Lewisberry

Lewisberry is a borough in York County located in central Pennsylvania with a small residential population. The community developed around early settlement and remains a quiet locality with historic buildings from the 1800s.

The settlement began in 1784 when Eli Lewis opened a store that became the core of the community. During the American Revolution, the area gained importance as a gun manufacturing site supplying weapons to those fighting for independence.

The Lewisberry Historic District contains numerous 19th-century buildings that demonstrate the architectural evolution and development of this Pennsylvania community.

The borough is surrounded by rural residential areas and easy to navigate on foot to see the historic structures. Visitors will find a quiet environment without major tourist facilities, making for a peaceful visit focused on the local character.

The place served as a weapons production center during the fight for independence, with local craftspeople making rifles for those in the struggle. This role remains part of the local story, though few visitors realize this early industrial contribution to the nation.

Location: York County

Inception: 1784

GPS coordinates: 40.13530,-76.86060

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:12