Experience the Historic Bowmansville Roller Mill on April 18

By Adam Zurn | March 18, 2026

CLICK HERE to register. Are you ready for a journey back in time? Mark your calendars for Saturday, April 18, 2026, because the Historic Preservation Trust of Lancaster County is inviting you to experience the magic of the 1850 Bowmansville Roller Mill. From noon to 5 pm, visitors will have the unique opportunity to step…

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2026 C. Emlen Urban Award Winners

By Devin Keifer | March 12, 2026
C.EMLEN URBAN AWARDS

Historic Preservation Trust of Lancaster County Announces 2026 C. Emlen Urban Award Recipients This year marks the 60th anniversary of the Historic Preservation Trust of Lancaster County whose mission is “To preserve and protect Lancaster County’s rich historic and architectural character through education, advocacy and direct action.” These annual awards recognize outstanding efforts in historic…

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Sip, Savor, & Learn: Carpentry Tools that Built Lancaster

By HPTrust Manager | August 19, 2025

Wednesday, September 10, 2025 | 5:30 PMSehner-Ellicott-von Hess House, 123 North Prince Street, Lancaster, PA$37.50 per person | Limited to 40 guests Join the Historic Preservation Trust of Lancaster County for our September installment of the Sip, Savor, & Learn Speaker Series as we uncover the fascinating world of early carpentry and the tools that…

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‘Barn Again’ First Friday at the Ellicott House with Lisa Troupe

By HPTrust Manager | August 6, 2025

Join Lancaster County artist Lisa Troupe for a September 5th First Friday artist reception at the historic 1787 Sehner-Ellicott-von Hess House featuring small, whimsical works rooted in the Japanese aesthetic of wabi sabi, embracing the beauty of imperfection. Each 6” x 6” panel is an exploration of layered surfaces that are scraped, obscured, and revealed…

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Retracing Lafayette’s 1825 Journey Through Lancaster County

By HP Admin | July 21, 2025

In July 1825, the Marquis de Lafayette—revered French hero of the American Revolution—made a historic visit to Lancaster County as part of his famed “Farewell Tour of America.” At the age of just 19, Lafayette had crossed the Atlantic to fight for American independence, forging a lasting bond with the young nation. Wounded at the…

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SHAWorkshop Open House & Tool Drive

By HPTrust Manager | July 11, 2025

🛠️✨ Exciting things are happening in Lancaster! The Historic Preservation Trust of Lancaster County is proud to be the fiscal sponsor for SHAWorkshop during its initial phase—and you’re invited to be part of it! 📆 Join us Saturday, July 26, 2025, for an Open House & Tool Drive📍Tour the space🤝 Meet the team🧰 Donate tools💬…

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August 2025 Speaker Series featuring Charles Stewart

By HPTrust Manager | June 26, 2025

What really happened to the Native American tribe for whom our local rivers—the Conestoga and Susquehanna—are named? Join the Historic Preservation Trust of Lancaster County on Wednesday, August 13, for an evening of discovery as we welcome local author, researcher, and podcast host Charles Stewart for our August Speaker Series presentation. 📅 Date: Wednesday, August…

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