In January 1924, in the middle of a snowstorm, in the middle of the night, four people, two sets of strangers, came together. Two were White; two were Black. Two were female; two were male. Two were steeped in religion; two were centered in astronomy. All were wishing for better relations between the races. WhatContinue reading "Miss Lydia’s Church"
The focus will be The American Revolution by Ken Burns Please note we suggest you watch The American Revolution by Ken Burns on PBS. There is an additional fee throughContinue reading "Coffee & Conversation"
Test your knowledge of historic events, pop culture and more and enjoy free tacos on First Friday.
The History Center Museum is closing at 3 pm on Tuesday, March 10 in preparation for Travels with Darley visits York County, PA at the Appell Center for the Performing Arts. The History Center's very own Dr. Valerie Long will be a part of the panel during the program. For more information look below. Continue reading "Closing Early"
Presentation by Judy Grove and Cindy Pizziketti (Wallace Cross Mill docents) In this session, Judy Grove will highlight the historical significance and operations of the Wallace Cross Mill as it celebrates its bicentennial anniversary. Following this, Cindy Pizziketti will share the story of the two Wallace sisters who ran the mill for 30 years. HavingContinue reading "Agricultural York- March"
In March we are making our way to Continental Square for the Saint Patrick's Day parade as they celebrate their 40th year. Find us for a history related children's activity with our Manager of School Programs, Valerie Long, Ph.D. Parade begins at 1 pm More details coming soon. No registration needed!
The Fire Museum and Colonial Complex will re-open for the 2026 season on Saturday, April 4. Days of the week to keep in mind when visiting our seasonal sites: TuesdayContinue reading "Seasonal Sites Re-open"
Caroline Travers, Manager of Public Programs gives a manufacturing focused tour of the History Center Museum. This will be a brief guided tour experience and there will be a discussionContinue reading "Manufacturing York"
We have a private group visiting, please consider visiting us for Colonial Complex tours at 2 pm.
We have a private group visiting, please consider visiting us for Colonial Complex tours at 2 pm.
The History Center Museum is closing at noon on Saturday, April 11, in preparation for A Date With History later that evening. Please consider visiting the History Center Museum andContinue reading "Closing Early"
This event is sold out! Please join the waitlist at the link above or make a donation here. When York Continental Congress delegate and future signer of the Declaration ofContinue reading "A Date With History"