05/06/2026
We recently wrapped up a flooring renovation across three levels of the Spartanburg County Public Libraries Headquarters, including the new Planetarium Learning Center and the Kitty Black Perkins Maker Lab.
The work itself was a coordinated effort with Harper General Contractors and the library team, fitting installation around patrons and daily programming to keep the building open throughout. (County Librarian Todd Stephens called it "a ballet.")
But the real heart of this project is the stories behind the spaces. The library's role in shaping modern downtown Spartanburg. The journey of Kitty Black Perkins, the Spartanburg native who designed the first Black Barbie. The Planetarium that has already welcomed more than 15,000 visitors.
Read the full interview and project story on our website. Link in the comments below.