The Columbia Historic Preservation Society’s extensive photographic library includes images of Columbia street scenes, houses, businesses, people and landscapes dating back to the invention of photography. These images exist as either photographic prints or 4 x 5-inch glass negatives.
Photographic prints of selected images are available for a nominal production fee.
i am looking for some photos of sheetz’s shoe repair shop
Hi Robert, I am personally not familiar with the shoe repair shop history. Perhaps someone in our organization may be able to assist you. You may want to visit the CHiPS building at 19-21 North Second Street. We are open on Sundays from 1-4. We have a photo archive collection. You may also contact us by phone 684-2894. Thanks for you interest. ~Janette
Hello,
I have a check from July 1876. It was payed to B.J.Metz and payed by J.H.Kauffman for $20.00. The check is through Columbia National Bank/Dime Savings Bank. I am trying to find some history to these people. Do you have any information about them? If so that would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
Hi Kristina,
Please call the museum at 717 684-2894 for more information. Please leave a message. The museum is closed for the winter, but your message may be relayed in the hopes that a volunteer can offer you some insight into B.J Metz or J.H. Kauffman. You may also want to contact the bank museum. Thank you for your interest and good luck with your research. Janette
http://www.bankmuseum.org/
When will the museum be open again? Is this where the train layout is also? Thanks.
Hi Dana, The museum is re-opening from the winter break on April 22nd. We will be open on Sundays from 1-4 PM and on the fourth Friday of each month from 5-9 PM. The train layout is on the second floor of the museum. Thank you for your interest. ~Janette
I am looking for photographs of the Barber House, located on River Road. I think this is the second oldest house in Columbia, after Wright’s tavern. It is still standing, but is largely concealed by vegitation.
Thanks
Hi Chris, The museum will be re-opening April 22. We will be open on Sundays, 1-4 and fourth Fridays of each month from 5-9. We have archives that you are welcome to look through and someone may be able to answer your question. You can also contact the museum by phone at 684-2894. Thanks for your interest and good luck! ~Janette