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SUMMARY:July 4th at the Colonial Courthouse
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the Colonial Courthouse on July 4th for our open house. Ask questions about our reconstructed courthouse\, learn about York history\, and see 18th Century artifacts on display. \nNo Colonial Complex tours on July 4th. \nWant more Revolutionary War history? Head down the block to the History Center Museum and view the newly opened Revolutionary York exhibit in the Brougher Gallery. View the event details here for pricing. \nPlease note the Fire Museum and Agricultural and Industrial Museum are both closed on July 4. Open sites include the History Center Museum and the Colonial Courthouse.
URL:https://www.yorkhistorycenter.org/event/july-4th-at-the-colonial-courthouse/
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:20260724T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T193000
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SUMMARY:Revolutionary York Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION: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\, and “Mad” Anthony Wayne. Included in this tour is the site of a duel that was to take place between General Horatio Gates and James Wilkinson. \nTours 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. \nAll York walking tours will start and end at the History Center museum and will last 60-90 minutes. Tours are recommended for ages 12 and older.
URL:https://www.yorkhistorycenter.org/event/revolutionary-york-walking-tour/
LOCATION:York County History Center Museum\, 121 North Pershing Ave.\, York\, PA\, 17401\, United States
CATEGORIES:250th Anniversary,American History,Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="Caroline":MAILTO:ctravers@yorkhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T200000
DTSTAMP:20260727T134720Z
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SUMMARY:First Friday - August
DESCRIPTION: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 the NEW Revolutionary York exhibit on the 3rd floor.
URL:https://www.yorkhistorycenter.org/event/first-friday-august-2/
LOCATION:York County History Center Museum\, 121 North Pershing Ave.\, York\, PA\, 17401\, United States
CATEGORIES:American History,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:20260821T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T193000
DTSTAMP:20260810T153021Z
CREATED:20260601T193520Z
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SUMMARY:Cemeteries & Churches Walking Tour -SOLD OUT
DESCRIPTION: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 connected to these places. \nTours 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. \nAll York walking tours will start and end at the History Center museum and will last 60-90 minutes. Tours are recommended for ages 12 and older. \n  \nPlease consider joining us for our September Murals Walking Tour\, register here.
URL:https://www.yorkhistorycenter.org/event/cemeteries-churches-walking-tour/
LOCATION:York County History Center Museum\, 121 North Pershing Ave.\, York\, PA\, 17401\, United States
CATEGORIES:American History,Black History,Community,Diverse Stories
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ORGANIZER;CN="Caroline":MAILTO:ctravers@yorkhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T120000
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SUMMARY:Closing Early
DESCRIPTION:The History Center Museum is closing at noon on Saturday\, September 12\, in preparation for a private event. Please consider visiting the History Center Museum and Colonial Complex before noon and continue your visit at the Agricultural and Industrial Museum or Fire Museum. Due to the early closure\, we will only have an 11 a.m. Colonial Complex tour on September 12. Additionally the Library & Archives will at noon as well.
URL:https://www.yorkhistorycenter.org/event/closing-early-3/
LOCATION:York County History Center Museum\, 121 North Pershing Ave.\, York\, PA\, 17401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Diverse Stories
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ORGANIZER;CN="Caroline":MAILTO:ctravers@yorkhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T193000
DTSTAMP:20260727T132141Z
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UID:121378-1790359200-1790364600@www.yorkhistorycenter.org
SUMMARY:Murals Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Scattered amongst the walls of York’s fabulous architecture\, 18 murals depict scenes of the county’s proudest moments and people. Leaving from the Colonial Complex\, guides will describe the background of 10 of them as you stroll down Market Street\, George\, and return via Philadelphia Street. \nAll York walking tours will start and end at the History Center museum and will last 60-90 minutes. Tours are recommended for ages 12 and older. Tickets for our walking tours are $10 for History Center members and $12 for non-members. Our walking tours are offered during the months of May through August and are typically a evening week night experience. \nThis walking tour will include a highlight from local artist Annelise Vuono who has painted several murals in Downtown York.
URL:https://www.yorkhistorycenter.org/event/murals-walking-tour/
LOCATION:York County History Center Museum\, 121 North Pershing Ave.\, York\, PA\, 17401\, United States
CATEGORIES:American History,Community,Local History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T110000
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SUMMARY:52nd Fall Oyster Festival
DESCRIPTION:Crisp autumn air\, vibrant colors\, live music\, amazing food\, and fun for the whole family: The Fall Oyster Festival is back\, and this year it’s bigger and better than ever. Join us in the heart of historic downtown York for a perfect fall Sunday you won’t want to miss. \nThere’s no better way to celebrate the season than spending a Sunday afternoon outside surrounded by the beauty of a York autumn. The Colonial Complex provides a stunning historic backdrop for a day filled with great energy\, warm flavors and community connection. \nWhether you’re strolling with the kids\, exploring with friends or making it a date day\, the Fall Oyster Festival has everything you need for an unforgettable fall outing. Never tried an oyster before? This is your chance. Or sample some of our land-locked fare. Whatever you prefer\, we have you covered! \nAdmission is free; food and beverages are pay as you go.
URL:https://www.yorkhistorycenter.org/event/52nd-fall-oyster-festival/
LOCATION:Colonial Complex\, 157 W. Market St.\, York\, PA\, 17401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Oyster Festival
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dan":MAILTO:dfink@yorkhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261030T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261030T193000
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CREATED:20260601T193844Z
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SUMMARY:Spooky Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Hear the legends of the Cannibal King\, the Wildman\, and much more as you walk along the spooky streets of Downtown York. \nTours 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. \nAll York walking tours will start and end at the History Center museum and will last 60-90 minutes. Tours are recommended for ages 12 and older.
URL:https://www.yorkhistorycenter.org/event/spooky-walking-tour/
LOCATION:York County History Center Museum\, 121 North Pershing Ave.\, York\, PA\, 17401\, United States
CATEGORIES:American History,Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="Caroline":MAILTO:ctravers@yorkhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T133050Z
CREATED:20260421T132910Z
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SUMMARY:Articles of Confederation Day
DESCRIPTION:This year kicks off 250th anniversary celebrations throughout the United States. Join us in November to continue the year of celebrations as we highlight the Articles of Confederation\, one of America’s first founding documents. The event will take place on November 14\, 2026 from 10 am until 3 pm. We are welcoming in a range of historic tradespeople\, reenactors\, musicians\, and more. Check back this summer for more details about our event this Fall.
URL:https://www.yorkhistorycenter.org/event/articles-of-confederation-day-2026/
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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