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SUMMARY:Go Green in the City
DESCRIPTION: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. \nOther details about Go Green in the City can be found on Downtown York’s website here.
URL:https://www.yorkhistorycenter.org/event/go-green-in-the-city/
LOCATION:Colonial Complex\, 157 W. Market St.\, York\, PA\, 17401\, United States
CATEGORIES:American History,Colonial Period
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ORGANIZER;CN="Caroline":MAILTO:ctravers@yorkhistorycenter.org
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SUMMARY:Seasonal Sites Re-open
DESCRIPTION:The Fire Museum and Colonial Complex will re-open for the 2026 season on Saturday\, April 4. \nDays 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 and the Colonial Courthouse by taking our staff-led tour\, which is timed and can be added to your visit experience. To purchase your admission ticket\, visit our ticket sales page or purchase your tickets upon arrival. \n 
URL:https://www.yorkhistorycenter.org/event/seasonal-sites-re-open/
CATEGORIES:250th Anniversary,American History,Colonial Period
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ORGANIZER;CN="Caroline":MAILTO:ctravers@yorkhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T180000
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SUMMARY:First Friday- March
DESCRIPTION:Test your knowledge of historic events\, pop culture\, and more when you attend Trivia & Tacos March 6 at the History Center Museum. Taco supplies will be provided to attendees\, tacos available while supplies last. \nTrivia is recommended for ages 16 and up. \nThis activity was made possible in part by a Downtown Inc First Friday Grant\, sponsored by WellSpan Health. \nMuseum Galleries are closed this evening!
URL:https://www.yorkhistorycenter.org/event/first-friday-march/
LOCATION:York County History Center Museum\, 121 North Pershing Ave.\, York\, PA\, 17401\, United States
CATEGORIES:250th Anniversary,American History,Colonial Period,Community,Diverse Stories,First Friday
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ORGANIZER;CN="Caroline":MAILTO:ctravers@yorkhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T193000
DTSTAMP:20260530T131930
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SUMMARY:Coffee & Conversation
DESCRIPTION:The focus will be The American Revolution by Ken Burns \nPlease 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 an episode guide you may want to view here. \nEach session will have a different focus and materials to view prior to the program which is mentioned above. This program is recommended attendees are high school age students and adults. It is $5 per person and History Center Members are free to attend. Registration is required to attend this program\, you can register at the link in this section. \nCoffee and tea will be provided for attendees. \nRegistration ends on February 24 at 6:30 PM.
URL:https://www.yorkhistorycenter.org/event/coffee-conversation/
LOCATION:York County History Center Museum\, 121 North Pershing Ave.\, York\, PA\, 17401\, United States
CATEGORIES:250th Anniversary,American History,Colonial Period,Community,Diverse Stories,Local History,Modern History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Caroline":MAILTO:ctravers@yorkhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T200000
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SUMMARY:Spirits of the Past
DESCRIPTION: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! \n  \nThis program is for individuals 21+.
URL:https://www.yorkhistorycenter.org/event/spirits-of-the-past-4/
LOCATION:York County History Center Museum\, 121 North Pershing Ave.\, York\, PA\, 17401\, United States
CATEGORIES:250th Anniversary,American History,Colonial Period,Spirits of the Past
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ORGANIZER;CN="Caroline":MAILTO:ctravers@yorkhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260110T103000
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SUMMARY:Second Saturday January
DESCRIPTION: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. \nMichael C. Harris is a graduate of the University of Mary Washington and the American Military University. He has worked for the National Park Service in Fredericksburg\, Virginia\, Fort Mott State Park in New Jersey\, and the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission at Brandywine Battlefield. Mike has conducted tours and staff rides of many of the East Coast battlefields and is certified and currently teaches in the Philadelphia region. He lives in Pennsylvania with his wife Michelle and son Nathanael. His first book\, Brandywine\, was awarded the American Revolution Round Table of Richmond Book Award in 2014.
