Articles of Confederation Day set for Nov. 15

Step into 1777. Articles of Confederation Day, Nov. 15 at York’s Colonial Complex. Hands-on history, live reenactments, 18th century market. Celebrate the events in York where America became a nation.
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  • Delayed Opening

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

    We are opening the History Center Museum at noon due to emergency repairs to the T-Mobile equipment on the smokestack. Thank you for your patience.

  • October Walking Tour

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

    Hear the legends of the Cannibal King, the Wildman, and much more as you walk along the spooky streets of Downtown York. Tours will kick off from the History CenterContinue reading "October Walking Tour"

  • Public Tour Cancellation

    Colonial Complex 157 W. Market St., York, PA, United States

    We have a private group visiting, please consider visiting us for Colonial Complex tours at 11 am on October 11.   If you are attending Pennsylvania Historical Association Annual Meeting please visit our ticket calendar to reserve your tour spot.

  • Public Tour Cancellation

    Colonial Complex 157 W. Market St., York, PA, United States

    We have a private group visiting, please consider visiting us for Colonial Complex tours at 11 am on October 11.   If you are attending Pennsylvania Historical Association Annual Meeting please visit our ticket calendar to reserve your tour spot.

  • Public Tour Cancellation

    Colonial Complex 157 W. Market St., York, PA, United States

    We are closing early today due to a staff outing, please consider visiting us for Colonial Complex tour at 11 am on October 14.  

  • October Walking Tour

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

    Hear the legends of the Cannibal King, the Wildman, and much more as you walk along the spooky streets of Downtown York. Tours will kick off from the History Center Museum. We suggest to order your tickets ahead of time as this allows us prepare the group. You can purchase tickets at the button above.

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    51st Annual Fall Oyster Festival

    Colonial Complex 157 W. Market St., York, PA, United States

    Thank you to all who sponsored, donated, supported, and volunteered to make the Fall Oyster Festival '25 the most successful ever! Together, we raised almost $90,000 to preserve and protect York County History. If you attended, please complete the event survey here for a chance to win a $25 Visa gift card if submitted beforeContinue reading "51st Annual Fall Oyster Festival"

    Free

  • Spirits of the Past- SOLD OUT

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

    Each program we also highlight any York connections to the cocktails, and alcohol. Spirits of the Past began in 2022 and has served 20 historic cocktails to date for attendees. Attendees have taken part in making the Mary Pickford, Irish Coffee, and Cherry Bounce Sours to just name a few. Our program sessions include atContinue reading "Spirits of the Past- SOLD OUT"

    $35

  • Tannenberg Organ Concert Series

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

    Experience a live performance of York's only remaining Tannenberg Organ, built here in York in 1804. This priceless artifact is back at the History Center after two years of restoration. Richard Frey returns to play an array of Halloween songs to get you prepared for the spooky holiday. Costumes are encouraged!   Registration is suggestedContinue reading "Tannenberg Organ Concert Series"