Category Archives: History

The Masonic Hall

posted by: Gabi Minnich in: History

5-21 W King St. Lancaster, PA 17603 In 1798, Freemason Lodge No. 43 partnered with the Borough of Lancaster to fulfill the need for a meeting house. They agreed that the circa 1799 Masonic Lodge Hall would be adjoined to

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Shaub Building

posted by: Anne Kirby in: History

A longtime family owned operation in Lancaster, Shaub’s Shoes opened the 18 N. Queen St. property in 1880. Using well-implemented, stylistic and intriguing detailing, Shaub Building serves as a vibrant landmark of Lancaster’s growing downtown commerce. A large street-facing window

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W.W. Griest Building

posted by: anchorhost in: History

Since 1925, W.W. Griest Building has served as a testament to the unique architectural and cultural facets of the early 20th century. Named in honor of William Walton Griest; elected Republican to the 61st United States Congress and designed by

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Groff & Wolf Building

posted by: Anne Kirby in: History

Completed in 1914, Groff & Wolf Building’s facade echoes traditional Beaux Arts themes. In preparation for construction, the site was expanded. At the time, the purchasing prices for the site’s expansion project was regarded as one of the highest prices ever paid

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Stevens School

posted by: Anne Kirby in: History

Completed in 1906, perhaps C. Emlen Urban’s finest institutional commission, Stevens School served the School District of Lancaster. Featuring Beaux Arts themes and Greek Classical and Italian Renaissance motifs, the structure’s beautifully adorned facade transcends through the building’s charming and

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Lancaster Storage Company

posted by: Anne Kirby in: History

Lancaster Storage Co. purchased the 342 North Queen Street property in 1919. By 1920, a one-story furniture warehouse facility was constructed. An additional one-story building was completed by 1921. In 1930, Lancaster Storage Co. constructed a six-story, 14,500 foot warehouse. In conjunction with Aero

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