As we look back on the pages of our township’s history, the year 1908 stands out as a time of growth, ambition, and transformation. With new buildings, bustling schools, and improving roads, Enola and West Fairview were alive with progress. These changes shaped not just our landscape, but the everyday lives of the people who … Continue reading A Century of Progress: The Growth of Enola in 1908
Nail Museum Open House!
The East Pennsboro Nail Museum is opening for tours! On April 12, from noon to 4 p.m., the Nail Mill Museum will be open for tours and information provided by members of the Historical Society. The Nail Mill Museum, built in 2008 by the Historical Society of East Pennsboro, is a staple of the area's … Continue reading Nail Museum Open House!
The Pine Hill Aboretum
Doctor Harvey B. Bashore The history of Pine Hill has to start with its benefactor, Dr. Harvey B. Bashore. He was born on July 31, 1864 in West Fairview. His father, Daniel W. Bashore was also a medical doctor. The Beers map of 1872 places their home at the corner of Market and Main Street … Continue reading The Pine Hill Aboretum
Historical Society of East Pennsboro 