Lafayette Club History
The Lafayette Club was formed in late 1898 by prominent men of the community- county judges, bankers, industrialists, and merchants- as an exclusive social club. Although there is no record of how the members decided on the name Lafayette Club, there is reason to believe that it comes from the Conway Cabal plot to depose General George Washington. At a dinner in York given by General Gates, who hoped to replace Washington as Commander-in-Chief, the Marquis de Lafayette proposed a toast "to our Commander-in-Chief General Washington. May he remain at the head of the army until independence is won! ". This effectively ended any threat to General Washington.
Today, the Lafayette Club continues its tradition as the premier business club of York, offering fine food, beverage and fellowship to Ladies and Gentlemen in a congenial atmosphere.
In early 1912, the members of the Lafayette Club purchased a fine federal period residence one block east of Center Square, The elegant yet warm four-story clubhouse offers its members and guests an outstanding facility. Features include: formal parlor, reading room, warm main dining room with fireplace and stained glass windows, rich wood paneled tavern/grille room with painted murals depicting colonial York, at the time of Lafayette's final visit.
Dress Code
Five private rooms, accommodating parties of 4 to 50, are available at nominal cost. Larger dinner parties or receptions can be arranged. The Lafayette Club's professional staff assists in planning every detail for a successful event, including customizing menus to satisfy individual needs. As a club member, no deposit is required when reserving a private meeting or party room.
Coat and tie for gentlemen and business attire for ladies required in the main dining room and parlor; appropriate casual wear in all other parts of the Clubhouse and at breakfast.
Member’s spouses are automatically associate members with full privilege in the Clubhouse.
It is policy of the club to practice a commitment of equal opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, age, sex, or national origin.
Breakfast and Lunch are served Monday through Friday, 7-10am and 11am-2pm, respectively. Call the club office for the current dinner schedule. The Club is usually closed Saturday, Sunday and major Holidays. Food and Beverages service is available at other times by prior arrangement with the manager.
The Lafayette Club was formed in late 1898 by prominent men of the community- county judges, bankers, industrialists, and merchants- as an exclusive social club. Although there is no record of how the members decided on the name Lafayette Club, there is reason to believe that it comes from the Conway Cabal plot to depose General George Washington. At a dinner in York given by General Gates, who hoped to replace Washington as Commander-in-Chief, the Marquis de Lafayette proposed a toast "to our Commander-in-Chief General Washington. May he remain at the head of the army until independence is won! ". This effectively ended any threat to General Washington.
Today, the Lafayette Club continues its tradition as the premier business club of York, offering fine food, beverage and fellowship to Ladies and Gentlemen in a congenial atmosphere.
In early 1912, the members of the Lafayette Club purchased a fine federal period residence one block east of Center Square, The elegant yet warm four-story clubhouse offers its members and guests an outstanding facility. Features include: formal parlor, reading room, warm main dining room with fireplace and stained glass windows, rich wood paneled tavern/grille room with painted murals depicting colonial York, at the time of Lafayette's final visit.
Dress Code
Five private rooms, accommodating parties of 4 to 50, are available at nominal cost. Larger dinner parties or receptions can be arranged. The Lafayette Club's professional staff assists in planning every detail for a successful event, including customizing menus to satisfy individual needs. As a club member, no deposit is required when reserving a private meeting or party room.
Coat and tie for gentlemen and business attire for ladies required in the main dining room and parlor; appropriate casual wear in all other parts of the Clubhouse and at breakfast.
Member’s spouses are automatically associate members with full privilege in the Clubhouse.
It is policy of the club to practice a commitment of equal opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, age, sex, or national origin.
Breakfast and Lunch are served Monday through Friday, 7-10am and 11am-2pm, respectively. Call the club office for the current dinner schedule. The Club is usually closed Saturday, Sunday and major Holidays. Food and Beverages service is available at other times by prior arrangement with the manager.
