The Peachoid is a water tower in Gaffney, South Carolina. It's 135 feet high and has one million…read moreU.S. gallons of water! People call if "The Peach." It's around exits 90 and 92 off I-85.

I was clued in somewhat wryly by a Gaffney native that this is the thing to see in the area. It is…read moreindeed a water tower that looks like a peach. Given the way it's angled, the leaf at the top is hard to see, and from the angles you'd likely be looking at it from, you might think it looks like something other than a peach. There is a restaurant next door which as of this writing is defunct. There's not much else nearby, but the couple of parking spots and small park set up around the peachoid make it clear that it's here to be visited. There are a few fruit trees, including some peaches, though the fruit appeared to have a high rate of getting hit by various blights. Natural part of a tropical climate I guess, but not an inspiring sight.

This is a great group of people to be affiliated with, the group is completely dedicated to…read morepreserving history and keeping the memory of our ancestors alive.

With much anticipation I attempted to join since I value my confederate ancestry. I contacted the…read morelocal chapter with no response, so I sent my initiation check and application form to the national headquarters months ago. No response. I did get help with my ancestor's lineage and war record. This info was worth the $35.00.

I've passed this historical marker thousands of times and have never noticed it. While on a mini…read moreYelping tour this morning I happened to notice this thing. IT's significance is striking. This is an integral part of the history of Gaffney, S.C. Recently I've developed a desire to uncover the roots of my local hometown. There's a lot more for me to learn and share.

I visited this memorial garden for a prominent local man. This is another example of how a…read morebeautiful park can make our remembrance relevant. There's plaques and other descriptive pieces around here. Benches and numerous other features adorn this place. This is a nice place to relax and reflect. Unfortunately, no pets are allowed.

History, History, History! This marker commemorates a part of our history that should have never…read moreoccurred. It reminds us of an unjust past for a large number of our citizens. This school was torn down way before I was born. I did attend the new Granard High School. It's was at the time Granard Middle School. It was fully integrated as it should have been in the beginning. I appreciate our historical markers because they remind us in many instances ( at least in this case) that past injustices can be corrected.

Why would I award five stars to a local park that has no vehicle access, no public amenities,…read morenothing for the kids to do, only a historical plaque, and is totally separate from the nearby Peachoid water tank of which it honors? Because it honors the importance of peaches to this area. People who just pass by this water tank are amazed by it. Back in time, fifty some odd years ago peaches were the king crop in Gaffney, S.C. Textiles were the biggest employers but the peach industry was right behind. Back in the day peaches from this area were known for being gigantic and so tasty and in my opinion the best in the world. Millwood Park (even though not specifically specified) honors Cherokee County, S.C. and the peach farmers themselves and the folks that worked the fields and made this industry and park possible. This park also allows folks who would like to photograph the Peachoid water tank an excellent view to do so. I thoroughly enjoyed my visit.

Peaches are a thing throughout the southeast and I've seen another big peach in Clanton Alabama -…read morehttps://www.yelp.com/biz/big-peach-water-tower-clanton?hrid=Qmvf8rJKwX-aQB5s1PSHUw - but this time I was actually stopping at the Peachoid instead of zipping past on the nearby interstate. It turns out that there's a park here and it's neat. A gate at the front with a pedestrian entrance but locked to prevent vehicles. Past the barrier, no benches or picnic table but there are plaques that point out this is Millwood Park and why. One reads, "In 1975, Board of Public Works Chairman Jack E. Millwood had an idea to build a landmark at the eastern end of South Carolina Highway 11. Around the same time, it was determined that a water tank was needed to increase the water pressure and flow in the Interstate 85 area. Combining both of these considerations, the idea for the Peachoid was born. And because of Mr. Millwood's ingenuity, a plain, functional water tower was turned into a landmark." Stop by and check out this little park. WHICH IS SEPARATE FROM THE LANDMARK. [Review 20113 overall - 1093 in South Carolina - 1089 of 2023.]

This historical marker pretty much tells the beginnings of Gaffney, S.C. The origins of my hometown…read morehad escaped me. I'd been too busy living in the present to delve into the past. This is another historic site that I've not paid attention to. Limestone Springs park is located directly across from Limestone University. I included a video of the actual springs themselves that no doubt brought comfort to persons participating in the Revolutionary War and Civil War. I remember hearing family stories about drinking the supposedly healthy limestone enriched water here. I haven't tried it as I like the idea of having chlorine mine!

This is a wonderful place to visit when in the area. There is so much information on all of the…read morewars. In fact, I cried in a few places just looking at those who have come before us and have fought for our nation. I couldn't believe how much that they had inside of this museum and how much that I learned. It actually flipped some switch inside of me and now I have a yearning to learn more for when I get back to Boston in the Spring to continue there for the Revolutionary War. They were kind enough to donate some discount tickets for my work place and I can't wait to share them with everyone to encourage them to see all of the wonderful, historical things inside. The staff is so very kind and welcoming. I highly advise visiting this museum when given the chance.

I could have spent the whole day here! The History and Arts Museum in Gaffney S.C. is fascinating!…read moreIt's loaded with artifacts from not only the history of Cherokee County but from every American War! It even has an Amelia Earhart display! She spent the night in Gaffney once before her disappearance! I highly recommend this museum! The staff here are friendly and quite knowledgeable! There is normally a 5.00 dollar entrance fee but it was waved because it was my first visit. I wholly recommend this museum to anyone with a keen interest in American history!

This is a truly revealing history of Cherokee County, S.C. The Visitors Center is located in the…read moreformer Gaffney Post Office. The building was refurbished and transformed into what it is today. It's probably been about two or three years since I've been in here and a lot has changed for the better! Better than ever i'd say! I was very warmly greeted by a lady staff member who was very knowledgeable about local history. There is a lot to see and a lot to learn here. This is a great introduction to our county and city and I recommend it to everyone!

When passing thru this is a great stop to enlighten you with what Cherokee county has to offer and…read morewhere we have came from through the years, it's a recently renovated building that was originally the post office built from limestone.

It was fun , couldn't get into laxer tag kids were teens we even rode in bumper cars n bowled…read more Outside was closed ( similar to courses at beach - was not open looked fun) . Goid was good n cheap. I recommend bowl n bounce lake Wylie or Jrs Charlotte or Carowinds too. There's a granprix in Shelby nc ( new management idk if still open but good good smaller kids n practice swing or small go carting around here - large indoor one in charlotte .

My first time at the Big E. My reason for being there was to join in the birthday celebration for…read moremy middle grandson. All I can say is WOW! So impressive! The birthday party proceeded perfectly well. All Big E staff did their jobs with care and perfection! They were all attentive to the needs of the host and seemed to really want to make this a memorable event for the birthday boy and his friends. There's eight movie screens, a full sized bowling alley, climbing and jumping activities to help keep the kids energy levels manageable. In better weather outside there's also a rather large and impressive miniature golf area. I can't believe that I've missed out on this fun place to take children to.