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  • August Walking Tour

    York County History Center Museum 121 North Pershing Ave., York, PA, United States

    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.

    $10

  • Yorkfest Courthouse Open House

    Colonial Complex 157 W. Market St., York, PA, United States

    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, August 30 of Yorkfest.

  • Churches & Cemeteries Walking Tour

    York County History Center Museum 121 North Pershing Ave., York, PA, United States

    Explore the rich history York has to offer as you see the city from a new perspective. This month attendees will learn about the churches and cemeteries connected to our community. These places of worship and burial tell a deeper story when our guides highlight the people connected to these places.   Tours will kickContinue reading "Churches & Cemeteries Walking Tour"

  • Phil Cooper performs on the History Center's Tannenberg Organ in June 2025.

    Tannenberg Organ Concert Series

    York County History Center Museum 121 North Pershing Ave., York, PA, United States

    Experience a live performance by Anna Smith on York's only remaining Tannenberg Organ, built here in York in 1804.

  • First Friday October

    York County History Center Museum 121 North Pershing Ave., York, PA, United States

    October 3 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 the frontContinue reading "First Friday October"

  • October Walking Tour

    York County History Center Museum 121 North Pershing Ave., York, PA, United States

    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"

  • October Walking Tour

    York County History Center Museum 121 North Pershing Ave., York, PA, United States

    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 Center Museum. We suggest to order your tickets ahead of time as this allows us prepare the group. You can purchase tickets at the button above.

  • Spirits of the Past- SOLD OUT

    York County History Center Museum 121 North Pershing Ave., York, PA, United States

    Each 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. Attendees have taken part in making the Mary Pickford, Irish Coffee, and Cherry Bounce Sours to just name a few. Our program sessions include atContinue reading "Spirits of the Past- SOLD OUT"

    $35

  • Tannenberg Organ Concert Series

    York County History Center Museum 121 North Pershing Ave., York, PA, United States

    Experience 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. Richard Frey returns to play an array of Halloween songs to get you prepared for the spooky holiday. Costumes are encouraged!   Registration is suggestedContinue reading "Tannenberg Organ Concert Series"

  • Graphic image for The American Revolution film by Ken Burns on PBS

    “The American Revolution”: Sneak Preview & Panel Discussion

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    York County History Center Museum 121 North Pershing Ave., York, PA, United States

    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.

    Free