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: January 2011
Did Henry Ford Intend to Purchase the Schultz House?
The Johannes & Cristina Schultz House in Springettsbury Township is a building that hides its secrets. For well over a century, the historic German Colonial house was believed to be the oldest home in York County. The house is traditionally … Continue reading
