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Historic Rock Ford Historic Rock Ford consists of the circa 1794 General Edward Hand Mansion and the John J. Snyder, Jr. Gallery of Early Lancaster County Decorative Arts.
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Historic Rock Ford is open for tours from April-October. Visit our website for hours and ticketing. Historic Rock Ford was the home of General Edward Hand and his family as well as enslaved and free servants and laborers. During the American Revolution, Edward Hand was Adjutant General to George Washington. Today, Historic Rock Ford is comprised of 33 acres at the southeastern edge of Lancaster City surrounded by Lancaster County Central Park. It offers guided tours of the elegantly furnished rooms of the circa 1794 Hand Mansion as well as the opportunity to visit the John J. Gallery of Early Lancaster County Decorative Arts which is housed in a re-constructed 18th century bank barn. Historic Rock Ford offers visitors a peaceful enclave for lovers of history, art and nature just inside the boundaries of Lancaster City.

Introducing the cast of "Persuasion" at Historic Rock Ford: Caitlin Hughes as Anne Elliot!Opening night is Friday, Novem...
22/10/2026

Introducing the cast of "Persuasion" at Historic Rock Ford: Caitlin Hughes as Anne Elliot!

Opening night is Friday, November 6 with performances at 7 PM and 8:30 PM. Additional performances:
Saturday, November 7 (7 PM and 8:30 PM)
Friday, November 13 and Saturday, November 14 (7 PM and 8:30 PM)
Saturday, November 21 (7 PM and 8:30 PM)
Sunday, November 22 (2 PM and 3:30 PM)

Limited to 15 guests per performance. $25 per person. Reservations through our ticketing link on our event page.

https://www.facebook.com/events/3058754174455567/3058754181122233/

On Wednesday, October 28 at 6:30 PM, Historic Rock Ford welcomes Dr. Shirley L. Green as she presents “The Frank Brother...
19/10/2026

On Wednesday, October 28 at 6:30 PM, Historic Rock Ford welcomes Dr. Shirley L. Green as she presents “The Frank Brothers and The American Revolution.” This lecture will explore the lives of her ancestors, William and Benjamin Frank, two brothers who enlisted in Second Rhode Island Regiment during the Revolutionary War.

This lecture will be held in the Langmuir Education Room on the first floor of the Rock Ford Barn. Admission is for the lecture and does not include the Snyder Gallery or Hand Mansion. $10 General Admission/$5 Rock Ford Member

Visit the Special Events page of our website to reserve your tickets. Admission is also payable at the door.

the cast of "Persuasion" at Historic Rock Ford: Payton Becker as Jane Austen! Opening night is Friday, November 6 with...
19/10/2026

the cast of "Persuasion" at Historic Rock Ford: Payton Becker as Jane Austen!

Opening night is Friday, November 6 with performances at 7 PM and 8:30 PM. Additional performances:
Saturday, November 7 (7 PM and 8:30 PM)
Friday, November 13 and Saturday, November 14 (7 PM and 8:30 PM)
Saturday, November 21 (7 PM and 8:30 PM)
Sunday, November 22 (2 PM and 3:30 PM)

Limited to 15 guests per performance. $25 per person. Reservations through our ticketing link on our event page.

https://www.facebook.com/events/3058754174455567/3058754181122233/

Our final Social Dance of the season will be held on Sunday, October 25 from 3 PM to 5 PM on the first floor of the Rock...
18/10/2026

Our final Social Dance of the season will be held on Sunday, October 25 from 3 PM to 5 PM on the first floor of the Rock Ford Barn! Visit the Special Events page of our website to learn more. No experience necessary! Tickets may be purchased in advance or at the door. $5 Ages 12 and Up/Free for under 12

If you are planning a visit to Historic Rock Ford this month, remember that the Hand Mansion and Snyder Gallery will be ...
15/10/2026

If you are planning a visit to Historic Rock Ford this month, remember that the Hand Mansion and Snyder Gallery will be closing for the tour season on Saturday, October 31!

Members of our Warm Hearth Committee will be in the Hand Mansion kitchen on Sunday, October 18 during guided tours! ...
14/10/2026

Members of our Warm Hearth Committee will be in the Hand Mansion kitchen on Sunday, October 18 during guided tours!

On Tuesday, October 20 at 6:30 PM, Historic Rock Ford's America250 Lecture Series welcomes Joseph Seymour as he presents...
13/10/2026

On Tuesday, October 20 at 6:30 PM, Historic Rock Ford's America250 Lecture Series welcomes Joseph Seymour as he presents “Who Where the Pennsylvania Associators?” This lecture will focus on the service of some of their more notable members, and the ways in which their service intersected with that of Edward Hand.

This presentation will be held in the Langmuir Education Room located on the first floor of the Rock Ford Barn. Admission is for the lecture only and does not include the Snyder Gallery.

Admission may be purchased through the Special Events page on our website or at the door. $10 General Admission/$5 Rock Ford Member

This November, Historic Rock Ford is reimagining our Annual Dinner fundraising event! The beautiful Gothic room at the ...
12/10/2026

This November, Historic Rock Ford is reimagining our Annual Dinner fundraising event! The beautiful Gothic room at the Lancaster Theological Seminary sets the scene for a new evening of exceptional food, music, history and conversation. Each course will offer a modern interpretation of 18th century flavors, accompanied by stories that connect the evening to the people and history of Rock Ford.

Event Date and Time: Thursday, November 12 at 5:30 PM
Event Location: Pepper Theo Cafe in the Refectory at Lancaster Theological Seminary, 555 West James Street, Lancaster, PA 17603.

Levels of Ticketing Support:
"The Hearth" - $250 per person
"The Table" - $500 per person*
"The General's Feast" - $1,000 per person**
* Listed in Annual Dinner program
** Listed in Annual Dinner program and invitations to exclusive events at Historic Rock Ford in 2027

https://www.facebook.com/events/28944741855212845

RSVP deadline: November 2, 2026

Wrap up the weekend at Historic Rock Ford's Fall C***r Celebration featuring a lecture and living history demonstrations...
11/10/2026

Wrap up the weekend at Historic Rock Ford's Fall C***r Celebration featuring a lecture and living history demonstrations by Mark Turdo, hard c***r by Ploughman Farm C***r, music by Forbes Road Frolic, and food by Baron Von Schwein! This event is rain or shine! In the event of inclement weather, the evening activities will take place on the first floor of the barn.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1592675526204551

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Address

881 Rockford Road
PA
17602

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10:00 - 16:00
Wednesday 10:00 - 16:00
Thursday 10:00 - 16:00
Friday 10:00 - 16:00
Saturday 10:00 - 14:00
Sunday 10:00 - 16:00

Telephone

+17173927223

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