Andrews Bridge Historic District facts for kids
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Andrews Bridge Historic District
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| Location | Jct. of Rt. 896 and Sproul and Creek Rds., Colerain Township, Pennsylvania |
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| Area | 6.5 acres (2.6 ha) |
| Architectural style | Greek Revival, Georgian, Federal |
| NRHP reference No. | 88003046 |
| Added to NRHP | December 22, 1988 |
The Andrews Bridge Historic District is a special area in Colerain Township, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. It's called a historic district because it has important old buildings. These buildings help us understand the past.
This district includes nine buildings that are very old. They were built between 1800 and 1850. You can find an old hotel, a former mill (which was also a store), four homes, and three barns here.
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What is the Andrews Bridge Historic District?
The Andrews Bridge Historic District is like a small village frozen in time. It shows what a rural crossroads community looked like long ago. The buildings here are examples of architecture from the early 1800s.
Buildings from the Past
The buildings in the district tell a story. The old Roop's Hotel was likely a busy place for travelers. The mill, also known as Dobbin's Store, was important for daily life. It probably helped people get supplies. The homes and barns show how families lived and worked.
How Old Are These Buildings?
These buildings are over 170 years old! They were built between 1800 and 1850. This means they were around during important times in American history. They have seen many changes over the years.
Why is it Important?
The Andrews Bridge Historic District is important because it helps us learn about history. It shows us how people lived and built things a long time ago. Protecting these places helps us remember our past.
National Register of Historic Places
This historic district is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This is a special list kept by the United States government. It includes places like buildings, sites, and districts that are important to American history. The Andrews Bridge Historic District was added to this list in 1978.
Images for kids
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A view of one of the historic buildings.
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Another look at the historic architecture.
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A different angle of the district.
