In early November 1888, northern Lancaster County resident Barbara Fisher passed away. Surprisingly, inhabitants of West…
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Secrets Revealed! JBT and Raiders of the Golden Osprey riddles explained
After 29 days of heart-pounding adventures and exhilarating dives into local history, the Golden Osprey has been…
Art: Camel-Back
The "Camel-back" locomotive, Class L7-sb, built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works in 1905, shatters the cold…
Lancaster Vice: Trouble at the North Queen Street Palace Pool Room
In the early 20th century, Lancaster's Palace Pool Room epitomized the dark underbelly of recreational spaces…
Establishing Order in the Wilderness: The Founding of Lancaster County
The establishment of Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, in 1729 represents a pivotal moment in the growth of…
May 9: Celebrate Lancaster County’s 295 Birthday at LancasterHistory
🎉 Celebrate 295 Years of Lancaster County History! Join me, Benton Webber, and other local history…
Thomas Henry Burrowes: A Visionary in Pennsylvania’s Educational History
Every May, the Lampeter-Strasburg community comes together for a special ceremony to honor the district's brightest…
The Legacy of the Drumore Sickle
Discover the Rich Heritage of Drumore Township! Nestled along the eastern shore of the Susquehanna River,…
May 3: Explore Lancaster’s rich heritage and vibrant art scene this First Friday!
🎉 Kick off your weekend with a blend of history, art, and adventure this First Friday!…
On this Day in History: Wrightsville ‘Sea Lion’ Monster spotted in 1878
On April 28, 1878, something extraordinary emerged from the Susquehanna River between Columbia and Wrightsville. Witnesses,…
Winter cryptid sighting at Chickies Rock
New Cryptid Alert at Chickies Rock! In the fading light of a chilly January evening, two…
Week 3: Hunt for the Golden Osprey is afoot!
Not as easy as it used to be! Welcome to Week 3 of the JBT and…
Week 2: Hunt for the Golden Osprey continues!
Hang on, lady, we going for a ride! Welcome to Week 2 of the JBT and…
It’s not too late to join the JBT and Raiders of the Lost Osprey Treasure Hunt!
It's Not Too Late to Join the Raiders of the Lost Osprey Treasure Hunt! Hey adventurers!…
Week 1: Hunt for the Golden Osprey begins!
Hold on to your potatoes!🥔 It's finally here—Week 1 of the JBT and Raiders of the…
Video: A Family of Spirits at Bube’s Brewery from Ghost Hunters
In 2012, the team from The Atlantic Paranormal Society (TAPS) made a special visit to Bube's…
Spring Equinox Sunrise at Little Indian Rock
Spring has arrived! A millennium ago, a group of Native Americans known today as the Shenks…
Phoenician treasure hidden in the Susquehanna Valley
In 310 B.C., amidst the destruction of Carthage by Greek forces, a group of Phoenicians chose…
JBT and Raiders of the Golden Osprey: $3K Treasure Hunting Adventure
Are you ready to embark on the adventure of a lifetime? The fourth annual Uncharted Lancaster…
Guided Petroglyphs Kayak Tours for 2024 season now available
Join Adam Zurn and kayakLanCo this summer for a fantastic adventure on one of the oldest…