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    Revolutionary York Exhibit Opening

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    When British forces seized Philadelphia in 1777, America's leaders fled to York — and a frontier town of 1,800 became the seat of a revolution. This is that story.

  • Revolutionary Thinkers logo on a photo of Gates and Plough

    Revolutionary Thinkers Summer Camp, Day 2

    This summer, 4th–6th graders can step inside the American founding story — exploring the Declaration of Independence, touring historic sites, and discovering how York County shaped a nation.

    $20.00
  • Revolutionary Thinkers logo on a photo of Gates and Plough

    Revolutionary Thinkers Summer Camp, Day 3

    This summer, 4th–6th graders can step inside the American founding story — exploring the Declaration of Independence, touring historic sites, and discovering how York County shaped a nation.

    $20.00

  • World War II Briefings

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

    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. In August we will welcome Lou Lavetan and John Bailey. The stories shared by these men will focus on local men who were membersContinue reading "World War II Briefings"

    $15

  • Writers’ Roundtable

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

    Writers' Roundtable

    Free

  • First Friday – September

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

    First Friday September 4  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 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.  

    $10

  • Murals Walking Tour

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

    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 ofContinue reading "Murals Walking Tour"

    $12