As a part of our focus on America's 250th anniversary we are excited to welcome children with their adults to experience an array of activities at the History Center MuseumContinue reading "History Explorers- Centennial Celebrations"
Enjoy an unforgettable night at the History Center with our historic mixology program! July's session of Spirits of the Past will include cocktails from the 1970s with a focus onContinue reading "Spirits of the Past"
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. Guides will share stories of local heroes, as well as national notables such as George Washington, andContinue reading "Revolutionary York Walking Tour"
We are thrilled to welcome one of the History Center's History Makers Brady Pappas and filmmaker Colleen C. Brady for a screening of Amish Country Queer on July 31st. July 31st is an evening to celebrate local queer history! FEW TICKETS REMAIN- RESERVE YOUR SEAT NOW! The evening will include a Free screening of AmishContinue reading "Community Screening"
This summer, 4th–6th graders can step inside the American founding story — exploring the Declaration of Independence, touring historic sites, and discovering how York County shaped a nation.
This summer, 4th–6th graders can step inside the American founding story — exploring the Declaration of Independence, touring historic sites, and discovering how York County shaped a nation.
This summer, 4th–6th graders can step inside the American founding story — exploring the Declaration of Independence, touring historic sites, and discovering how York County shaped a nation.
Mark your calendars: First Friday returns Aug. 7, and you can stop in for our extended evening hours from 5-8 p.m. (suggested donation of $10 per person). This is your chance to come in from the summer humidity and explore some of the cool interactive elements in the museum galleries. Don't miss out on theContinue reading "First Friday – August"
Our World War II Briefings program is biannual. The program dates fall closely with Victory in Europe Day (VE Day) and Victory over Japan Day (VJ Day) in May andContinue reading "World War II Briefings"
Join us to learn about the churches and cemeteries tied to downtown York. These places of worship and burial tell a deeper story when our guides highlight the people connectedContinue reading "Cemeteries & Churches Walking Tour"
Writers' Roundtable
First Friday September 4 you can stop in for our extended evening hours from 5-8 p.m. (suggested donation of $10 per person). This is your chance to explore some of the cool interactive elements in the museum galleries. Don’t miss out on the NEW Revolutionary York exhibit on the 3rd floor.