GREENVILLE CULTURAL EXCHANGE CENTER

GREENVILLE, SC

The Greenville Cultural Exchange Center is a non-profit organization located in Greenville, South Carolina, dedicated to preserving and promoting the history and culture of African Americans in the Upstate region. The center was founded in 1987 by Ruth Ann Butler, a local historian and civil rights activist, and is housed in a historic building on Augusta Street.

The center features exhibits, artifacts, and photographs that showcase the contributions of African Americans to the social, economic, and cultural fabric of Greenville and the surrounding areas. Visitors can learn about the struggles and triumphs of local civil rights leaders, educators, entrepreneurs, and artists, as well as the everyday experiences of African American families and communities over the past century.

In addition to its exhibits, the center offers educational programs, workshops, and events for people of all ages, including guided tours, storytelling sessions, and cultural festivals. The center also maintains an extensive archives and research library, which is open to scholars, historians, and members of the public interested in exploring the history of African Americans in the Upstate.

Overall, the Greenville Cultural Exchange Center serves as an important resource and community hub for preserving and celebrating the rich cultural heritage of African Americans in Greenville and beyond.

GREENVILLE CULTURAL EXCHANGE CENTER is a Uncategorized or General Museum in GREENVILLE SC. US MID #8404500260

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Southeastern (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia).

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GREENVILLE CULTURAL EXCH CENTER
700 ARLINGTON AVE
GREENVILLE
SC
29601-3206

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