Uncover History with Chapter 28
2026 EXCAVATIONS: Paul Nevin will lead the continued investigation of the Blue Rock Heritage Center property at 2251 River Road, Washington Boro, Pennsylvania. Sessions are divided into morning and afternoon sessions: 10:00 to 1:00 for morning sessions, and 1:00 to 4:00 for afternoon sessions.​ You must be a member of Chapter 28, SPA to participate in excavations. If not a member, click JOIN in the menu.​ To RSVP, phone Paul Nevin at 717.578.1358 or email him. ​
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SPRING EXCAVATIONS: Sat, April 18 | Sun, April 26 | Sat, May 9 | Fri, May 15 | Sat, May 30
Exciting News for the Chapter 28 Team
We've found the foundation of the Wittmer House, built around 1832,
situated between the barn and mill. Notice the privy to the right of the home.
One of our goals is to locate the privy and hopefully discover intact artifacts.
We Are Asking Your Help
for Genealogical Information on
Jacob E. Wittmer
The Blue Rock Heritage ResearchTeam
is reaching out to the local community, requesting copies of family photos, old deeds, wills, church records, etc. associated with Jacob E. Wittmer, the once-owner of the Gristmill (1832) and Bank Barn (1856) which was located on the property now the home of the
Blue Rock Heritage Center,
2251 River Road, Washington Boro, Lancaster County, PA.
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Basic facts about Jacob E. Wittmer:
Born: September 1, 1796 in Millerville.
Died: May 2, 1862, and is buried in
Masonville Mennonite Cemetery,
Washington Boro.
He was a documented artisan weaver of coverlets.
Contact:
Debbie Saylor,
Curator
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or, Charlie Douts
Chapter 28 is a Networking Partner with Blue Rock Heritage Center.
To view their Spring 2026 Newsletter, click below:​
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