some interesting facts about Spartanburg we bet you didn’t know.

  • During July through August each year, the Carolina Panthers train at Wofford College, allowing fans to get up close to the team.
  • The Marshall Tucker Band, a Southern rock band, was formed in Spartanburg in the early 1970s. They have made 27 albums and several hits.
  • Every X5 and X6 is made here. The Z4 is now made in Austria.
  • Celia Weston is a native of Spartanburg and has starred in more than 40 productions, including movies, Broadway, and television shows.
  • “Sleeping With the Enemy,” starring Julia Roberts and Patrick Bergin, was filmed partly in Spartanburg.
  • The television station WSPA, which serves the Spartanburg area, was the first station in South Carolina.
  • The Spartanburg Downtown Airport was the first airport in South Carolina.
  • Spartanburg is known mostly as a textile area and has several historic mills and mill districts.
  • Spartanburg is located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains.