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Lititz Historical Foundation @lititzhistory.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

Seen here is an early 1900s view of a family out for a “jaunt” around the countryside. When this photo was taken, they were traveling through the small hamlet of Pine Hill, which lies just northeast of downtown Lititz.

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Lititz Historical Foundation @lititzhistory.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

This photograph, which was taken during the early 1900s, shows several men posing with their automobiles. The snapshot was taken in front of John Longenecker's auto garage which was once located at 64 North Broad Street in Lititz.

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Lititz Historical Foundation @lititzhistory.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

Beloved local teacher Nathan Reist snapped this photo of his students raising the flag at the Brunnerville school over 100 years ago. Today, this building still stands, and is a private residence.

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Lititz Historical Foundation @lititzhistory.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Tickets are now LIVE for our 2026 Departed Spirits Tour! Don't miss your chance to tour an authentic Revolutionary War hospital in Lititz! Grab them below before they sell out! historicalhappenings674329098.wordpress.com/2026/07/22/t...

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The 2026 Lititz Departed Spirits Tour

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Lititz Historical Foundation @lititzhistory.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

A unique glimpse of the Lititz Moravian Church, circa turn of the century. Note the old wooden fence, stone walkway, and dirt road which lead to the Brother's House.

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Lititz Historical Foundation @lititzhistory.bsky.social · 09/08/2026

Some great music is coming to Lititz tonight. Don’t miss it! www.facebook.com/share/1CUnpH...

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Lititz Historical Foundation @lititzhistory.bsky.social · 02/08/2026

This photo shows a portion of our 1792 Mueller House. When this photo was taken, the store at right was a millinery shop run by Mrs. Horace Shelly. Mrs. Emma Spangler her sons Paul (left) and John (right) are shown in front of the log portion of their home.

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Lititz Historical Foundation @lititzhistory.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

An early 1900’s photograph of Cameron Weitzel and his horse, taking a break along the beautiful area known as Keller’s Mountain located between Lititz and Rothsville.

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Lititz Historical Foundation @lititzhistory.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

During the early 1900s, the Lititz Roller Mills located in Warwick Township was a popular business, and sold flour and grist to customers all over Lancaster County.

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Lititz Historical Foundation @lititzhistory.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

During the 1940s, Lititz's Hawaiian Sweetheart Revue performed live on stage and across radio airwaves all over Central Pennsylvania. Managed by Verna Kreider, the group consisted of Dolly Dimples, Chubby Keiser, Bob Harding and Carl Dissinger.

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Lititz Historical Foundation @lititzhistory.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

Shown here is a photograph of Ed Stroble in the Grosh Barber Shop. The business was once located along Broad Street, next to the Park View Hotel. This photo circa 1930.

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Lititz Historical Foundation @lititzhistory.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

Northeast of Lititz lies the small village of Pine Hill. At one time, the area boasted a butcher shop, blacksmith and a hotel. Inside the carriage are Mr. and Mrs. David M. Graybill. The couple are visiting with Mr. and Mrs. Henry Erb.

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Lititz Historical Foundation @lititzhistory.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

Celebrate Lititz Weekend is here! Check out the full lineup of events below and come join the fun!

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Lititz Historical Foundation @lititzhistory.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

Our beloved Mary Oehme Gardens turns 30 this year! Check out these photos from the 1990s during the time that the area was taking shape.

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Lititz Historical Foundation @lititzhistory.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

The spelling bee was a special day in the one-room Kissel Hill School when this undated photograph was taken. This was a chance for the teachers to show off their best spellers in front of the parents and friends of the students and provided a social event for the area.

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Lititz Historical Foundation @lititzhistory.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

In 1955, these gentlemen demonstrated the power of the Assistance, an early firefighting piece of apparatus in Lititz.

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Lititz Historical Foundation @lititzhistory.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

Did you know…Once located at the end of Spruce Street next to the Lititz Springs Park, the Park House (right) was a place where visitors could rent rooms when they visited town.

