Ready for a holiday season adventure through Lancaster’s historic architecture? Join the Historic Preservation Trust of Lancaster County on Saturday, December 7, for their Northwest Lancaster Architectural Tour, running from 10 AM to 4 PM. This exclusive self-guided tour is more than just a stroll through history—it’s your chance to unlock some of the area’s best-kept architectural secrets. Click here to get your tickets.
Start Your Journey at LancasterHistory & Step into the Yuletide at Wheatland
The adventure begins at LancasterHistory, where check-in includes a self-guided tour of Yuletide at Wheatland (a $20 value). Step back in time to experience a 19th-century Christmas as celebrated by Harriet Lane Johnson and James Buchanan Henry, James Buchanan’s niece and nephew. From Victorian holiday traditions to the festive spirit of the Second Industrial Revolution, this seasonal exploration is perfect for history lovers. Click here to get your tickets.
Access Rarely Opened Sites & Architectural Treasures
One of the highlights of this tour is exclusive interior access to architectural gems not often open to the public. Get a glimpse of the beautifully restored Trust46 (between 3 and 4 pm)—historical treasures that rarely allow visitors inside. Other tour stops include the Lancaster Arts Hotel, Unitarian Universalist Church of Lancaster, St. John’s Episcopal Church, Mulberry Art Gallery, Lancaster Theological Seminary, and the stunning Conestoga House and Gardens. Each site offers its own unique story and significance in Lancaster’s architectural landscape. Click here to get your tickets.
For exterior views, marvel at the Griest Building, Stevens School, Wolf Museum, and West Lawn. You’ll see Lancaster’s Northwest neighborhood in a whole new light as you uncover the layers of history embedded in each building’s walls.
Meet Architect Gregory J. Scott & Discover ‘Urban Alphabet‘
During your visit, take a moment to meet renowned architect Gregory J. Scott, FAIA, who will be at LancasterHistory from 10 AM to 2 PM, signing copies of his new book, Urban Alphabet. This illustrated dictionary dives into the architectural details of C. Emlen Urban’s buildings, celebrating one of Lancaster’s most influential architects. With each letter of the alphabet showcasing a unique feature of Urban’s work, it’s a must-have for architecture enthusiasts! Click here to get your tickets.
Ticket Information
Tickets for this unique tour are $40 for non-members, $35 for members (of either LancasterHistory or the Historic Preservation Trust of Lancaster County), $25 for children aged 6-13, and free for children under 5. Get your tickets now at hptrust.org or at LancasterHistory on the day of the event.
Don’t miss this chance to unearth Lancaster’s hidden treasures and experience an unforgettable journey through its historic architecture—all decked out for the holidays!
Join the Historic Preservation Trust of Lancaster County for an uncharted holiday adventure through Lancaster’s architectural history! Click here to get your tickets.
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We were wondering if you knew what the structures were right up from Safe Harbor Dam, in the water along the rail trail?
A pier for docking the coal dredges. https://unchartedlancaster.com/scraping-the-bottom-dredging-for-coal-on-the-susquehanna/
I really want to do this one!!