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.
We do not have any public tours on August 30 due to Yorkfest. More Yorkfest event details can be found here.
In between shopping at artisan stalls during Yorkfest stop by the Colonial Courthouse to learn about York's connection to the American Revolution. The open house will only be Saturday, August 30 of Yorkfest.
We do not have any public tours on August 30 due to Yorkfest. More Yorkfest event details can be found here.
We do not have any public tours on August 30 due to Yorkfest. More Yorkfest event details can be found here.
The Susquehanna Ramblers discuss the nooks and crannies and forgotten places along the Susquehanna.
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. Admission can be paid in cash, or card. Suggested donation of $5. If you haveContinue reading "First Friday-September"
We have a private group visiting, please consider visiting us for Colonial Complex tours at 1 pm or 3 pm.
Explore the rich history York has to offer as you see the city from a new perspective. This month attendees will learn about the churches and cemeteries connected to our community. These places of worship and burial tell a deeper story when our guides highlight the people connected to these places. Tours will kickContinue reading "Churches & Cemeteries Walking Tour"
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"
York Civil War Roundtable: Charles Fennell - Cornfield at Antietam or Wheatfield at Gettysburg: A Comparison
Members and their guests are invited to the organization's Annual Meeting of the York County History Center. Vote our new slate of board directors, hear a state of the History Center report as we close out our first year in the new museum, library and archives with remarks from Benjamin Neely, new president and CEO.Continue reading "2025 Annual Meeting"