magnifier
Teach PA History
magbottom
 
Visit PA Regions
Mapping the West
Extensions

Use Worksheet 2: Comparing Maps to compare and contrast Source 2: Map of the Country Inhabited by Western Tribes of Indians to a modern map of the same area. Ask a professional surveyor to speak to the class about modern surveying techniques and technology.

Field Trips

Sehner-Ellicott-von Hess House
Currently the home of the Historic Preservation Trust of Lancaster County, this building was once the home of Andrew Ellicott from 1801-1813, where he instructed Meriwether Lewis in surveying techniques for the expedition. Self-guided tours are available.

123 N. Prince Street
Lancaster, PA

Back to Top