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First Friday at the Ellicott House: An Evening of Art, History, and Heroes
Step inside the historic 1787 Sehner-Ellicott-von Hess House for an unforgettable evening of art and history during First Friday on May 2, 2025, from 5 to 8 p.m. Located at 123 North Prince Street in the heart of downtown Lancaster, this special event features vibrant artwork by acclaimed local artist Kelby Weaver and a preview…
Read MoreExperience the Historic Bowmansville Roller Mill on May 17
CLICK HERE to register. Are you ready for a journey back in time? Mark your calendars for Saturday, May 17, 2025, 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…
Read More2025 C. Emlen Urban Award Winners
Historic Preservation Trust of Lancaster County Announces the 2025 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…
Read MoreIntern Spotlight: Eric Schubert
Intern Spotlight Meet Eric Schubert. Public Historian Eric Schubert is an internationally recognized genealogist and forensic genetic genealogist. A recent graduate of Elizabethtown College, he is a current History M.A. candidate at Millersville University. His journey helping individuals through genealogy began at the age of ten and has led to countless reunifications – as well…
Read MoreBoard Member Spotlight: Peter Wertz
Board Member Spotlight Meet one of our newest board members: Peter Wertz Peter is a Lebanon County native. He grew up in a 19th-century farmhouse in Schaefferstown and attended ELCO as a member of the class of 2010. He received his undergraduate degree in political science (with an unofficial minor in history) from DeSales University in 2014…
Read MoreIntern Spotlight: Sofia Portillo
Intern Spotlight Meet Sofia Portillo. My name is Sofia Portillo, and I am a senior History and International Studies major with a minor in Latinx Studies at Franklin & Marshall College. I am originally from York, Pennsylvania, but I live on the F&M campus. I am passionate about Latin American History and am currently writing…
Read MoreApril 9: Discover New Architectural Treasures with Gregg Scott at the Historic Preservation Trust Speaker Series
Mark your calendars for an extraordinary evening exploring Lancaster’s architectural heritage! Join the Historic Preservation Trust of Lancaster County on Wednesday, April 9th, 2025, at 6:30 PM for the next installment of the Speaker Series: The Preservation Palette: Colors of Our Past. This captivating event will be held at the historic Sehner-Ellicott-von Hess House, located…
Read MoreMarch 12: Uncovering Marietta’s Founding Families with Eric Schubert at Sip, Savor, and Learn event
~ SOLD OUT ~ The Historic Preservation Trust Speaker Series: The Preservation Palette—Colors of Our Past Join the Historic Preservation Trust of Lancaster County for the next installment of our captivating Speaker Series: The Preservation Palette: Colors of Our Past. Event Details: Date: Wednesday, March 12, 2025 Time: Preservation Happy Hour: 5:30 PM | Presentation:…
Read MoreAn Open Letter to the East Petersburg Borough Council
An Open Letter to the East Petersburg Borough Council Historic Preservation Trust of Lancaster County January 10, 2025 Dear Members of the East Petersburg Borough Council, We extend our heartfelt thanks for your decision to deny the demolition permit for the historic circa 1903 barn located at 5890 Main Street. Your careful consideration and commitment…
Read MoreExplore Lancaster’s Hidden Architectural Gems this Holiday Season!
On Saturday, December 7th, from 10 AM to 4 PM, step back in time and explore some of Lancaster’s most cherished and historic buildings on the Northwest Lancaster Architectural Tour. This unique event, hosted by the Historic Preservation Trust of Lancaster County in collaboration with LancasterHistory, offers an exclusive glimpse into Lancaster’s architectural heritage while…
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