Converse College

Converse College is a South Carolina historical marker in Spartanburg, Spartanburg County.

Spartanburg County · Entrance to Converse College Campus, E Main St., Spartanburg, Spartanburg

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Founded by citizens of Spartanburg in 1889 for the liberal education of women. Named for Dexter Edgar Converse, pioneer textile manufacturer. Opened in 1890 on this site, the grounds of which have been used for educational purposes since 1849.

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Marker data: South Carolina Historical Marker Program, SC Department of Archives and History
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Converse College Historic District240 ft

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