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  • graphic image for the Writers' Roundtable meeting showing a quill pen and an ink bottle on a book

    Writers’ Roundtable

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

    Family history and cemetery research

    Free

  • First Friday- March

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

    Test your knowledge of historic events, pop culture and more and enjoy free tacos on First Friday.

  • Closing Early

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

    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"

  • Agricultural York- March

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

    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"

  • Second Saturday- March

    Continental Square 1 E Market St,, York, PA, United States

    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!

  • York Civil War Roundtable

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

    York Civil War Roundtable

    Free

  • Seasonal Sites Re-open

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    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- Tuesday through Saturday we offer tours of the Colonial Complex, and Saturday's the Fire Museum is open. Our Colonial Complex is only available to viewed byContinue reading "Seasonal Sites Re-open"

  • a graphic design for the 2026 A Date With History event showing a portion of an American flag with text details about the event

    A Date With History

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    Tickets Now On Sale! When York Continental Congress delegate and future signer of the Declaration of Independence James Smith gave York’s first public reading of the Declaration, he realized that many people didn’t yet understand why it mattered or what independence would truly mean for them. So, he did something remarkable: He explained it, connectingContinue reading "A Date With History"

    $175

  • Go Green in the City

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

    Visit us at the Colonial Courthouse during Go Green in the City from 10 am until noon. This is a chance to get a glimpse into the Colonial Courthouse, no formal tours will be provided during this time but you are welcome to ask our guide(s) questions. Other details about Go Green in the CityContinue reading "Go Green in the City"

  • Give Local York

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

    Support the History Center during this year's Give Local York and join us in the work of collecting and sharing the stories of York County's history.

    Free