TICKET SALES ENDED Celebrate the Holidays with CCHS on a guided Bus Tour of Beautiful, Historic Bed & Breakfasts in Carlisle PA featuring the following locations: Carlisle House The Smith Steiner Mooreland Garden Inn Pheasant Field Fountain House Fallen Tree Farm Red Cardinal $65 Members of CCHS, $85 Non-Members (includes a 1 year membership to […]
The Cumberland County Historical Society, in partnership with the J. Sherwood McGinnis, Jr., War, Peace, and Justice Project present the film Father, Soldier, Son and the art exhibit The Joe Bonham Project©, We Are Not Our WoundsTM Time: Food and beverages will be served beginning at 6:00 PM. The film will start at 6:30 PM. […]
Join us for a celebration of another amazing year at CCHS. Thank you for your continued support! RSVP Here:
Book signing by the Charles Bruce Foundation of writers and artists event, plus Free Gift Wrapping of purchases at History on High today!
Book signing with author Joseph D. Cress.
Calling all history students and professionals! As stewards of the past, we often face unique stressors like funding constraints, self imposed/fabricated competition, and navigating public perception. This event will provide valuable insights and tools to help you thrive in this demanding profession while prioritizing your mental well-being. Virtual Program Register Here (Zoom)
As soon as the Pennsylvania General Assembly enacted its first gradual abolition law in 1780, African Americans got to work using its provisions to expedite the coming of freedom. This virtual talk examines the strategies that Black Pennsylvanians, enslaved and free, employed to chip away at slavery’s continued existence in the Keystone State during the […]
By Ellie Swank and friends, $35.00 for CCHS Members and $40.00 for non-members. Supplies are included. Please R.S.V.P. to reserve your spot. 717-249-7610 x 118
Join Shawn Gladden as he explores Irish-American History. RSVP Here:
In celebration of Women's History Month, please join us for an evening discussion with COL Jessica D. Grassetti. COL Grassetti is a 23-year Army Veteran and current resident student at […]
Date: March 27, 2024 1:00 PM Sharon Filipovich will lead a guided tour of our 1820s tavern property the Two Mile House. Non-Member Tickets Member RSVP: RSVP Here:
Two hundred forty years ago, the Board of Trustees of Dickinson College held its inaugural meeting in a log building on the town square in Carlisle. Benjamin Rush, who in […]
