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    Lititz Historical Foundation

    145 E Main St, Lititz, PA     (717) 627-4636

    5 out of 5 based on 3 ratings

    1749 - 250th Anniversary - 1999 In essentials unity, in non-essentials liberty, in all things love. The Warwick Gemeinhaus was consecrated February 9, 1749. This date serves as the founding date for the Warwick Congregation, wh... hmdb.org

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    Landis Valley Farm Museum ;

    2451 Kissel Hill Rd, Lancaster, PA     (717) 569-0401

    3 out of 5 based on 6 ratings

    The museum boasts over 100 acres and many historic buildings, as well as a wide variety of exhibits and artifacts from the period. The museum, a living history center, also hosts classes and workshops all year round... americanheritage.com

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    Historic Rock Ford Plantation

    881 Rockford Rd, Lancaster, PA     (717) 392-7223

    5 out of 5 based on 4 ratings

    Hand's Georgian brick mansion stands on the banks of the Conestoga River and is surrounded by over 32 acres of land. After the war, Hand retired to the mansion and lived out his days in the scenic Pennsylvania count... americanheritage.com

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    Lancaster County Historical Society

    230 N President Ave, Lancaster, PA     (717) 299-8218
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    3 out of 5 based on 69 ratings

    Formed on May 10, 1729 out of Chester County. Named for Lancashire in England. County seat, Lancaster, was chartered a borough in 1742; a city in 1818. It was the State capital, 1799-1812. County is noted for its rich far... citysearch.com

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    James Buchanan Foundation

    1120 Marietta Ave, Lancaster, PA     (717) 392-8721

    3 out of 5 based on 3 ratings

    President of the United States 1857 1861 Given in memory by Dulon F. Buchmiller hmdb.org

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    Andrew Ellicott

    Lancaster Ave, Lancaster, PA    

    0 out of 5 based on 0 ratings

    Surveyor, mathematician, astronomer. Secretary, Pennsylvania Land Office, 1801-08. In 1803, while living here, he taught Meriwether Lewis surveying and navigation skills. Helped survey & draw boundaries of New York, Pennsylvani... hmdb.org

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    Boehm's Chapel

    13 W Boehms Rd, Willow Street, PA    

    1 out of 5 based on 1 ratings

    Built 1791, this "Temple of Limestone" is the oldest existing structure designed for Methodist use in Pennsylvania, and one of the oldest in the U.S. Erected on land formerly owned by Bishop Martin Boehm, co-founder of the Unit... hmdb.org

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    Fulton Opera House

    Lancaster, PA    

    0 out of 5 based on 0 ratings

    Built in 1852 and named Fulton Hall in honor of Robert Fulton. It is considered an excellent example of the 19th century "Opera House." For more than 75 years, every major star of the American theatre appeared on its stage. hmdb.org

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    Manheim Historical Society

    88 S Grant St, Manheim, PA     (717) 665-7989

    0 out of 5 based on 0 ratings

    This society, founded in 1964, has concentrated on collecting local artifacts and preserving the historic landmarks that have characterized the Borough of Manheim. americanheritage.com

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    Demuth Foundation

    120 E King St, Lancaster, PA     (717) 299-9940

    0 out of 5 based on 0 ratings

    The Demuth Museum is dedicated to developing awareness, understanding and appreciation of the artwork and legacy of Charles Demuth, renowned American modernist painter and his family's contributions to the Lancaster commu... museumsusa.org

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    Amish Village ;

    Pennsylvania 896, Strasburg, PA     (717) 687-8511

    4 out of 5 based on 2 ratings

    Old Order Amish farmhouse, blacksmith shop, one room schoolhouse, barn & animals, smokehouse, buggies, waterwheel and windmill stepintohistory.com

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    Wheatland Estate

    Lancaster, PA     (717) 392-8721

    4 out of 5 based on 1 ratings

    Built in 1828, Buchanan purchased the property in 1848 from a Philadelphia attorney. Today, the property includes three outbuildings and some small gardens. Visitors can explore the grounds and learn about the life ... americanheritage.com

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    Herr Family Homestead

    1756 Nissley Rd, Landisville, PA     (717) 898-8822

    4 out of 5 based on 1 ratings

    The original 92 acre property was owned by members of the Herr family since 1844. Although the date stone on the house reads 1852, there is evidence that the north side of the house was erected earlier. The first fa... americanheritage.com

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    Evangelical Historical Society

    555 W James St, Lancaster, PA     (717) 290-8734

    0 out of 5 based on 0 ratings

    The society is located on the second floor of the Philip Schaff Library at Lancaster Theological Seminary, Lancaster, Pennsylvania. It is open to the public for research and education. americanheritage.com

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    Strasburg Rail Road

    Strasburg Pike, Lancaster, PA    

    0 out of 5 based on 0 ratings

    Established in 1832 in response to the Philadelphia & Columbia Railroad's bypass of Strasburg, it remains the oldest American railroad operating under its original charter. Local railroad enthusiasts saved it from abandonment i... hmdb.org

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    Ruamie Hill Binns

    Lancaster, PA    

    0 out of 5 based on 0 ratings

    1914 - 2002 Civic Leader ? Volunteer ? Philanthropist ? Friend She shared her talents and her spirit with Lancaster for six decades, including leadership roles in family and children's services, the Junior League, the Community... hmdb.org