From: Jeff Turner [jeff@greenwood.net]
Sent: Wednesday, August 04, 1999 10:17 PM
To: bajjaly@sc.edu
Subject: attractions.htm

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Christ Episcopal Church: 10 N. Church St, Greenville SC 29601 864.271.8773

A Gothic-Revival structure with an unusual brick spire, this was the first church built in Greenville. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Free admission. Tours by appointment.

Furman University Thompson Gallery: 3300 Poinsett Hwy, Greenville SC 29613 864.294.2074

The Thompson Gallery in Furman's Roe Art Building exhibits the work of top local and regional artists, as well as student works. Open weekdays 9am-5pm

Greenville County Museum of Art: 420 College St, Greenville SC 29601 864.271.7570

The museum houses the finest collection of Andrew Wyeth's watercolors in the world. Also, the Southern Collection features works from the 1700's to the present. Tuesdays -Saturdays 10am-5pm, Sundays 1-5pm. Admission is free.

Greenville Zoo: 150 Cleveland Park Dr., Greenville SC 29601 864.467.4300

Wildlife from around the world is displayed in natural open-air exhibits. Open daily 10-4:30pm, except Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Eve. Admission charged. Picnic shelters are available.

Nippon Center: 500 Congaree Rd., Greenville SC 29607 864.288.8471

This cultural center features a rock garden, beautiful furnishings and authentic Japanese artwork. Japanese festivals and holidays celebrated at the center are open to the public. Open Mon-Sat. Guided tours are by appointment. $3 per person. The Japanese Tea Ceremony is $5 per person.

Roper Mountain Science Center: 504 Roper Mountain Rd, Greenville SC 29615 864.281.1188

This science center contains the largest planetarium in SC and the seventh largest telescope in the nation. Call for programs and hours.

Symmes Chapel -"Pretty Place" 864.836.3291

The outdoor chapel at the YMCA Camp Greenville is called "Pretty Place" because of the breathtaking view from Standing Stone Mountain. Located 5 miles off US Hwy 276 near Caesar's Head State Park. More than 100 couples are married each year at this chapel. The chapel is closed to the public during weddings.