Discover the History
of the city you love
So Many Stories to Tell
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CLICK ON THE BANNER ABOVE to Register now for the Greenville County Historical Society Lecture Series 2024-25! For the next year, every 3rd Thursday of the month, beginning June 20, 2024, GCHS will present a different lecture in the series on many different historical topics and stories. Our panel of speakers are the best in the area. Click at the top of the page for all the information and registration.
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NOW AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE
We are pleased to announce the release of the newly published Vol. XIV The Proceedings and Papers of the Greenville County Historical Society! Covering the years 2015-2020 of GCHS presentations to the community, the history within its pages tells so many important and great stories. Limited quantities are available. Get yours today!
Available for purchase here on the website or at our retail shop located at 100 Lavinia Ave., Greenville SC 2960.
Photo Collections
Take a trip back in time and view Greenville through the ages. We house the largest collection of historic Greenville photography — 5,000+ images that span all the way from the 1890s through the mid 20th century.
Resources
Wondering about the history of a historic home, business or person? Explore our archives dating back to the 1880s, and stop by our 100 Lavinia Avenue location for even more maps, directories, photos, and research papers.
GET INVOLVED
Volunteers are the driving force behind the Historical Society. We have a dedicated volunteer base that comprises our office staff, board and committee members.