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historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM2VS_old-center-square-penn-square_Lancaster-PA.html
Indian wigwams, a hickory tree, and a spring - that was old center square "Hickory Town" prior to 1730. In that year, however, significant changes occurred as Andrew and James Hamilton laid out Lancaster Townstead with an open square. Streets cros…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM2VB_old-courthouse_Lancaster-PA.html
In 1739, the small brick courthouse of old Lancaster, one of the first in America, was completed. The two story courthouse was constructed in the center of the square and provided a courtroom on the first floor, and a council chamber and small sto…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM2V6_soldiers-and-sailors-monument_Lancaster-PA.html
Directly before you in the square stands the soldiers and sailors monument, erected in 1874 by the Lancaster County Monumental Association to honor the brave men and women of Lancaster County who died to save the Union during the Civil War. The mo…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM2UY_simon-snyder_Lancaster-PA.html
Born, 1759, on this site. Governor of Pennsylvania for three terms, 1808-17. His strong appeal for a call to arms, and defense of sound currency, during War of 1812, are noteworthy. Died in 1819 at Selinsgrove.
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM2UW_joseph-simon_Lancaster-PA.html
Jewish pioneer and merchant, Simon played a significant role in the development of central and western PA. He participated in expeditions as far as the Mississippi and helped establish Lancaster as a center for exploration, trade & settlement. Dur…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM2UV_james-buchanan_Lancaster-PA.html
Lawyer, statesman, diplomat, and fifteenth President of United States, lies buried in this cemetery, about 350 yards southeast. His home, Wheatland, located on Marietta Avenue, is marked with a bronze tablet.