Columbia is blessed to be the home of the oldest enclosed market house in Lancaster County. The Historic Columbia Market House is a community treasure that is enjoyed by everyone in and around Columbia. In its 142nd year, the Market House is open on Thursdays and Fridays.
On May 2, 1868 The Columbia Spy reported:
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Brian,
Excellent article from 1868 on the need for a new market house. In reading the letter writer’s comments, it seems Columbians were as passionate about this issue as they are today!