Volunteer for Keep PA Beautiful

Saturday, July 19, is Keep PA Beautiful Day, and we’re looking for lots of helpers to work on volunteer projects. You will be doing cleaning, painting, repairs and more to the Colonial Complex sites in preparation for America’s 250th anniversary in 2026. All volunteers will receive a free T-shirt, and we’ll have FREE donuts, pizza, coffee and water for everybody. To register: Click on the link below; click on Contact Information and fill in the boxes; click on Saturday, July 19, and scroll down to York and pick a shift.

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Webquests

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What is a WebQuest? A WebQuest is an inquiry-oriented lesson format in which most or all the information that learners work with comes from the web. We have organized several WebQuest offerings highlighting our collections and York’s stories.
Use our digital exhibits to dive deeper into our local history. Themes include World War II, the Underground Railroad, and much more.

Answer sheets are available by email to schools@yorkhistorycenter.org

  • The Underground Railroad in York County

    Following Freedom

    Explore the routes freedom seekers may have traveled to through York.

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Work on the WebQuest
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    Lewis Miller

    View some of Lewis Miller’s never before seen drawings and their connections to York’s history.

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  • Trailblazers

    The Hively Sister and their friend took off on a remarkable journey, follow the path they traveled.

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Test your knowledge

  • Murals of York

    A rich history and creativity can be found within the Murals of York, explore the murals that have historic ties.

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  • The York Plan

    1940s York, Pennsylvania is at the heart of a plan to aid in the war effort.

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