Take 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-Black History MonthContinue reading "Second Saturday- February"
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 throughContinue reading "Coffee & Conversation"
Test your knowledge of historic events, pop culture and more and enjoy free tacos on First Friday.
In March we are making our way to Continental Square for the Saint Patrick's Day parade as they celebrate their 40th year. Find us for a history related children's activityContinue reading "Second Saturday- March"
Our next session will be April 22 with a focus on Veterans and Army Veteran Alex Kelly will be in attendance to discuss her experiences in Desert Storm. Alex Kelly is a graduate of William Penn High School and has spent a large portion of her life in York County. She holds two degrees inContinue reading "Coffee & Conversation"
Enjoy an unforgettable night at the History Center with our historic mixology program! We're celebrating National Gardening Month in April, and attendees will enjoy two flowery cocktails: the Aviation, a classic Prohibition-era drink made with crème de violette, which gives it a signature pale blue/purple color and floral notes; and Elderflower Mojito, which adds a noteContinue reading "Spirits of the Past"
Join the Friends of the History Center for their annual Spring Luncheon and the latest in their If These Walls Could Talk programs. For this year's luncheon, explore the twists and turns in the history of York College, from its founding in 1787 to its exciting growth on the edge of York today. Pat PoetContinue reading "Friends Spring Luncheon"
Why did a gifted man of the cloth leave the ministry to manufacture washing machines? How did an ex preacher, so poor at one time he could not afford to fix the roof on his house, become a wealthy man and the leading industrialist in the history of York? How did five exiting companies employingContinue reading "Manufacturing York"
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 and August. York has a rich history connected to World War II. For May's session, we will welcome in Steven Smith, Richard Robinson and Mike SigginsContinue reading "World War II Briefings"