Few people think of history when crossing a bridge. But bridges tell an important story about engineering and technology, especially in Pennsylvania where the early years of iron, steel and concrete came together to produce many early bridges that represent … Continue reading
Category Archives: Lancaster
Approved Markers for 2021
Soon fans of Pennsylvania’s historical markers will be braking for 23 new ones. The Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission (PHMC) recently approved the next batch of new historical markers at their March 2021 meeting.
#PreservationHappensHere thanks to the PA Historic Preservation Tax Credit
The Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (PA DCED) recently announced that it has awarded $5 million in Pennsylvania historic preservation tax credits (PA HPTC) to 22 projects across the commonwealth through the FY 2019-2020 PA HPTC Allocation. The … Continue reading
Preserving Pennsylvania’s Historic County Courthouses
Most Pennsylvanian’s think of jury duty, county assessment records or where they went to apply for their marriage license when someone mentions a courthouse.
Just Listed! July 2020
Its time to highlight six more properties in Pennsylvania that have been recently listed in the National Register of Historic Places!
#FavoritePAPlaces: PDC’s Julie Fitzpatrick
Pennsylvania’s communities are filled with special and meaningful historic places and spaces that add value to our lives and offer comfort and stability during these challenging times. Now more than ever, it is important to stay connected to our communities. … Continue reading
100 Years After Prohibition, the Legacy of Pennsylvania’s Historic Breweries Survives
As we mark the 100th anniversary of the implementation of Prohibition, it is good to reflect on the fact that many buildings related to Pennsylvania’s historic brewing industry remain.
YOUR Archaeological Site Survey: a Shout-Out to 2019 PASS Contributors
The PHMC has been a steward of archaeological site information in Pennsylvania since the late 1920s.
Resource Round-up: PHMC’s Resources for Studying Pennsylvania’s African American History
In honor of national African American history month, I thought I would give our readers a glimpse into a few of the resources PHMC has to help study African American historic places in Pennsylvania.
Just Listed! January 2020
2019 was a BIG year for the National Register program in Pennsylvania. Since our last update, 16 listings have been added or updated.