Civil War Roundtable
Ron Kirkwood, author of two books on Gettysburg's George Spangler farm, visits the Roundtable in January to talk about his most recent book on the Spangler Farm, "Tell Mother NotContinue reading "Civil War Roundtable"
The History Center will close at noon Saturday, April 11, to prepare for our A Date with History event Saturday evening. If you were thinking of visiting, we will open as usual starting at 10 a.m. Be sure to give yourself time to explore the museum. And anyone can still support A Date with History by making a donation of any amount.
Ron Kirkwood, author of two books on Gettysburg's George Spangler farm, visits the Roundtable in January to talk about his most recent book on the Spangler Farm, "Tell Mother NotContinue reading "Civil War Roundtable"
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.
The National Guard of Pennsylvania History Project will be tabling in the lobby of the History Center Museum on July 19. Come see the uniforms, arms, and equipment carried by the national guard during it's early history, and learn about the companies that called York County home.
Shippensburg University Professor Dr. Allen Dieterich-Ward with a specialization in environmental history joins us August 25. Join the discussion of his new book Cradle of Conservation: An Environmental History of Pennsylvania.
See a 45-minute preview of Ken Burns' new documentary film series, "The American Revolution." The screening will be followed by a panel discussion hosted by Scott LaMar and featuring three Revolutionary period historians.
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 whenContinue reading "Second Saturday January"
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"