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
Category Archives: Beaux Arts
A Tale of Three Domes
Wikipedia defines a dome as “a structural element of architecture that resembles the hollow upper half of a sphere.” If you happen to be a resident of York, Lancaster or Harrisburg, a dome is a defining feature of your skyline. … Continue reading
Posted in Architectural Terms, Beaux Arts, Government Buildings
Tagged architecture, domes, harrisburg, lancaster, styles, york
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Historic Building, National Award
The 1898 York County Court House is making news again, but not for any notorious trial. A contingent representing York County recently returned from San Antonio, TX and the American Public Works Association national conference. They were there to accept … Continue reading
