Spring Township near Elliottsburg in Perry County, Pennsylvania — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Building on the Past as We March into the Future
Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), February 23, 2024
1. Building on the Past as We March into the Future Marker
1972: Little Buffalo State Park dedicated.
1982: Perry County Council of the Arts formed.
1995: First McDonald's opened in Howe Township.
2010: First county traffic light installed in Marysville.
2020: COVID-19.
In 2020, Perry County retains its unique character as the world grows smaller and spins at an ever-faster rate. The Bicentennial Plaza memorializes special events, people, places and experiences in Perry County history. It cannot tell the complete story, but it does invite you into the world of memories, the exploration of your roots, and your dreams for the future.
Call of the wild • Hanging out • Still rural • The arts • Sports and entertainment • Welcome to the future
Erected 2020 by Orrstown Bank; Historical Society of Perry County. (Marker Number 22.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Arts, Letters, Music • Industry & Commerce • Notable Places • Parks & Recreational Areas. In addition, it is included in the Perry County Heritage Trail in Pennsylvania. series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1972.
Location. 40° 23.084′ N, 77° 17.85′
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Perry County at Gettysburg: Summer of 1863 (here, next to this marker); Most Visible Changes 1945-2020 (here, next to this marker); Post-Civil War Traditions: Veterans' Reunions & Grand Army of the Republic (GAR Posts) (here, next to this marker); The Perry County Bicentennial Plaza (here, next to this marker); Post-Civil War Transformation (here, next to this marker); Forces of Change 1945-2020 (here, next to this marker); The Gring Lions (here, next to this marker); The Perry County Home Front During World War II (here, next to this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Elliottsburg.
Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), February 23, 2024
2. Building on the Past as We March into the Future Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on February 29, 2024. It was originally submitted on February 29, 2024, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 48 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on February 29, 2024, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
