York was caught in the crossfire of the war and even surrendered to the Confederates in the Summer of 1863.
Join us on July 12 as we showcase the stories Yorkers, people of the Susquehanna Valley and beyond. We are joined by reenactors from the 87th Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry, William Goodridge portrayed by Kelly Summerford, and the Susquehanna Travelers. The day will be filled with interactive activities for all ages. Click on event details below for our tentative schedule.
July Walking Tour
Explore the rich history York has to offer as you see the city from a new perspective. Scattered amongst the walls of York’s fabulous architecture, 18 murals depict scenes of the county’s proudest moments and people.
Timed Activities at the Colonial Complex
10:45 AM – 11:45 AM
Voices of the Civil War
10:30 AM & 1:15 PM
Firing Demonstration with 87th PA
10:50 AM & 1:35 PM
Prepare for War with the 87, Children’s activity following the firing demos
11:00 AM & 1:00 PM
Civil War Walking Tour
12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Susquehanna Travellers Music
12:30 PM-2:00 PM
From the Firing on Fort Sumter to the surrender at Appomattox from Jim McClure & Scott Mingus
At the Colonial Complex
- 87th Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry
- Historical Games
- York Civil War Roundtable
- William Goodridge
- Friends of Lebanon Cemetery
- Civil War Traveling Trunk
- Historic Games
- Cipher with Spies
- Freedom Quilt Activity
Timed Activities at the History Center Museum
10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Hometown History presents the Battle of Hanover
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Lincoln & the Founding Fathers by Scott Rosenau
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Bobblehead George presents Teaching Local Civil War History to the Next Generation
At the History Center
- Hometown History with Jamie & Domi
- Bobblehead George
- Susquehanna National Heritage Area
- Medical Display
- Berdan Sharpshooter Display