I had the good fortunate to talk (and exchange emails) with Jim McClure about the “invisible wall” between York and Hanover, both in the art world and in general. Mr. McClure does a great job sharing some of the historical separations. Communities (and artists) in that straight line between York-Hanover-Gettysburg would benefit from greater efforts to work together.
Read the article at this link.
History, Discarded
History was discarded. Or was it?
Read MoreCurvin and Cora Smith (back row) and friends at Devil's Den, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania
Century in the Making: Devil's Den Photographs
Family photographs are important keepsakes. Here's a hundred year effort.
Read MoreHanover Saving Fund Society's Lion
Hanover's "Caged" Lion
Herman Miller, architect for Hanover’s well-known Sheppard and Meyers homes, was also the architect for the grand, four column PNC Bank found in the first block of Carlisle Street, just a few footsteps away from our square. Traffic, both by car and foot, passes by this building daily, with very few knowing about Hanover’s “caged” lion. Read more and view our favorite feline by reading the complete post.
Read MoreJohn's Burnt Bridge, built between 1800-1824. Rehabilitation occurred in 2005-2006.
John's Burnt Bridge
John's Burnt Bridge (sometimes referred to as the Camelback Bridge) was built sometime around 1820, and is a beautiful structure that is often driven over without appreciating its excellent stonework. Read the article for more historical information.
Read More