Lancaster Township in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)

The Privy

Photographed By Adam Margolis, December 26, 2022

1. The Privy Marker

Inscription. Built in 1828 for the Jenkins family, the original owners of Wheatland, the privy has eight seats total: three on one side and five on the other. This was thought of as an economical choice to accommodate a large family and household staff.

Erected by Lancaster History.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Man-Made Features. A significant historical year for this entry is 1828.

Location. 40° 2.564′ N, 76° 19.842′ W. Marker is near Lancaster, Pennsylvania, in Lancaster County. It is in Lancaster Township. Marker can be reached from Marietta Avenue. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1120 Marietta Avenue, Lancaster PA 17603, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. A different marker also named Privy (here, next to this marker); The Back (South Façade) of Wheatland (within shouting distance of this marker); Corn Milling Stones (within shouting distance of this marker); Smokehouse / Icehouse (within shouting distance of this marker); The Front (North Façade) of Wheatland (within shouting distance of this marker); The Outbuildings (within shouting distance of this marker); James Buchanan Home (within shouting distance of

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this marker); The Frog Pond & West Meadow (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Lancaster.

Photographed By Adam Margolis, December 26, 2022

2. The Privy Marker

Marker is on the left side of image.

Photographed By Adam Margolis, December 26, 2022

3. The Privy Marker

Reverse of marker can be seen to the right of the building.

Credits. This page was last revised on February 7, 2023. It was originally submitted on December 26, 2022, by Adam Margolis of Mission Viejo, California. This page has been viewed 111 times since then and 25 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on December 26, 2022, by Adam Margolis of Mission Viejo, California. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.