While little is known of this museum’s namesake, General Edward Hand played a vital role in many parts of Lancaster’s history. This section deals with sharing the life and legacy of Edward Hand, from his early years fighting in the Revolutionary War to the development of the Lancaster Almshouse and finally his death in 1802. He was also a well known physician and surgeon.
Chapter VI: Lancaster County in the Revolution from 'History of Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, with Biographical Sketches of Many of Its Pioneers and Prominent Men: Part I' by Samuel Evans and Franklin Ellis
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Due to some Maintenance, the museum will be closed to the public today, July 25th, and Tomorrow, July 26th. We will reopen on Saturday, July 27th at 11am! Thank you for your understanding.