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SUMMARY:Writers' Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:The next Writers’ Roundtable meeting will be 7 p.m. Thursday\, September 3.  Adriel Resh will present “Finding Liberators and Why it’s Important to the York Jewish Community.” She is director of Jewish Life and Culture at the York JCC.  Adriel is engaged in a multi-year project to locate and document York countians in uniform in World War II whose units liberated German-operated concentration camps in Europe. She has identified several of these servicemen\, including at least one living liberator. She tells their stories and how she went about her research. \nThis program will be in person and available in Zoom. \nIn-Person Registration  \nZoom Registration \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.yorkhistorycenter.org/event/writers-roundtable-june/
LOCATION:York County History Center Museum\, 121 North Pershing Ave.\, York\, PA\, 17401\, United States
CATEGORIES:American History,Diverse Stories,Jewish History,Local History,Writers' Roundtable
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dan":MAILTO:dfink@yorkhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260904T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260904T200000
DTSTAMP:20260727T141124Z
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SUMMARY:First Friday - September
DESCRIPTION:First Friday September 4  you can stop in for our extended evening hours from 5-8 p.m. (suggested donation of $10 per person). This is your chance to explore some of the cool interactive elements in the museum galleries. Don’t miss out on the NEW Revolutionary York exhibit on the 3rd floor. \n 
URL:https://www.yorkhistorycenter.org/event/first-friday-september-2/
LOCATION:York County History Center Museum\, 121 North Pershing Ave.\, York\, PA\, 17401\, United States
CATEGORIES:American History,Diverse Stories,First Friday,Local History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Caroline":MAILTO:ctravers@yorkhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260905T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260905T160000
DTSTAMP:20260821T125913Z
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SUMMARY:Adjusted Schedule
DESCRIPTION:The Fire Museum is closed September 5. Please consider visiting the Fire Museum the following Saturday. Learn more about visiting our sites here.
URL:https://www.yorkhistorycenter.org/event/adjusted-schedule/
LOCATION:Fire Museum\, 757 W. Market St.\, York\, PA\, 17401\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Caroline":MAILTO:ctravers@yorkhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T120000
DTSTAMP:20260821T173248Z
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SUMMARY:Closing Early
DESCRIPTION:The History Center Museum is closing at noon on Saturday\, September 12\, in preparation for a private event. Please consider visiting the History Center Museum and Colonial Complex before noon and continue your visit at the Agricultural and Industrial Museum or Fire Museum. Due to the early closure\, we will only have an 11 a.m. Colonial Complex tour on September 12. Additionally the Library & Archives will at noon as well.
URL:https://www.yorkhistorycenter.org/event/closing-early-3/
LOCATION:York County History Center Museum\, 121 North Pershing Ave.\, York\, PA\, 17401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Diverse Stories
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ORGANIZER;CN="Caroline":MAILTO:ctravers@yorkhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T203000
DTSTAMP:20260812T201722Z
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SUMMARY:York Civil War Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:The next York Civil War Roundtable will be September 16\, 2026 at 7:00 pm.  Terrence W. Beltz will present “York County in the Civil War – The 130th Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry.” \nThis program will be in person and available on Zoom. \nIn Person registration \nZoom registration \nThe author is a great-grandson of a 130th Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry York County soldier. He takes the audience along with him following in the footsteps of the regiment’s men through their voices which are historically recorded in their personal diaries\, letters and memoirs. This often overlooked regiment endured Antietam’s “Bloody Lane”\, Fredericksburg’s “Stone Wall” and held the Union line during the Battle of Chancellorsville. The presentation concludes with post war biographical information about many of the soldiers. \n  \nTerrence W. Beltz\, born in Canton\, Ohio\, a resident of Earlysville\, Virginia\, completed his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration at Bowling Green State University in 1972 and his Master of Arts (History) at the University of Richmond in 2004. He retired from the Virginia Housing Development Authority in Richmond\, Virginia and is a retired U.S. Army Colonel with an ardent interest in 19th Century American history\, particularly the Civil War. He is the paternal great-grandson of Private William H. Seifert\, who served in Company C of the regiment. He is a member of the Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) and the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War ( SUVCW). In his spare time\, he works on family genealogy and is a volunteer with \n“Find-A-Grave”. He is married to Patricia Beville Beltz\, together they have two daughters. \nUpcoming Programs \nOctober 21\, 2026 – Dr. Charles C. Fennell\, Jr. – “Culp’s Hill and Little Round Top: a Tale of Two Restorations” \nNovember 18\, 2026 – Joshua Claybourn – “Lincoln’s Compass: The Declaration of Independence and the American Idea”
URL:https://www.yorkhistorycenter.org/event/york-civil-war-roundtable-june/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:American History,Civil War Era,Local History,York Civil War Roundtable
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dan":MAILTO:dfink@yorkhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T193000
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SUMMARY:Murals Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Scattered amongst the walls of York’s fabulous architecture\, 18 murals depict scenes of the county’s proudest moments and people. Leaving from the Colonial Complex\, guides will describe the background of 10 of them as you stroll down Market Street\, George\, and return via Philadelphia Street. \nAll York walking tours will start and end at the History Center museum and will last 60-90 minutes. Tours are recommended for ages 12 and older. Tickets for our walking tours are $10 for History Center members and $12 for non-members. Our walking tours are offered during the months of May through August and are typically a evening week night experience. \nThis walking tour will include a highlight from local artist Annelise Vuono who has painted several murals in Downtown York.