URL:https://www.yorkhistorycenter.org/event/second-saturday-january/
LOCATION:York County History Center Museum\, 121 North Pershing Ave.\, York\, PA\, 17401\, United States
CATEGORIES:250th Anniversary,American History,Colonial Period,Community,State History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Caroline":MAILTO:ctravers@yorkhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T183000
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SUMMARY:History Storytellers
DESCRIPTION:An evening with York County History Storytellers is a gathering of history-minded people who love sharing stories. \nTonight’s program is SOLD OUT! \nOur 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\, you could say the York County experience with our American democracy has ranged from heroes to zeros. Historians participating in the York County History Storytellers evening are returning to explore what has worked in York County’s history and those times that we’ve fallen short. As a county\, we can learn from both. \nThe program starts at 6:30 p.m.\, Dec. 11\, and will feature Ben Neely\, June Burk Lloyd\, Samantha Dorm\, Jeri Jones\, Scott Mingus and Stephen H. Smith. Doors open at 5:30 pm for those who wish to explore the museum for free prior to the event. \nHometown History’s Jamie Noerpel and Dominish Marie Miller will host the evening. Jim McClure will preside at the popular “Stump the Historian” segment. \nProgram in collaboration with the York Daily Record and Hometown History.
URL:https://www.yorkhistorycenter.org/event/history-storytellers-2/
LOCATION:York County History Center Museum\, 121 North Pershing Ave.\, York\, PA\, 17401\, United States
CATEGORIES:250th Anniversary,American History,Colonial Period,Community,Diverse Stories,Local History,Modern History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Caroline":MAILTO:ctravers@yorkhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T173000
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SUMMARY:First Friday December
DESCRIPTION: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. \nNo late night museum hours that evening.
URL:https://www.yorkhistorycenter.org/event/first-friday-december/
LOCATION:Colonial Complex\, 157 W. Market St.\, York\, PA\, 17401\, United States
CATEGORIES:American History,Colonial Period,Community,First Friday,Jewish History,Local History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Caroline":MAILTO:ctravers@yorkhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T150000
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CREATED:20250801T201430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T160852Z
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SUMMARY:Articles of Confederation Day
DESCRIPTION:ViewCelebrate 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! \nWe are excited to welcome in a range of historic tradespeople\, interpreters and historical organizations. \nThose groups include: \n\nBaron von Steuben\, Ned Hector & George Washington\nCentral York Middle School Fifes and Drums\nMatthew Dodd who performs Revolutionary songs\nRobert Mouland a historic musician with his Marionettes a’ la planchette\nStone House History\nChildren of the American Revolution\, Daughters of the American Revolution and the Sons of the American Revolution\n.918 Club with their printing press demonstrations\n\nThanks to Explore York for supporting Articles of Confederation Day 2025.  \n\n\n 
URL:https://www.yorkhistorycenter.org/event/articles-of-confederation-day/
LOCATION:Colonial Complex\, 157 W. Market St.\, York\, PA\, 17401\, United States
CATEGORIES:250th Anniversary,American History,Articles of Confederation Day,Colonial Period,Community,Diverse Stories,Local History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Caroline":MAILTO:ctravers@yorkhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251114T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251114T210000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T181737Z
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SUMMARY:An Evening with Jeffrey Rosen
DESCRIPTION: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. \nMr. Rosen will present insights from his latest work\, The Pursuit of Liberty: How Hamilton vs. Jefferson Ignited the Lasting Battle Over Power in America\, a timely exploration of how the founding debates continue to shape our political landscape. In a thought-provoking evening of conversation and reflection\, Rosen will also draw powerful connections between the Articles of Confederation and the enduring tensions in American governance today. All ticket holders will receive a free copy of The Pursuit of Liberty. There will be time for Q&A and a book signing will follow. \nJoin us for this rare opportunity to hear from one of the nation’s leading voices on the Constitution\, liberty\, and the legacy of our Founding Fathers. \nTickets on sale through the Appell Center Box Office here. \nSponsorships are available.  If you are interested in being a sponsor of this event\, please contact Terri Altland\, VP of Visitor Engagement or call 717-848-1587 ext 303.