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Lititz Historical Foundation @lititzhistory.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

Here is a historic photo of the 1902 Linden Hall Girl's School Alumnae basketball team. Note the canine mascot taking a break on the floor.

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Lititz Historical Foundation @lititzhistory.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

Once located at the intersection of West Woods Drive and Route 501 (just south of downtown Lititz) was Jerry Hertzler’s gas station, which provided customers with roadside essentials, snacks, fuel, newspapers, coffee, and penny candy.

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Lititz Historical Foundation @lititzhistory.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

This Sunday! Join us in our Mary Oehme Gardens for the outstanding Yacht Rock band 3-Hour Tour. Details: www.facebook.com/share/1SCXhp...

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Lititz Historical Foundation @lititzhistory.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

Remember when?...In 1989, this roof from a tobacco shed blew onto Pierson Road in Warwick Township due to heavy winds that day. Thankfully, nobody was injured during the incident.

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Lititz Historical Foundation @lititzhistory.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

Believe it or not, this is what the front entrance to the Lititz Springs Park looked like during the 1920s. While this view has changed, one thing that remains is the beauty of this location.

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Lititz Historical Foundation @lititzhistory.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

Shown here is a 1940s aerial view of the village of Lexington, which lies just north of downtown Lititz. Note Route 501 to the left of the photo.

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Lititz Historical Foundation @lititzhistory.bsky.social · 02/05/2026

Rare view of the Rome Distillery, once located just east of downtown Lititz. Tracing its roots back to the early 1800s and lasting until prohibition, the business was known for its signature Lititz Springs Straight Rye whiskey.

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Lititz Historical Foundation @lititzhistory.bsky.social · 02/05/2026

Celebrate Lititz Weekend is coming June 12-14! Check out the full details below and be sure to join us for our biggest weekend of 2026! www.facebook.com/share/18iMbW...

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Lititz Historical Foundation @lititzhistory.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

Shown here is a 1956 view of 41 South Broad Street. Founded in 1898, during that era, Beck Brothers Furniture occupied the structure. Today, Olio calls this building home.

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Lititz Historical Foundation @lititzhistory.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

Dating back to the late 1890s, the Lititz Military Band performed in countless festivals and parades throughout the county. Here, they paused long enough to have their photo taken in front of the roundhouse in the Lititz Springs Park.

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Lititz Historical Foundation @lititzhistory.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

The Lititz Historical Foundation and America250PA will join forces on May 16th for a special flag placement ceremony at the Revolutionary War Memorial Park in Lititz. This event is free and open to the public. www.facebook.com/share/1DzMbH...

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Lititz Historical Foundation @lititzhistory.bsky.social · 19/04/2026

Paul E. Beck (center, back row) organized and led this concert band for many years and played concerts throughout Pennsylvania. In 1915, he was also appointed the Pennsylvania State Supervisor of Music and Art.

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Lititz Historical Foundation @lititzhistory.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

Join us for Celebrate Lititz Weekend June 12-14th! There's LOTS going across three busy days as we mark four big milestones this year! More: historicalhappenings674329098.wordpress.com/2026/03/22/c...

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Lititz Historical Foundation @lititzhistory.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

In 1900, several members of the Jerusalem Lutheran Church of Rothsville enjoyed a picnic in the woods. During this era, these gatherings were all day affairs, and often times also involved games, cake walks, speeches, and spelling bees.

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Lititz Historical Foundation @lititzhistory.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

Built close to 100 years ago, the home at 335-337 South Cedar Street in Lititz, has seen a few cosmetic changes to the exterior over the years. However, comparing the two photos shown here (when the house was completed versus 2021 on the right), one can clearly see that it is the same home.

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Lititz Historical Foundation @lititzhistory.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

The Millway freight and passenger station for the Reading and Columbia Railroad can be seen in this photo, which was taken about 1907. Agent Ralph Holland is shown on the right.

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Lititz Historical Foundation @lititzhistory.bsky.social · 05/04/2026

HAPPY EASTER from all of us here at the Lititz Historical Foundation! We are closed today so staff can spend with their families.

