Celebrate Lancaster County’s 296th Birthday on the Campus of History!

On May 10, 1729, Lancaster County was born. Since then, 10 generations of Lancastrians have lived, laughed, loved, and eaten shoofly pie in our community. Join LancasterHistory for the annual County Founding Day celebration and life a glass to everyone who has called Lancaster County home over the last 296 years. Enjoy extended museum hours, flash talks from local historians, pop-up exhibits, and, of course, birthday cake!

County Founding Day 2025 will be held on Thursday, May 8, 2025 from 530-8pm.

Stay tuned for more information and tickets!