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Today's Manheim PA may not be the thriving community it is without Henry William Stiegel. In 1750, Henry William Stiegel arrived in Pennsylvania from Germany and began a journey that would lead him to both riches and to ruin.
Within a few years of his arrival, Stiegel became a proficient and prosperous ironmaster and had become an influential member of local churches and other affairs. Stiegel built a forge in Lancaster County and another in Berks County and began experimenting with blown glass along with continuing his mastery of forged iron. Shortly thereafter, he purchased a large tract of land in Lancaster and began plans for laying out a new town of his own.
In 1768, America was slowly building up to the conflicts that wou...
Spierling's voted Lebanon PA one of the least stressful places to live, and those of us who call this community home completely understand why. From hiking through the hills to dining in a fine restaurant, Lebanon offers countless things to do. Here are some of the best.
For some people, relaxation means time spent outdoors, and Lebanon makes this simple.
Few outdoor activities are quite as relaxing as fishing, and you can do so in Lebanon. Head to Stoever's Dam Park where you can fish in the dam or explore the 163-acre area in search of local wildlife and other natural treasures.
Outdoor recreation is also possible in town. Lebanon has 10 parks, inc...
Millersville MD got its start as the site of the first Post Office along the A&E Railroad in 1841. The town still retains the cozy crossroads feeling and has only expanded slightly from its original size. Today, it contains a mixture of historic buildings and homes alongside modern structures. One of the town's most beloved historic locations is the Baldwin Hall whose history dates back almost as far as the town itself.
Originally built in 1861 to serve as a sanctuary and Sunday school for the Cross Roads Methodist Church, th...
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