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Lititz Historical Foundation @lititzhistory.bsky.social · 04/04/2026

Registrations are now open for this great program coming up on April 18! calendar.lancasterlibraries.org/event/lititz...

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Lititz Historical Foundation @lititzhistory.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

In 1912, Linden Hall School for Girls installed a two-lane bowling alley underneath the gymnasium. The lanes were paid for by Jacob Nolde, whose daughter, Ella, graduated from the school in 1908.

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Lititz Historical Foundation @lititzhistory.bsky.social · 28/03/2026

Here’s something you don’t see everyday. During the early 1900s, student Minnie Eitnier posed for this photograph next to the Brunnerville one room school with her pet owl. Image snapped by her teacher, Nathan “Dad” Reist.

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Lititz Historical Foundation @lititzhistory.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

Engine Number 515 and crew can be seen here in this photo taken in 1905, when they stopped beside the water tank at the Millway Station of the Reading and Columbia Railroad line in Warwick Township.

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Lititz Historical Foundation @lititzhistory.bsky.social · 22/03/2026

This is 77 E. Main Street, which was the location of A. Evans cleaner of fine garments in 1935. This building now houses Erica Joy Bakes, with Nino's pizza to the left.

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Lititz Historical Foundation @lititzhistory.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

Shown here is an early 1900's factory view inside of Simplex Paper Box company. Currently, Appalachian Brewing Company in Lititz is now in this same location.

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Lititz Historical Foundation @lititzhistory.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

Roy Hoffer owned the Brunnerville Hotel during Prohibition and sometime during that era, he changed the name to the Brunnerville Restaurant. After the ban was lifted, the name was changed back to the Brunnerville Hotel. Pictured are Hoffer’s two sons, Wilbur (left) and Richard (right).

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Lititz Historical Foundation @lititzhistory.bsky.social · 15/03/2026

Big thanks to our guest speaker Bethe Gettle who discussed living with nature around us today at the Lititz Public Library!

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Lititz Historical Foundation @lititzhistory.bsky.social · 13/03/2026

Shown here is champion horse “Joe Patton” with his handler M. C. Frey. Patton was the fastest horse ever to race the Rothsville racetrack. In the background can be seen the barn and stables which once stood behind the White Swan Hotel.

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Lititz Historical Foundation @lititzhistory.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

Seen here is 220 N. Cedar Street. During the time that this photo was taken, it was the home of the Yerger family, who was known for having a popular ice business in Lititz during the early 1900s.

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Lititz Historical Foundation @lititzhistory.bsky.social · 07/03/2026

During the 1800s. the Lititz Malt House, which once existed along West Main Street, provided essential ingredients for brewing beer. This view is looking at the structure from the 20 block of North Broad Street.

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Lititz Historical Foundation @lititzhistory.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

Shown here is the entrance to Krick's barber shop, which once was situated at 105 North Broad street in the early 1900s. Years later, many of remember the location as the Lititz Pet Store. Today, Metro Pizza occupies this space.

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Lititz Historical Foundation @lititzhistory.bsky.social · 01/03/2026

During the early 1900s, Nathan Reist was a beloved schoolteacher in the Lititz area. Shown here is a photo taken by Reist at the Warwick #1 school, which at one time was located on what is now Market Street in downtown Lititz. The structure still stands, and is a private residence.

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Lititz Historical Foundation @lititzhistory.bsky.social · 28/02/2026

Sign ups are now live for this program coming up in two weeks! fb.me/e/7plqklcy3?...

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Lititz Historical Foundation @lititzhistory.bsky.social · 26/02/2026

Several decades ago, this Western Auto store was open for business at 46 East Main Street in downtown Lititz. At the time this photo was taken, the Hagy family ran the business.

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Lititz Historical Foundation @lititzhistory.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

Over one hundred years ago, Gochenaur’s store was the place downtown to purchase items such as farm machinery, plows, gasoline, bailing wire, and other goods. The business, which has been gone for decades, was once located at 47 North Broad Street in Lititz.

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