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An Overview of Lancaster's Architectural Heritage

Lancaster's Long History

Three centuries of Architectural History in Lancaster
Explore the breadth of Lancaster's architectural heritage, and the stories conveyed by the City's historic buildings. Architectural History provides a brief overview of three centuries of the City's growth in the 1700s, 1800s, and 1900s, and looks at two characteristic building types in Lancaster - markethouses and industrial buildings. Architectural Styles describes eleven architectural styles, with photographic examples of City buildings that are representative of each style. The pedestrian scale of Lancaster's commercial and residential districts makes it easy to explore the City through Walking Tours.

Historic Districts in Lancaster
The City of Lancaster protects its historic buildings through three different types of historic districts. Learn how the National Register, HARB and Heritage Conservation Districts differ. Find out whether your project might be eligible for Preservation Tax Credits.

Practicing Historic Preservation in Lancaster
Read about recommended maintenance and repair tips for Maintaining, Repairing, and Rehabilitating Historic Buildings. Instill an early interest in historic architecture and a preservation sensibility in children through the games and lessons featured in the section for Educators & Children.

This section of The City of Lancaster's website pertaining to "Lancaster's Architectural Heritage" has been financed in part with Federal funds from the National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior. However, the contents and opinions do not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the Department of the Interior, nor does the mention of trade names or commercial products constitute endorsement or recommendation by the Department of Interior. This program receives Federal financial assistance for identification and protection of historic properties. Under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended, the U.S. Department of the Interior prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, disability or age in its federally assisted programs. If you believe you have been discriminated against in any program, activity, or facility as described above, or if you desire further information, please write to: Office of Equal Opportunity, National Park Service, 1849 C Street, N.W., Washington, DC 20240.

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