The votes are in for the Greenville historical markers contest. Check out the finalists below, including the contest winner decided by your votes.
Winner
Medusa Tree | We have a winner — 47% of you think the Medusa Tree deserves a historical marker. The almost 90-year-old American beech tree with exposed roots makes it a popular photo spot in our city.
“It is believed that the tree was originally planted in the Furman University arboretum in 1933,” the Greenville Journal writes. "...The Greenville Garden Club created the arboretum using $500 it received from a Better Homes and Gardens contest.”
Finalists
Miracle Hill Rescue Mission Greenville | This local spot has served our community members for ~50 years.
Canvas by Guido Van Helten | Photo via The City of Greenville
Mural on the side of the BB&T building | This mural done by artist Guido van Helten features Greenville resident and educator, Pearlie Harris.
Girl on a strider bike statue | “This statue was commissioned by non-profit Bike Walk Greenville in 2018, and donated to Greenville County.” — Frank M.
It doesn’t stop there — we got more submissions than these. Just check out our map of unofficial historical locations — both locally and across the nation.
