Looking for Genealogical Information on
Jacob E. Wittmer
The Blue Rock Heritage ResearchTeam
is reaching out to the local community, requesting copies of family photos, old deeds, wills, church records, etc. associated with Jacob E. Wittmer, the once-owner of the Gristmill (1832) and Bank Barn (1856) which was located on the property now the home of the
Blue Rock Heritage Center,
2251 River Road, Washington Boro, Lancaster County, PA.
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Basic facts about Jacob E. Wittmer:
Born: September 1, 1796 in Millerville.
Died: May 2, 1862, and is buried in
Masonville Mennonite Cemetery,
Washington Boro.
He was a documented artisan weaver of coverlets.
Contact:
Debbie Saylor,
Curator
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or, Charlie Douts
2026 Open House
Guest Speaker: Brian Abramo
Washington Boro resident & local railroad historian will cover subjects like Rockfish Street & River Road passenger station, sidings to Wertz's and Shultz's coal yards,
and the Eshelman feed car.
Bring your own railroad memorabilia.
See the new duck and geese hunting exhibit.
Saturday, June 7
1pm–3pm
Mr. Abramo will speak at 2pm
Blue Rock Heritage Center
2251 River Road, Washington Boro, Lancaster County, PA.
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— A MEMBERS ONLY EVENT —
Blue Rock
Potluck
Gathering
A Potluck Social for all current members of Blue Rock Heritage Center and the
Lower Susquehanna Archaeological Society.
Share your own dish or dessert.
Campfire / Hotdog Roast / Smores
Drinks / Home-made Ice Cream provided.
Bring a lawn chair as we sit and watch
the sun set over the Susquehanna.​
Saturday, September 19, 2026
Arrive: 4pm / Dinner: 5pm
Blue Rock Heritage Center
2251 River Road, Washington Boro, Lancaster County, PA.
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Annual River
Heritage Day
Free Family Activities
Hayrides
Wildlife Presentations
Craft Vendors
Indian Artifact Displays
Classic Cars & Trucks
The FFA Tractor Pull
Great Food​​​
Saturday, October 17, 2026
9am–3pm
Washington Boro Park
2010 River Road, Washington Boro, Lancaster County, PA.
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