URL:https://www.yorkhistorycenter.org/event/murals-walking-tour/
LOCATION:York County History Center Museum\, 121 North Pershing Ave.\, York\, PA\, 17401\, United States
CATEGORIES:American History,Community,Local History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T160000
DTSTAMP:20260821T130709Z
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SUMMARY:Adjusted Schedule
DESCRIPTION:The Fire Museum is will open at noon on Saturday\, September 26. Learn more about visiting our sites here.
URL:https://www.yorkhistorycenter.org/event/adjusted-schedule-2/
LOCATION:Fire Museum\, 757 W. Market St.\, York\, PA\, 17401\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Caroline":MAILTO:ctravers@yorkhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T190000
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SUMMARY:First Friday - October
DESCRIPTION:First Friday Octobers 2 you can stop in for our extended evening hours from 4-7 p.m. Our First Friday hours have shifted for October to align with the timing of Explore York’s Cultural Fair. Tickets to visit the museum are $10 per person. This is your chance to explore some of the cool interactive elements in the museum galleries. Don’t miss out on the NEW Revolutionary York exhibit on the 3rd floor. \n  \nThat evening Explore York’s Cultural Fair will be located in the small lot across from the History Center Museum. Spend your evening at the FREE\, family-friendly Cultural Fair. Kick off your weekend with face painting\, a bounce house\, photobooth fun\, food trucks\, history displays\, and more! Learn more on their website here. \nHave questions about the Cultural Fair please direct them to the Explore York team at info@yorkpa.org or (888)-858-9675.
URL:https://www.yorkhistorycenter.org/event/first-friday-october-2/
LOCATION:York County History Center Museum\, 121 North Pershing Ave.\, York\, PA\, 17401\, United States
CATEGORIES:250th Anniversary,American History,First Friday
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ORGANIZER;CN="Caroline":MAILTO:ctravers@yorkhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T160000
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SUMMARY:52nd Fall Oyster Festival
DESCRIPTION:Crisp autumn air\, vibrant colors\, live music\, amazing food\, and fun for the whole family: The Fall Oyster Festival is back\, and this year it’s bigger and better than ever. Join us in the heart of historic downtown York for a perfect fall Sunday you won’t want to miss. \nThere’s no better way to celebrate the season than spending a Sunday afternoon outside surrounded by the beauty of a York autumn. The Colonial Complex provides a stunning historic backdrop for a day filled with great energy\, warm flavors and community connection. \nWhether you’re strolling with the kids\, exploring with friends or making it a date day\, the Fall Oyster Festival has everything you need for an unforgettable fall outing. Never tried an oyster before? This is your chance. Or sample some of our land-locked fare. Whatever you prefer\, we have you covered! \nAdmission is free; food and beverages are pay as you go.
URL:https://www.yorkhistorycenter.org/event/52nd-fall-oyster-festival/
LOCATION:Colonial Complex\, 157 W. Market St.\, York\, PA\, 17401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Oyster Festival
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dan":MAILTO:dfink@yorkhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261030T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261030T193000
DTSTAMP:20260625T152320Z
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SUMMARY:Spooky Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Hear the legends of the Cannibal King\, the Wildman\, and much more as you walk along the spooky streets of Downtown York. \nTours 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. \nAll York walking tours will start and end at the History Center museum and will last 60-90 minutes. Tours are recommended for ages 12 and older.
URL:https://www.yorkhistorycenter.org/event/spooky-walking-tour/
LOCATION:York County History Center Museum\, 121 North Pershing Ave.\, York\, PA\, 17401\, United States
CATEGORIES:American History,Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="Caroline":MAILTO:ctravers@yorkhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T133050Z
CREATED:20260421T132910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T133050Z
UID:120931-1794650400-1794668400@www.yorkhistorycenter.org
SUMMARY:Articles of Confederation Day
DESCRIPTION:This year kicks off 250th anniversary celebrations throughout the United States. Join us in November to continue the year of celebrations as we highlight the Articles of Confederation\, one of America’s first founding documents. The event will take place on November 14\, 2026 from 10 am until 3 pm. We are welcoming in a range of historic tradespeople\, reenactors\, musicians\, and more. Check back this summer for more details about our event this Fall.
URL:https://www.yorkhistorycenter.org/event/articles-of-confederation-day-2026/
LOCATION:Colonial Complex\, 157 W. Market St.\, York\, PA\, 17401\, United States
CATEGORIES:250th Anniversary,American History,Articles of Confederation Day,Colonial Period,Community,Diverse Stories,Local History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Caroline":MAILTO:ctravers@yorkhistorycenter.org
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