Welcome back to the Antique Toolbox! Jennifer Royer, museum curator at Landis Valley Village and Farm…
Month: December 2024
January 10: History and Adventure in Shenks Ferry Presentation
Join Adam Zurn for an unforgettable evening of History and Tales of Adventure in Shenks Ferry…
How the Lancaster Woolworth Sparked a Christmas Tradition
In 1880, F. W. Woolworth took a chance on "useless" Christmas tree ornaments pitched by a…
Forgotten Places: Caernarvon Township’s California
Northeast of Churchtown lies the remnants of a forgotten Lancaster County community shrouded in tales of…
Pennsylvania Dutch superstitions of the late 1800s
The superstitions of the Pennsylvania Dutch extended far beyond Lancaster County, captivating readers across the country.…
The Wild Men of Parkesburg
Before "Bigfoot" became a cultural phenomenon, tales of "wild men" roamed the pages of newspapers and…
Best of Uncharted Lancaster: Top 10 Most Popular Posts of 2024
As another year draws to a close, let's reflect on the captivating stories, fascinating discoveries, and…
The Belsnickel: A Mischievous Spirit of Christmas Past
🎄✨ Meet the Belsnickel: Pennsylvania's Wild Holiday Legend! Forget the jolly Santa Claus—Pennsylvania German folklore brings…
Krampus: The Dark Side of Christmas Cheer
December 5th is Krampusnacht or Krampus Night. For those unaware, Krampus is a horned, anthropomorphic figure…