Events in Lancaster County Government

By agooch15

  • First Courthouse

    On March 19, 1795 the first courthouse was completed in Barnettsville (currently known as Lancaster).

  • Town of Lancaster

    On December 15, 1830 the small establishment of Barenttsville became known as the Town of Lancaster.

  • First mayor of Lancaster

    Andrew Mayer was elected the first mayor of Lancaster.

  • City of Lancaster

    On November 18, 1967 the Town of Lancaster became known as the City of Lancaster.

  • Lancaster County Seal

    Joseph Croxton created the seal for Lancaster County

  • Mayor Joe Shaw was elected

    Mayor Joe Shaw was elected into office for his first term on April 1, 1989. He has been the mayor of Lancaster County for 26 years.