This summer, 4th–6th graders can step inside the American founding story — exploring the Declaration of Independence, touring historic sites, and discovering how York County shaped a nation.
This summer, 4th–6th graders can step inside the American founding story — exploring the Declaration of Independence, touring historic sites, and discovering how York County shaped a nation.
This summer, 4th–6th graders can step inside the American founding story — exploring the Declaration of Independence, touring historic sites, and discovering how York County shaped a nation.
Mark your calendars: First Friday returns Aug. 7, and 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 come in from the summer humidity and explore some of the cool interactive elements in the museum galleries. Don't miss out on theContinue reading "First Friday – August"
We are excited to welcome authors Michael Shupp and Scott Mingus on August 8th to speak about "Fearless Sons of War" The 200th Pennsylvania Volunteers in the Civil War. About the Book: In the summer of 1864, President Abraham Lincoln called for 500,000 men to join the Union Army to replenish ranks depleted by diseaseContinue reading "Second Saturday – August"
Our World War II Briefings program is biannual. The program dates fall closely with Victory in Europe Day (VE Day) and Victory over Japan Day (VJ Day) in May and August. In August we will welcome Lou Lavetan and John Bailey. The stories shared by these men will focus on local men who were membersContinue reading "World War II Briefings"
Join us to learn about the churches and cemeteries tied to downtown York. These places of worship and burial tell a deeper story when our guides highlight the people connected to these places. Tours will kick off from the History Center Museum. We suggest to order your tickets ahead of time as this allows usContinue reading "Cemeteries & Churches Walking Tour"
Writers' Roundtable
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 ofContinue reading "First Friday – September"
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. All York walking tours will start and end at theContinue reading "Murals Walking Tour"