2021

Walk in the footsteps of Thaddeus Stevens, a prominent attorney, politician and abolitionist who lived in Lancaster from 1842-1859. Visit Central Market (open Tues., Fri., Sat.).

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WHAT IS THE EVENT

Thaddeus Stevens

Year Round Walk

SN: 117044 - 2021 / Y0333

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Soldiers and Sailors monument at Penn Square
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statue of Thaddeus Stevens
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Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology
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Former Eastern Market ca. 1883
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when is the event

The event is closed

From Fri, Jan 1st, 2021 to Dec 31st, 2021

Start box available: 6A-5P

where is the event

Lancaster, Pennsylvania

The address/location to the Physical Start Box (PSB) for mapping services such as Google or Siri is as follows:

Weis Markets - Bridgeport. 1603 Lincoln Highway East, Lancaster, PA 17602.

WARNING: The map pin is for reference only and may not accurately indicate the start box location or the event start.

reasons to do the event

Special programs

Carousels Across America

Little Free Libraries

Mayflower - 400th Anniversary Walk

Rockin' Around the Clock

Walking with America's Veterans

CC: Lancaster County

       Info

Special programs that are applicable to all events or all walks are not shown to reduce clutter.

Event comments

Mayflower 400th anniversary - Williams Apothecary, 201 E Chestnut St (on 5K route only). Free Little Library (charter # 43962) - Reservoir Park at Common Wheel building. Carousels - Clipper Stadium (on 10K route only). America's Veterans - Soldiers and Sailors Monument at Penn Square.

conditions for the event

Rating: 1B, Distance: 5, 10km

Restrooms: Yes

Pets: Yes

Strollers: Medium

Wheelchairs: Medium

Event information

Thaddeus Stevens was a prominent attorney, politician and abolitionist who lived in Lancaster from 1842-1859. This walk passes Stevens' home & law office, Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology, Stevens' grave and a bridge named after him. You'll also walk through Old Town Lancaster neighborhood, historic districts, near Central Market and past many boutiques and restaurants. Start Time: 6A-5P

Awards: IVV CREDIT ONLY

how to get to the event

Driving to the start box

1603 Lincoln Highway East, Lancaster, PA 17602 (at intersection of Lincoln Hwy East/E King St/PA-462, Old Philadelphia Pike/PA-340 and Pitney Rd). From US-30 near Lancaster: Take the Greenfield Road Exit. Turn left (south) onto Greenfield Road and proceed 0.5 mile. Turn right onto Old Philadelphia Pike/PA-340 (traffic light) and proceed 1.0 mile to the store on the right. The box is located at Customer Service. After registering, you must drive to the start. Directions will be in the box.

Maps phrase and directions link

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Weis Markets - Bridgeport. 1603 Lincoln Highway East, Lancaster, PA 17602.

event sponsor

Penn-Dutch Pacers Volksmarch Club (AVA-0579)

Event website: www.avaclubs.org/pdp/index.html

point of contact

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