York City Pa Colonial Courthouse History Rich

               Colonial Court House York City Pa



Many people that visit York City Pahave no idea the truly rich history. The photo above is of the Colonial Courthouselocated on the corner of West Market St and Codorus Creek. This particular structure is a reproduction of the original building built in 1756. During the American Revolution the building offered refuge to the Second Continental Congress while British troops occupied Philadelphia. At the time it was only building in the area big enough to accommodate them.

Most notably is the fact that the Articles of Confederation were debated, and adopted while the Second Continental Congress was in York City Pa. For the nine months that York City Paserved as the Nations capitol, it was home to such notable Americans as Thomas Paine, John Hancock, John Adams, Horatio Gates, Sameul Adams and Phillip Livingston who is buried in the Prospect Hill Cemetery in York City Pa

The Colonial Court Houseis part of a group of historic buildings know as the Colonial Complex. Other buildings in the Complex include The Golden Plough Tavern & The General Gates House. Tours of the Colonial Complex in York City Pa are available Tues - Sat 10,11,1,2, and 3:00pm. More information can be found at the website.

If you or a friend or family member are thinking about buying or selling a home in the York City Pa area, be sure to contact GettysburgGerry for assistance.

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3 Comments on York City Pa Colonial Courthouse History Rich

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I love your posts about the rich history of your area.  Keep these posts coming.
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918,275 Points 80 Featured Posts Localism Sponsor Called Shot Master

You live in an area that is packed with American history Gerry. I love the bell tower on the Colonial Courthouse, a beautiful touch!
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532,055 Points 45 Featured Posts Localism Sponsor Outside Blog Hit Router Attended Rain Camp Called Shot Master

Thanks Wanda and Paula, I am amazed myself the stuff that I find in this area, there is just so much "hidden" history, I am glad you appreciate it....
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