YORK COUNTY, Pa. — Editor's note: The above video is from March 1.
York County has a big birthday coming up!
Monday, Aug. 19 marks the 275th anniversary of the County's charter signing. Officials across the area have planned a series of weekend events to celebrate the significant milestone in Pennsylvania history.
“York County is a special place with truly historical significance – serving as our fledgling nation’s capital city during the Revolutionary War, growing to become an agricultural and industrial powerhouse and evolving into the diverse and thriving community we are today,” said president commissioner Julie Wheeler in a press release. “We are proudly York County, and we are excited to join with all our fellow York Countians to celebrate our 275th anniversary.”
York County was officially founded Aug. 19, 1749, after previously being a part of Lancaster County, officials said. Today, York County is the eighth-largest county in the state by population, with more than 456,000 residents.
“York County has always been an economic engine for Pennsylvania, but for countless generations this community has also been a cherished place to live, work and play,” Wheeler said. “This month, we honor our rich history, embrace our enduring community spirit and celebrate the bright future that lies ahead.”
The festivities start on Saturday, Aug. 17 with a community block party hosted on the York Revolution Plaza.
Those interested can attend several events celebrating York County over the weekend and on the anniversary itself. A schedule of events can be found online here.
Anyone who would like to learn more about York County's history can do so here.