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. Learn more here.
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!
York Civil War Roundtable
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"
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 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 independenceContinue reading "A Date With History"
Remembering the Revolutionary War Veterans of Prospect Hill Cemetery
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"
Got history? Grab your friends and head to Gift Horse Brewing Company for a History Trivia Night to launch Give Local York and support the York County History Center! We’ll be serving up local history questions, friendly competition, and special history-inspired drinks available for purchase while you sip, laugh, and show off your trivia skillsContinue reading "Trivia Night at Gift Horse Brewing Company"
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.
Writers' Roundtable