Lititz Historical Foundation
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
Landis Valley Farm Museum ;
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
Historic Rock Ford Plantation
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
Lancaster County Historical Society
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
James Buchanan Foundation
President of the United States 1857 1861 Given in memory by Dulon F. Buchmiller hmdb.org
Andrew Ellicott
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
Boehm's Chapel
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
Fulton Opera House
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
Manheim Historical Society
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
Demuth Foundation
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
Amish Village ;
Old Order Amish farmhouse, blacksmith shop, one room schoolhouse, barn & animals, smokehouse, buggies, waterwheel and windmill stepintohistory.com
Wheatland Estate
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
Herr Family Homestead
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
Evangelical Historical Society
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
Strasburg Rail Road
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
Ruamie Hill Binns
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