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…

George Ross: Lancaster’s sole signer of the Declaration of Independence

Born in 1730 and educated in Philadelphia, George Ross became one of Lancaster's wealthiest and most…

Independence comes to Lancaster but not until July 8

In a time before social media, news traveled slowly. Word of the Declaration of Independence's signing…

The American Revolution comes to Lancaster

When did the American Revolution begin for Lancaster? June 15, 1774.