URL:https://www.yorkhistorycenter.org/event/distinguished-speaker-series/
LOCATION:Appell Center for the Performing Arts\, 50 N. George St.\, York\, PA\, 17401\, United States
CATEGORIES:250th Anniversary,Colonial Period,Community,Local History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T200000
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CREATED:20251008T153907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T203912Z
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SUMMARY:"The American Revolution": Sneak Preview & Panel Discussion
DESCRIPTION:WITF and the History Center are partnering to present a special\, FREE preview screening of the highly anticipated Ken Burns documentary “The American Revolution” before it premieres nationwide. Join us Thursday\, Nov. 6\, for an evening of history\, insight and conversation.\nFollowing the preview screening\, Scott Lamar\, former host of WITF’s “Smart Talk” and “The Spark\,” will lead a panel of expert historians through an engaging and thoughtful conversation about the people and events that changed the course of history.\nPre-registration is required to attend. Use the Eventbrite registration page to reserve your seat at this special sneak preview. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Program starts at 6.\n“The American Revolution” will premiere on Sunday\, Nov. 16\, and will air for six consecutive nights through Friday\, Nov. 21\, from 8–10 p.m. on WITF.
URL:https://www.yorkhistorycenter.org/event/the-american-revolution-sneak-preview-panel-discussion/
LOCATION:York County History Center Museum\, 121 North Pershing Ave.\, York\, PA\, 17401\, United States
CATEGORIES:250th Anniversary,American History,Colonial Period,State History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dan":MAILTO:dfink@yorkhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250830T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250830T150000
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SUMMARY:Yorkfest Courthouse Open House
DESCRIPTION:In between shopping at artisan stalls during Yorkfest stop by the Colonial Courthouse to learn about York’s connection to the American Revolution. \nThe open house will only be Saturday\, August 30 of Yorkfest.
URL:https://www.yorkhistorycenter.org/event/yorkfest-courthouse-open-house/
LOCATION:Colonial Complex\, 157 W. Market St.\, York\, PA\, 17401\, United States
CATEGORIES:250th Anniversary,American History,Colonial Period,Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="Caroline":MAILTO:ctravers@yorkhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T113000
DTSTAMP:20260530T131930
CREATED:20250404T183757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T183757Z
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SUMMARY:Second Saturday
DESCRIPTION:Due to his love of history Michael Maloney started writing books. His latest book Rattlesnake Colonel: Thomas Cresap An American Paradox will be the focus of our Second Saturday program in May. Rattlesnake Colonel covers the contradictory and often controversial life of Thomas Cresap. \n  \nBuy a copy of his book from our museum store before the presentation.
URL:https://www.yorkhistorycenter.org/event/second-saturday/
CATEGORIES:Colonial Period,Local History,Second Saturday,State History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250202T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250202T173000
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SUMMARY:Lafayette Returns to York!
DESCRIPTION:Our event will begin in Continental Square (1 E Market St\, York\, PA 17401) with a procession down Market Street to the Colonial Complex and ending at the History Center for brief remarks\, a pop up display of Lafayette related artifacts and light refreshments. Come dressed for the weather and ready to hear from Lafayette during a recreation of his 1825 toast.  \n Accompanied by the Central York Middle School Fife and Drums and in partnership with the American Friends of Lafayette\, the Daughters of the American Revolution and the York County History Center. \nThe pop up display highlights the important stories of Lafayette’s life and legacy including his involvement in the American Revolution and the Franco-American Alliance. This display was designed in part by the Bicentennial of Lafayette’s Farewell Tour and brought to us by the American Friends of Lafayette. We hope you enjoy!
URL:https://www.yorkhistorycenter.org/event/lafayette-returns-to-york/
LOCATION:York County History Center Museum\, 121 North Pershing Ave.\, York\, PA\, 17401\, United States
CATEGORIES:American History,Colonial Period
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ORGANIZER;CN="Caroline":MAILTO:ctravers@yorkhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250129T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250129T200000
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SUMMARY:Lafayette's Grand Tour
DESCRIPTION:In 1824\, American Revolutionary War hero the Marquis de Lafayette visited the United States of America for a Grand Tour of all 24 states\, including a historic visit to York. Join public historian Elizabeth Reese in a lecture follow’s Lafayette’s tour\, highlighting the important people\, events\, and legacy of America’s favorite fighting Frenchman.
URL:https://www.yorkhistorycenter.org/event/lafayettes-grand-tour/
LOCATION:York County History Center Museum\, 121 North Pershing Ave.\, York\, PA\, 17401\, United States
CATEGORIES:American History,Colonial Period,Local History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Caroline":MAILTO:ctravers@yorkhistorycenter.org
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