Calling all 4th – 6th graders who love history! The York County History Center is proud to offer a brand-new day camp this summer!
In advance of America’s 250th celebration next year, the History Center’s Revolutionary Thinkers Summer Camp will explore how the core founding documents of the Articles of Confederation, the US Constitution, and the Declaration of Independence helped shape the nation we know today.
When the British captured Philadelphia in the fall of 1777, the Continental Congress made York the capital from which it would conduct the war, and take the first step toward creating the United States as we know it.
When the British captured Philadelphia in the fall of 1777, the Continental Congress made York the capital from which it would conduct the war, and take the first step toward creating the United States as we know it.
In between shopping at artisan stalls during Yorkfest stop by the Colonial Courthouse to learn about York's connection to the American Revolution. The open house will only be Saturday, AugustContinue reading "Yorkfest Courthouse Open House"
See a 45-minute preview of Ken Burns' new documentary film series, "The American Revolution." The screening will be followed by a panel discussion hosted by Scott LaMar and featuring three Revolutionary period historians.
The York County History Center is proud to welcome acclaimed constitutional scholar and author Jeffrey Rosen as the featured guest in this year’s Distinguished Speaker Series, Friday, November 14 atContinue reading "An Evening with Jeffrey Rosen"
Celebrate the adoption of the Articles of Confederation with us! Adults and families can participate in hands-on activities that help us understand the place of the Articles of Confederation in American history and learn about York’s Revolutionary past!
More details coming soon.
An evening with York County History Storytellers is a gathering of history-minded people who love sharing stories. Tonight's program is SOLD OUT! Our American democracy is worth fighting for, andContinue reading "History Storytellers"
Author Michael C. Harris joins us for our first Second Saturday of 2026 to present and sign copies of his new book, Fighting for Philadelphia. Kick start your America250 celebrations whenContinue reading "Second Saturday January"
Enjoy an unforgettable night at the History Center with our historic mixology program! This month we are excited to lean into America's 250th this year and our cocktail selection isContinue reading "Spirits of the Past"
The focus will be The American Revolution by Ken Burns Please note we suggest you watch The American Revolution by Ken Burns on PBS. There is an additional fee throughContinue reading "Coffee & Conversation"
Test your knowledge of historic events, pop culture and more and enjoy free tacos on First Friday.