90 years ago this November, bodies found near Pine Grove Furnace led to a national search for their identity and the reasons behind their deaths. Historian and author of “The Babes in the Woods Story,” David Smith, will give a talk with new findings on this topic. RSVP Here:
Ticket Sales CLOSED. Celebrate the Holidays with CCHS on a guided Bus Tour featuring the following locations: Cumberland Hall (Carlisle) Stuart Manor (Carlisle) Mt. Tabor Church (Mt. Holly Springs) Rendezvous Run Farm (Carlisle) Thomas Grier Farm (Carlisle) $65 Members of CCHS, $75 Member Guest, and $85 Become a Member (includes a 1 year membership […]
Our final 150th anniversary event and a thank you to all our volunteers and supporters! RSVP Here:
With photographer Jim Cheney of Uncovering PA at History on High. RSVP Here:
Archives & Library Director, Cara Curtis, will explore the complex history of Carlisle’s oldest historic Black cemetery at the corner of Pitt and Penn Streets.
The Cumberland County Historical Society offers a free museum that is open to everyone. Count on spending at least half a day to explore the entirety of our permanent galleries or spend some time in our focused galleries including the Carlisle Indian School, folk art (including Wilhelm Schimmel), military history, and more. This year we […]
Virtual program. Judith Ridner published her early history of Carlisle "A Town In-Between" in 2010. In this talk, Ridner reviews some of her findings and considers newer research that I and other scholars have uncovered that offers new perspectives on Carlisle’s and Cumberland’s early history. Register for the Program Here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_NMLpSHyeSU6z5cH0HEN65w
February 1, 11 a.m. meet at History on High – The Shop. Please R.S.V.P. in advance as there is a 25 person maximum. Cost: Members Free; Non-members $5 Register Here
Between the rides of the Blue Mountains and the crystalline waters of the Yellow Breeches Creek, one-room schoolhouse of yesteryear dot the landscape of Cumberland County. By the latter half of the 19th century, there were more than 160 one-room schools operating throughout the region. Join us for a talk exploring the schools that educated […]
The son of a Philadelphia shipping merchant and the namesake for the capital of New Jersey, William Trent carved his own legacy as a gentleman, throughout the latter half of the eighteenth century. A seasoned veteran officer of three different conflicts, he was praised for his “frame of speech to the Indians, in their style”. […]
“Alice in Wonderland” read by Donna Hale and Sharon Weaver.Then, join Michael Jean to create something with the Laser Engraver in Would Works.
DONOR REWARDS The donor rewards merchandise store opened January 2025! When you come to give at your blood drive, you’ll automatically earn points! You can redeem points any time of year to receive e-gift cards or save them to redeem and claim exclusive Red Cross merchandise. Learn more at RedCrossBlood.org/Rewards. YOU CAN HELP! • Encourage […]
