Greenville in Greenville County, South Carolina — The American South (South Atlantic)
Harper Plaza
Photographed by Brian Scott, February 15, 2009
1. Harper Plaza Marker
Entrepreneur Civil Leader Philanthropist
Whose lasting influence and generosity in this community are symbolized here in ensuring granite and flowing water.
He donated the site of the plaza to the Greenville Foundation in 1969. Through further donations in 1996, he made possible the beautification of the plaza.
These gifts are representative of the thoughtful spirit by which Caldwell Harper has helped shape the destiny of Greenville.
Erected 1997.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Charity & Public Work • Man-Made Features. A significant historical year for this entry is 1969.
Location. 34° 50.833′ N, 82° 24.033′ W. Marker is in Greenville, South Carolina, in Greenville County. It is at the intersection of South Main Street and West Broad Street, on the right when traveling south on South Main Street. Marker is located near the entrance of the Peace Center for the Performing Arts. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Greenville SC 29601, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in Upstate. It is also in the American South, specifically in the Deep South, in Appalachia, and specifically in Southern Appalachia. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region, North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the original Cherokee Nation, the territory of the Mississippian Culture, one of the original Thirteen Colonies, one of the Confederate States of America, and the Antebellum South.
Other nearby markers. At least 10 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Roger Craft Peace Plaza (within shouting distance of this marker); Spirit of Freedom (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); City of Greenville 9-11 Memorial (about 300 feet away); Wyche Pavilion
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Other markers no longer nearby. Guilford Courthouse Flag (was a few steps from this marker but has been permanently removed); The Moultrie Flag (was a few steps from this marker but has been permanently removed); Old Glory (was a few steps from this marker but has been permanently removed); Greenville's General (was within shouting distance of this marker but has been permanently removed); Francis Marion (was within shouting distance of this marker but has been permanently removed); Thomas Sumter (was within shouting distance of this marker but has been permanently removed); Andrew Pickens (was within
Photographed by Brian Scott, February 15, 2009
2. Harper Plaza -
Tall Building in Right Background
is Old Chamber of Commerce Building
Tall Building in Right Background
is Old Chamber of Commerce Building
Also see . . . The Peace Center. Each year, The Peace Center in Greenville, SC presents the finest professional performances the world has to offer - from Spamlot to Tony Bennett and more! (Submitted on February 17, 2009, by Brian Scott of Anderson, South Carolina.)
Photographed by Brian Scott, February 28, 2010
3. Harper Plaza
Photographed by Brian Scott, February 15, 2009
4. Harper Plaza Fountain
Photographed by Brian Scott, February 15, 2009
5. The Peace Center for the Performing Arts -
Facing the Harper Plaza
Facing the Harper Plaza
Photographed by Brian Scott, February 28, 2010
6. Peace Center with Harper Plaza in Far Right
Credits. This page was last revised on December 13, 2019. It was originally submitted on February 17, 2009, by Brian Scott of Anderson, South Carolina. This page has been viewed 1,228 times since then and 11 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on February 17, 2009, by Brian Scott of Anderson, South Carolina. 3. submitted on March 27, 2010, by Brian Scott of Anderson, South Carolina. 4, 5. submitted on February 17, 2009, by Brian Scott of Anderson, South Carolina. 6. submitted on March 31, 2010, by Brian Scott of Anderson, South Carolina.
