Articles of Confederation Day set for Nov. 15

Step into 1777. Articles of Confederation Day, Nov. 15 at York’s Colonial Complex. Hands-on history, live reenactments, 18th century market. Celebrate the events in York where America became a nation.
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  • The Preachers, The People, and The Praise

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

    Join us at the York County History Center for an inspiring presentation on the remarkable history of York’s Black Churches and their profound role in shaping social change. From the late 18th century to modern times, the Black Church has stood as a beacon of hope, education, and justice. In York, PA, these churches were more than places of worship—they were classrooms for children, centers for life skills and job training, and sanctuaries where the fight for equality was championed.

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    Finding Justice

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

    Executive Director of the Justice Bell Foundation Amanda Owen joins us to highlight Pennsylvania women's contribution to the cause of voting rights. The Justice Bell Foundation will show their 19-minute documentary followed by Q&A with Amanda Owen.

    Free

  • York Civil War Roundtable, March

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

    Dominish Marie Miller will present “The Not So Invisible Women: The Daughters of Charity: Contributions during and after the Battle of Gettysburg.”

    Free
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    First Friday

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

    Sign in at the front desk for free entry and take an adventure through 300+ year of York County History as you explore the museum during First Friday.

  • Ww2 Event

    World War II Briefings

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

    Speakers will include Richard Robinson, Tina Charles, and WW2 Veteran Frank Cohn.

    $15
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    First Friday-June

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

    Sign in at the front desk for free entry and take an adventure through more than 300 years of York County History as you explore the museum during First Friday.

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    Civil War Day

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

    York was caught in the crossfire of the war and even surrendered to the Confederates in the Summer of 1863. Our Civil War Day showcases the stories Yorkers, people of the Susquehanna Valley and beyond. Event schedule below.

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    First Friday- August

    First Friday is a celebration of our downtown! Each month the York County History Center offers activities to highlight history and fun.

    See our friends at the front desk to sign in and admission will be pay what you wish.

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    Second Saturday- August

    Living the Experience joins us to highlight their interactive historical reenactment of the Underground Railroad. This Underground Railroad living history program is presented interactively in first-person interpretation in an effort to bring alive the people, places, and events of Lancaster. The program actively engages its audiences in the learning of Lancaster’s involvement in the UndergroundContinue reading "Second Saturday- August"

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    Second Saturday Family Day

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

    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-The Arts are All Around Us will allow attendees a chance to explore York's history through hands on activities in our lobby and galleries. Activities for the dayContinue reading "Second Saturday Family Day"

  • First Friday October

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

    October 3 join us for pay as you wish late night museum hours from 5 pm until 8 pm at the History Center Museum. See our friends at the front desk to sign in and admission will be pay what you wish. Admission can be paid in cash, or card. Suggested donation of $5 inContinue reading "First Friday October"

  • First Friday-Walking Tours

    Beaver St Sandwich Board 32 N Beaver St, York, PA, United States

    Join us for a spooky look at York's past in preparation for Halloween. Stop by our Sandwich board on the corner of W. Clarke Ave and N. Beaver St for 30 minute Spooky Tours at 6 pm and 6:45. For a full spooky tour check our calendar for October's full walking tour experience.