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  • 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.

  • 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
  • head shot of Jeffrey Rosen

    An Evening with Jeffrey Rosen

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    Appell Center for the Performing Arts 50 N. George St., York, PA, United States

    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 at 7:30 pm at the Appell Center for the Performing Arts Capitol Theatre. Mr. Rosen will present insights from his latest work, The Pursuit of Liberty:Continue reading "An Evening with Jeffrey Rosen"

    $55 – $85

  • Articles of Confederation Day

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

    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.

  • image of a holiday envelope with the date December 5, 2025, for a colonial holiday tour

    First Friday December

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

    Join 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 pm that evening.. Be sure to bundle up and end your visit warming up in our summer kitchen with some sweets. No late night museum hoursContinue reading "First Friday December"

  • Image showing exterior of History Center at night with text York County History Storytellers Dec. 11

    History Storytellers

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

    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, and it has been since 1776. That struggle has produced heroes, all worthy. It has spawned foes - some with good intentions, others certainly not. Indeed,Continue reading "History Storytellers"

    $10

  • Second Saturday January

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

    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 when you attend Second Saturday on January 10, 2026. Michael C. Harris is a graduate of the University of Mary Washington and the American Military University.Continue reading "Second Saturday January"

  • Spirits of the Past

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

    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 is representative of the 18th Century with posset and flip. Join us to party like it is 1776!   This program is for individuals 21+.

  • Coffee & Conversation

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

    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 through the PBS Passport app if you did not watch the series when it premiered. If you are planning to view the docuseries, PBS provides anContinue reading "Coffee & Conversation"

  • First Friday- March

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

    Test your knowledge of historic events, pop culture and more and enjoy free tacos on First Friday.

  • Seasonal Sites Re-open

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    The Fire Museum and Colonial Complex will re-open for the 2026 season on Saturday, April 4. Days of the week to keep in mind when visiting our seasonal sites: Tuesday through Saturday we offer tours of the Colonial Complex, and Saturdays the Fire Museum is open. You can explore the Gates House, Plough Tavern andContinue reading "Seasonal Sites Re-open"

  • Go Green in the City

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

    Visit us at the Colonial Courthouse during Go Green in the City from 10 am until noon. This is a chance to get a glimpse into the Colonial Courthouse, no formal tours will be provided during this time but you are welcome to ask our guide(s) questions. Other details about Go Green in the CityContinue reading "Go Green in the City"