On this Day in History: First known Photo of a Presidential Inauguration

This image is the first known photo of a presidential inauguration. It shows the March 4,…

The Fiery Specter of Grace Hubley

In 1819, wealthy heiress Grace P. Hubley was said to have caused the breakup of future…

Phantom Places: Wabank House. What happened to this ‘fashionable and favorite place of summer resort’?

Built in 1855 along the banks of the Conestoga, the Wabank House was a "fashionable and…

Lancaster’s Old Courthouse: Witness to Great Moments in American History

Great moments in American history took place in Penn Square, many inside the old Lancaster courthouse.

Side Quest: Visit the Grave of former President James Buchanan

On this Presidents’ Day, I visited the grave of Commander in Chief, James Buchanan. Born on…

Side Quest: Revolutionary conspirator and future failed president. Behold the East Orange Street house that sheltered both men.

Would you believe this stately 1749 colonial style mansion in Lancaster City sheltered both a Revolutionary…