As we count down to the April 12, 2025 launch of the $5,000 Buzzard’s Booty: Quest…
Category: Local History
Discover the Legacy of William Chester Ruth: A Pennsylvania Inventor Who Engineered Progress
William Chester Ruth (1882–1971) was a pioneering African American machinist, inventor, and business owner whose innovations…
How the Lancaster Woolworth Sparked a Christmas Tradition
In 1880, F. W. Woolworth took a chance on "useless" Christmas tree ornaments pitched by a…
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…
America’s first bathtub was born in Lancaster
Did you know Lancaster, Pennsylvania, was home to America’s first bathtub? Installed in 1839 by Jacob…
From Indiantown to Manor Township: The Evolution of a Community
Did you know Manor Township’s history is rooted in William Penn’s vision for a fertile new…
September 27: Lancaster becomes the Nation’s Capital
On September 27, 1777, Lancaster briefly became the nation’s capital when members of the Continental Congress…
White Chimneys: Houseful of Our History
The historic White Chimneys property, located just outside of Gap, PA, is a proud member of…
Chain of Title: An Adventure to Uncover the 350-Year Legacy of the Old Grist Mill
Dive into an incredible journey with Christopher Scott's new book, Chain of Title! It all started…
Haunted memories of the Accomac Inn
On This Day in History: On the morning of May 30, 1881, the peace at Coyle’s…
Art: Camel-Back
The "Camel-back" locomotive, Class L7-sb, built by the Baldwin Locomotive Works in 1905, shatters the cold…
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…
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,…
Spring Equinox Sunrise at Little Indian Rock
Spring has arrived! A millennium ago, a group of Native Americans known today as the Shenks…
(Pre-order) Raiders of the Golden Osprey Treasure Hunt
Are you ready to embark on the adventure of a lifetime? This spring, the annual Uncharted…
Columbia, PA’s Brush with Destiny
Columbia, PA's Brush with Destiny! The charming town of Columbia, on the Susquehanna River's east bank,…
‘Colonel’ John Mead, enigmatic ‘Gentleman Bum’ of the River Hills, lost House Rock home found!
Adventure Alert: Uncovering the Secrets of Colonel John Mead's Rock Shelter! In the autumn of 2023,…
‘I Heard the Bells’ – Legacy of the Conestoga Wagon’s Ringing Bells
Embark on a journey through time as we unravel the intriguing origins of the expression "be…
A Glimpse into the Thaddeus Stevens & Lydia Hamilton Smith Center for History and Democracy
Last night, along with the rest of the Historic Preservation Trust of Lancaster County board, I…