History

Dicey Langston: A profile of bravery in the Revolutionary War

TRAVELERS REST, S.C. – This Fourth of July as the sounds of fireworks echo throughout Travelers Rest, we take a moment to celebrate not just our nation's independence but also the bold spirits that kindled the spark of freedom. One such spirit belonged to a brave, young woman named Dicey Langston, a fearless heroine of the Revolutionary War who left an indelible mark on our local history.

Historic Spring Park Inn restoration earns recognition

COLUMBIA, S.C. – The Travelers Rest Historical Society was recently recognized with an award for their work on the restoration of the former Spring Park Inn, located behind the gazebo along the Swamp Rabbit Trail in downtown Travelers Rest. The inn was one of the oldest in Greenville County and

Local historian remembered in Greer museum exhibit

GREER, S.C. – Upcountry historian and famed "Squire of the Dark Corner," Dean Campbell, takes center stage at a Greer Heritage Museum exhibit that, among other things, honors the local author's life. The exhibit, The Dark Corner: Feuds and Fellowship, Independence, Defiance and Community, and accompanying film, The Man Who

History in Pictures: Former Travelers Rest mayor recognized with lamppost plaque (2011)

TRAVELERS REST, S.C. – In October of 2011, former Travelers Rest Mayor (2001-2009) Roy Reynolds was recognized with a lamppost plaque on Main Street. The recognition was presented by the Travelers Rest Lions Club, where Reynolds served as president from 2010-11.

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