An evening with York County History Storytellers is a gathering of history-minded people who love sharing stories. Tonight's program is SOLD OUT! Our American democracy is worth fighting for, and it has been since 1776. That struggle has produced heroes, all worthy. It has spawned foes - some with good intentions, others certainly not. Indeed,Continue reading "History Storytellers"
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-Festival of the Holidays will allow attendees a chance to explore York's history through hands on activities in our lobby and galleries. Activities will include story time, makeContinue reading "Second Saturday Family Day"
Learn about the people, places and things connected to local agriculture. Each session highlights different organizations within the agricultural community like family farms, wineries, apiaries and Penn State Extension. This month we will highlight York Fresh Food Farms and the Horn Farm Center. York Fresh Food Farms York Fresh Food Farms’ core focus is growingContinue reading "Agricultural York"
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 when you attend Second Saturday on January 10, 2026. Michael C. Harris is a graduate of the University of Mary Washington and the American Military University.Continue reading "Second Saturday January"
Enjoy an unforgettable night at the History Center with our historic mixology program! This month we are excited to lean into America's 250th this year and our cocktail selection is representative of the 18th Century with posset and flip. Join us to party like it is 1776! This program is for individuals 21+.
With the forecast for a major winter storm this weekend, the History Center will be closed Sunday, Jan. 25. We expect to be open again starting Tuesday, Jan. 27.
Find bargains just in time for Valentine's Day at this special two-day sale supporting the History Center.
Enjoy two hours of free-to-play board games in the museum. For those 21 and older, you will be given two tickets to be traded in for an alcoholic beverage. Beer tickets are $8 per person and sold at the door. Museum Galleries are closed this evening!
Find bargains just in time for Valentine's Day at this special two-day sale supporting the History Center.
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 Month will allow attendees a chance to explore York’s Black history through hands on activities in our lobby and galleries. Activities for the day Storytime- BooksContinue reading "Second Saturday- February"
Pick up free fastnachts and a beverage and chat with the Friends on Fastnacht Day
ZOOM ONLY. For the February Roundtable, Walter Stahr looks at the rivalry between Abraham Lincoln and his Treasury Secretary, Salmon P. Chase.