JOIN US FOR A Felting Class on Saturday, May 19th from 10:30 to 12:30 at the History on High – The Shop 33 West High Street - Carlisle taught by Bonnie Tweedy Shaw. Cost $35 for Members, $40 for Non-members. We will be "painting" with wool. No experience with painting necessary. Must be willing to […]
Join History on High for two demonstrations for the First Fridays in Carlisle: Mindy Cashman’s Sea Glass and Clare Klaum’s Oil Pastels. Sea Glass Necklace Klaum Oil Pastels
The Molly Pitcher Stitchers will provide a special tour of the trends and thread exhibit with a stitching program for kids. Children 7-13 years old can participate but must be chaperoned. Registration is required as space is limited. Please call Darlene Hurley at 717.245.0582 to register.
We invite you to participate in a free panel discussion for municipal staff, elected officials, and community organizations. Sponsored by Greater Carlisle Heart & Soul Project, Cumberland County Historical Society and the Cumberland Conservation Collaborative, this discussion is designed to provide information and examples of engagement that breaks the complaint cycle and positively connects […]
As a part of the 2018 Civil War Days in the Harrisburg Area stop by CCHS at 1:30 and 3:00 to see a Victorian Dance Ensemble. Our Museum will also be open from 1-4.
Featuring The Keating Jazz Orchestra Silent Movies Card Tables Raffle & Silent Auction Tickets: General—Gigglewater $50/$85 for two: Ticket for 1 bar drink per ticket holder Free non-alcoholic drinks Canapes all evening 2 tickets for the raffle SOLD OUT: VIP— The Bees Knees $150/$175 for two Personal invitation with a password to a […]
CCHS will host “Dancing Under the Stars” at the Two Mile House, 1189 Walnut Bottom RD, Carlisle, across from K-Mart. The Historic Two Mile House offers a covered patio for dancing and plenty of room for those who want to sit and watch. Bring a picnic, lawn chairs or blanket, and a bottle of wine […]
The Carlisle Indian Industrial School (CIIS) is well known for its sports teams and assimilationist mission, but very little has been said about the history of medicine at the school. CIIS researcher, Frank Vitale IV, will discuss the general history of healthcare at Carlisle, from its hospital buildings and various medical technologies to its staff […]
Music in the Park with Ray Owen Popcorn will be provided
Dancing Under the Stars has been cancelled due to weather. CCHS will host “Dancing Under the Stars” at the Two Mile House, 1189 Walnut Bottom RD, Carlisle, across from K-Mart. The Historic Two Mile House offers a covered patio for dancing and plenty of room for those who want to sit and watch. Bring […]
SOLD OUT On August 2, 1955, Percy S. Haines went on a shooting rampage in a Cumberland County courtroom when Judge Mark E. Garber ordered him to pay $50 a month in support to his wife during a domestic dispute case. Haines objected rather violently, pulling out a .22 handgun and opening fire, killing Attorney […]
Join us for a FREE showing of Disney’s Brave as a part of the the Society's McLain Festival. This is a free showing on the grounds of the Historic Two Mile House.
