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October 6: Tales of History and Adventure in Shenks Ferry Presentation

Join me on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at 7:00 PM at Pavilion #22 in Lancaster County Central…

October 3: Safe Harbor Dam celebrates 95 years with ‘Fish & Fun’ event

Join me on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at Safe Harbor Dam for a morning of family…

Hidden Lancaster: A Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt Through the Red Rose City

Hidden Lancaster is a fun, interactive scavenger hunt app that invites users to explore downtown Lancaster,…

Landis Valley Antique Toolbox: October Mystery Tool

Welcome back to the Antique Toolbox brought to you by the Landis Valley Village and Farm…

When Lititz Built a Road-O-Plane: Inside Cory Van Brookhoven’s New Book of Local Postcards

Postcards of the Lititz Area, a new book by Cory Van Brookhoven, showcases over 500 images,…

Own Your Very Own Island Retreat on the Susquehanna

Who said you have to be a billionaire to own your own island? Here's your chance…

October 17: Marietta History Hike with Jeffrey Hudson

Join retired history teacher and longtime Marietta resident Jeffrey Hudson on Saturday, October 17, 2026, at…

October 13: ‘Ghosts, Monsters, and Tales of Adventure’ Presentation at the Manheim Township Public Library

Are you brave enough for a night of Lancaster’s haunted legends? 👻 Join Uncharted Lancaster’s Adam…

When Gettysburg Came to Marietta: A Susquehanna River Town Faces the Civil War

In 1863, the Gettysburg Campaign brought the Civil War's realities close to Marietta, Lancaster County. As…

The Manheim Tragedy

In December 1857, the brutal murders of Anna Garber and Elizabeth Ream shocked Lancaster County. The…

Peculiar Names: Noodle Doosie

Noodle Doosie, a once-familiar name in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, refers to a small area that is…

September 26: Marietta History Hike with Jeffrey Hudson

Join retired history teacher and longtime Marietta resident Jeffrey Hudson on Saturday, September 26, 2026, at…

October 3: Elizabethtown History Hike with Eric Schubert

What built Elizabethtown? It was more than beautiful homes. It was farmers bringing goods to market,…

Landis Valley Antique Toolbox: September Mystery Tool

Welcome back to the Antique Toolbox brought to you by the Landis Valley Village and Farm…

September 19: Legendary Tales from the Mighty Susquehanna Presentation

Join me for an afternoon of Legendary Tales from the Mighty Susquehanna on Saturday, September 19,…

September 9: Preservation Happy Hour / Speaker Series – Continental Congress in Lancaster

Raise a glass to the day Lancaster became the capital of the United States! Join me…

On This Day in 1823: The Bank Robbery That Saved Marietta

On this day in 1823, three masked men allegedly robbed the Marietta and Susquehanna Trading Company.…

September 26: Lancaster Makes History Again at the First Lancaster Capital Day Festival

On September 26, 2026, from 10 am to 5 pm, Lancaster will host its inaugural Capital…

October 18: History, Lore & Trivia at Historic Rock Ford

History, river legends, and a little friendly competition are coming to Historic Rock Ford! Join me…

September 19: Marietta Industry History Hike with David Haneman

Adventure awaits along the banks of the Susquehanna! Join David Haneman, President of Rivertownes, PA, USA,…

August 28: Continental Congress in Lancaster Presentation in Mt. Gretna

Join Adam Zurn at the Hall of Philosophy in Mt. Gretna on Friday, August 28, 2026,…

August 22: Book Signing & Story Time Reading at the Lancaster Troll Market

👻 Meet the Author at the Lancaster Troll Market! 🧙‍♂️ Join me, Adam Zurn, on Saturday,…