Events

A Lancaster County Story with National Significance Born in Philadelphia, raised in Middletown, and educated in Lancaster County, W. Miller Barbour carried the lessons of his Pennsylvania upbringing onto a national stage. A pioneering African American human rights advocate, Barbour challenged discrimination in housing, employment, education, and civic life. Although he became an important figure…

This year, the Historic Preservation Trust of Lancaster County proudly celebrates its 60th anniversary. Since its founding in 1966, the Trust has remained steadfast in its mission while expanding its reach and staying relevant in a changing world. It’s reassuring to know that, decades later, we are still here protecting, collaborating, educating, and championing the…

Unlock the secrets of your family history! Eric Schubert leads this afternoon program on using DNA and genealogical research to solve family mysteries. Registration is required through the Lancaster Public Library. 📅 Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026🕕 Time: 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM📍 Location: Lancaster Public Library; 151 North Queen Street Lancaster, PA 17603👥 Register…

Join us for the next presentation in our 2026 Speaker Series. Brad Smith will present on the Ephrata Cloister’s role as a Revolutionary War Hospital. Doors open at 6:00PM, with the presentation beginning at 6:30PM. 📅 Date: Wednesday, November 11, 2026🕕 Time:Doors open at 6:00PM; presentation starts at 6:30 PM📍 Location: Sehner-Ellicott-von Hess House, 123…

Join us for the final presentation in our 2026 Speaker Series. Dominish Miller will present on the Lives and Labor of Colonial Women. Join us at 5:30PM for happy hour before the presentation begins at 6:30PM. 📅 Date: Wednesday, December 9, 2026🕕 Time: Happy Hour begins at 5:30PM; presentation starts at 6:30 PM📍 Location: Sehner-Ellicott-von…