About this blog
As a local historian, writer and photo- grapher, I look at York County’s history in visual terms. For more than 15 years I’ve been enamored with local buildings and the stories behind their facades – from prominent architecture to non-assuming buildings, their walls and roofs are filled with stories just waiting to be told. Whether giving a downtown York walking tour, exploring the history of a local building for my job at the Nutec Group, or taking photos for an upcoming coffee table book, I’m always looking for those unique “windows” into York County’s past and present. — Scott Butcher
Monthly Archives: November 2008
Jacks: York’s Fashion Store
When it opened its doors in 1912, Jacks of York was located on East Market Street, adjacent to the York Trust Company building. The new fashion store offered apparel for both men and women. In 1924, the popular retailer relocated … Continue reading
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Wiest’s: A Great Store in a Great City
From the late 1800s through much of the 20th century, P. Wiest’s Sons Department Store was a fixture on West Market Street, not far from Continental Square. The store began in Dover in 1843, but soon relocated to the 200 … Continue reading
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Remembering Downtown Retail
Now that the vibrant Autumn colors are fading to burnt orange and we awake many mornings to find frost on our lawns, thoughts are turning to the rapidly approaching holiday season. A few radio stations are already previewing holiday music, … Continue reading
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If These Walls Could Talk…
I’ll be speaking about local historic architecture this weekend as part of the York County Heritage Trust Second Saturday program. Here’s the press release: IF THESE WALLS COULD TALK… York County Heritage Trust to Host Second Saturdays Local author and … Continue reading
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