December 31, 1717: The Conestoga Wagon’s Quiet Anniversary

On this day in history, let's take a trip back to December 31, 1717, when the…

Podcast: The Conestoga Wagon

In this episode of the Uncharted Lancaster Podcast with the approaching December 31, 1717, anniversary of…

‘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…

Stogie: Cigar of the Conestoga Wagoneer

Today, “stogie” is slang for a cigar, technically referring to a cheap or roughly made one.…

Lancaster’s King Street: Gateway to the West!

Today, King Street in Lancaster, PA is one way going east, but, in honor of its…

The Conestoga Horse: The first outstanding horse to be developed in America

Welcome to a chapter of American history where horsepower wasn't just a metaphor but a magnificent…

Conestoga Wagon: Century Strong Ship of Inland Commerce

The Conestoga wagon, as known as "the ship of inland commerce," was used for over a…