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Celebrate September’s First Friday with art at the historic 1787 Ellicott House
Join us on Friday, September 6, from 5 to 8 pm, at the historic 1787 Ellicott House, located at 123 North Prince Street, Lancaster, PA, for a special First Friday event hosted by the Historic Preservation Trust of Lancaster County. This event will feature two incredible local artists: Kimberly Reddinger-Weit and Evanna Morris. Kimberly Reddinger…
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Uncover Ephrata’s Rich History with October 12 Architectural Tour
Join the Historic Preservation Trust of Lancaster County on October 12, 2024, for a journey through the architectural wonders of Ephrata. Whether you’re a history buff, architecture enthusiast, or simply looking for a unique way to spend your Saturday, this tour offers a captivating glimpse into the buildings that have shaped the town’s character over…
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Jordan Knisely to be featured artist at August First Friday Open House
We are excited to announce Jordan Knisely as our featured local artist for August 2024. This exhibit will take place on Friday, August 2, from 5 PM to 8 PM. The event will be held at the historic Sehner-Ellicott-Von Hess House, located at 123 N Prince Street in Downtown Lancaster on Gallery Row. Meet the…
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Historic Preservation Trust of Lancaster County hosts artist Ceanna Davis for July First Friday event
We are excited to announce Ceanna Davis as our featured local artist for July 2024. This exhibit will take place on Friday, July 5, from 5 PM to 8 PM. The event will be held at the historic Sehner-Ellicott-Von Hess House, located at 123 N Prince Street in Downtown Lancaster on Gallery Row. Ceanna Davis…
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Addvent Lancaster Presents “Art of Adventure” at Ellicott House on May 3
Lancaster, PA – The Historic Preservation Trust of Lancaster County is thrilled to partner with Addvent Lancaster for an enchanting evening of art and exploration during Downtown Lancaster’s First Friday. This event will take place at the Sehner-Ellicott-Von Hess House on Gallery Row, located at 123 N Prince Street, from 5 to 8 pm. Addvent Lancaster…
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2024 C. Emlen Urban Award Winners
Historic Preservation Trust of Lancaster County Announces the 2024 Recipients of their Annual C. Emlen Urban Awards The C. Emlen Urban Awards recognize people and projects for their efforts in preserving significant historic sites in Lancaster County. Founded in 1966 to “stem the rapid destruction of historic properties in Lancaster County,” the Historic Preservation Trust…
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C. Emlen Urban Walking Tour 2024
Explore the Architectural Wonders of Lancaster with C. Emlen Urban Saturday, June 15, 2024 9:00 am – 5:00 pm – Overview – Starting Point Sehner-Ellicott-von Hess House (123 N. Prince Street, Lancaster, PA – the Trust’s headquarters) Schedule Tours begin at 9:00 AM, with the last tour departing at 4:00 PM. Departures are hourly. Capacity…