Reedy River Falls Historic Park and Greenway
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Reedy River Falls Historic Park and Greenway runs along both banks of Reedy River from the falls to Church Street, in Greenville, South Carolina
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was once the site of Cherokee settlements. It became a huge part of Cherokee life and aided them in their survival. This river and its surrounding area began to become settled by the British in 1777, which started process of making the river what it is today. Homes, schools, stores and churches, were all located along the river. Mills were being built along the falls to use the river as a source of power. Ruins of these mills still remain along the riverbanks today. Eventually Reedy River Falls became the site of Furman University
in the 1850s.
in 1973.
The development of The Reedy River Falls Historic Park and Greenway began in the 1990s when a developer proposed the concept of turning the park into a regional attraction. The development of the park began with a budget of 13,000,000 and was funded through the City of Greenville Hospitality Tax.
and brings together many different types of greenery and so many beautiful sites that people of all ages would enjoy. The park introduces benches and swings into the beauty of the gardens and different trails throughout the park. Reedy River Falls Historic Park and Greenway has become such a huge part of Greenville's citizens. The park is open everyday throughout the year and has become well known place to visit weather you're from Greenville or just visiting.
Greenville, South Carolina
-Law and government:The city of Greenville adopted the Council-Manager form of municipal government in 1976.-History:The area was part of the Cherokee Nation's protected grounds after the Treaty of 1763, which ended the French and Indian War. No White man was allowed to enter, though some families...
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History
Reedy RiverReedy River
The Reedy River is a tributary of the Saluda River, about long, in northwestern South Carolina in the United States. Via the Saluda and Congaree Rivers, it is part of the watershed of the Santee River, which flows to the Atlantic Ocean....
was once the site of Cherokee settlements. It became a huge part of Cherokee life and aided them in their survival. This river and its surrounding area began to become settled by the British in 1777, which started process of making the river what it is today. Homes, schools, stores and churches, were all located along the river. Mills were being built along the falls to use the river as a source of power. Ruins of these mills still remain along the riverbanks today. Eventually Reedy River Falls became the site of Furman University
Furman University
Furman University is a selective, private, coeducational, liberal arts college in Greenville, South Carolina, United States. Furman is one of the oldest, and more selective private institutions in South Carolina...
in the 1850s.
Reedy River Falls Preservation
In 1907 the first idea of turning Reedy River Falls into a park was introduced. This idea had been ruined when the city began to become industrialized. Industries and even individuals used the river as a dump for waste and trash. The actual pollution hadn't ceased until the 1960's. Furman donated the land needed to set aside to begin Reedy River Falls Historic Park and Greenway. It was listed on the National Register of Historic PlacesNational Register of Historic Places
The National Register of Historic Places is the United States government's official list of districts, sites, buildings, structures, and objects deemed worthy of preservation...
in 1973.
The development of The Reedy River Falls Historic Park and Greenway began in the 1990s when a developer proposed the concept of turning the park into a regional attraction. The development of the park began with a budget of 13,000,000 and was funded through the City of Greenville Hospitality Tax.
Description of Park
Reedy River Falls Historic Park and Greenway is located right in the center of Greenville County. This area has become known as Downtown Greenville and is a huge attraction with its citizens. The area today is filled with thousands of stores and restaurants. The park now includes a bridge known as Liberty BridgeLiberty Bridge
The following bridges are called the Liberty Bridge:*Ponte della Libertà in Venice*Liberty Bridge *Liberty Bridge *Liberty Bridge at Falls Park on the Reedy *Liberty Bridge...
and brings together many different types of greenery and so many beautiful sites that people of all ages would enjoy. The park introduces benches and swings into the beauty of the gardens and different trails throughout the park. Reedy River Falls Historic Park and Greenway has become such a huge part of Greenville's citizens. The park is open everyday throughout the year and has become well known place to visit weather you're from Greenville or just visiting.