October Walking Tour
Hear the legends of the Cannibal King, the Wildman, and much more as you walk along the spooky streets of Downtown York. Tours will kick off from the History CenterContinue reading "October Walking Tour"
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York County History Center Museum 121 North Pershing Ave., York, PA, United States
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Spirits of the Past- SOLD OUT
York County History Center Museum 121 North Pershing Ave., York, PA, United StatesEach program we also highlight any York connections to the cocktails, and alcohol. Spirits of the Past began in 2022 and has served 20 historic cocktails to date for attendees.Continue reading "Spirits of the Past- SOLD OUT"
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Tannenberg Organ Concert Series
York County History Center Museum 121 North Pershing Ave., York, PA, United StatesExperience a live performance of York's only remaining Tannenberg Organ, built here in York in 1804. This priceless artifact is back at the History Center after two years of restoration.Continue reading "Tannenberg Organ Concert Series"
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“The American Revolution”: Sneak Preview & Panel Discussion
FeaturedYork County History Center Museum 121 North Pershing Ave., York, PA, United StatesSee 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.
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First Friday in November
York County History Center Museum 121 North Pershing Ave., York, PA, United StatesOn November 7 join us for pay as you wish late night museum hours from 5 pm until 8 pm at the History Center Museum. See our friends at theContinue reading "First Friday in November"
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Second Saturday November
York County History Center Museum 121 North Pershing Ave., York, PA, United StatesNovember 8 is International STEAM day! Join us as we welcome Tom Ort to present S. Morgan Smith and the York, PA Hydropower Legacy. Hydropower research, development, and manufacturing hasContinue reading "Second Saturday November"
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Articles of Confederation Day
FeaturedColonial Complex 157 W. Market St., York, PA, United StatesCelebrate 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!
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First Friday December
Colonial Complex 157 W. Market St., York, PA, United StatesJoin us at the Colonial Complex for a tour focused on the holidays of the Colonial period from 5:30 pm - 8 pm. Last tour will be at 7:45 pmContinue reading "First Friday December"
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History Storytellers
York County History Center Museum 121 North Pershing Ave., York, PA, United StatesAn 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"
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Second Saturday Family Day
York County History Center Museum 121 North Pershing Ave., York, PA, United StatesTake part in a day of family fun and learning with our quarterly Second Saturday Family Day! The History Center Museum holds many stories and artifacts, Family Day-Festival of theContinue reading "Second Saturday Family Day"
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Second Saturday January
York County History Center Museum 121 North Pershing Ave., York, PA, United StatesAuthor 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"
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Spirits of the Past
York County History Center Museum 121 North Pershing Ave., York, PA, United StatesEnjoy 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"