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: May 2010
Lions and Gargoyles and Bears, Oh My!
My last blog post, Ode to Oriels, included a photo of a decorative corbel featuring the head of a woman. While this is one of the most distinctive examples of architectural ornamentation in York City, it certainly isn’t the only … Continue reading
Posted in Architectural Terms, City architecture
Tagged architectural, architecture, chimera, gargoyle, oriel, ornamentation, relief, statue, terms
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Ode to Oriels
When I’ve given presentations about local architecture, or led walking tours of the downtown, I’ve often been asked two questions. First, is there a particular architectural style that “defines” York? Second, what is the most common architectural feature on local … Continue reading
Posted in Architectural Terms, City architecture
Tagged architectural, city, feature, oriel, victorian, york
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