2019 Reed Architectural Lecture
Todd Hall 21 N. Pitt St., Carlisle, PA, United StatesArchitect and Client Together: Shaping the Look of the 20th Century Buildings presented by Lisa Dorrill, Ph.D.
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2019 Annual Dinner and Meeting
Two Mile House 1189 Walnut Bottom Rd, Carlisle, PA, United StatesThe 2019 CCHS Annual Dinner be held at the Two Mile House in an enclosed heated tent on the patio. 1189 Walnut Bottom Rd. Carlisle, PA 17015. $50 per Person; limited open bar 6:15 p.m. – Reception; 7:00 p.m. – Dinner Featuring speaker Dr. Allen Dieterich-Ward on “Shippensburg Station: From Rustic Relic to Community […]
Lunch and Learn – CIIS
Todd Hall 21 N. Pitt St., Carlisle, PA, United StatesBring a lunch a learn what we have in the collections related to the Indian School.
From Personal Playground to Public Treasure
KINGS GAP ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION CENTER CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA November 16, 2019 9:00 AM $8 - Member Tickets (CCHS and Friends of Kings Gap Members) $12 - Non-Member Tickets FROM PERSONAL PLAYGROUND TO PUBLIC TREASURE Sponsored by the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and The Cumberland County Historical Society Welcome and Introductions. Ron Turo, Esquire […]
2019 Appreciation Reception
Todd Hall 21 N. Pitt St., Carlisle, PA, United StatesRSVP to the Volunteer and Supporter Appreciation Reception on Thursday, December 5, 2019. 5-7 pm
Holiday Photo Opportunity
G.B. Stuart History Workshop 29 W. High St., Carlisle, United StatesCCHS Holiday Family Event and Photo Opportunity Celebrate the holiday season with CCHS as we feature the Nutcracker in the G.B. Stuart Workshop. Families can get their photo with the Central PA Youth Ballet’s Sugar Plum Fairy Queen, decorate a Rat King crown, or design a nutcracker mask. Fresh cut wreaths will be for […]
Mifflinburg Christkindl Market Bus Trip
Join us for a trip to Union County to visit Mifflinburg’s version of an authentic Christmas market. The 31st annual Christkindl Market ex-tends along 2 ½ blocks in the heart of Mifflinburg with over 100 huts of vendors selling unique crafts and food items. Enjoy German favorites such as Gluhwein, sweet sausages, potato pancakes, lebkuchen […]
History and Hops
Burd's Nest Brewing Company 19 N Hanover St, Carlisle, PA, United StatesLindsay Varner will discuss the Mt. Tabor AME Zion Church & Cemetery in Mt. Holly Springs and the on-going preservation work on the site.
Ice Festival Weekend
History on High - The Shop 33 W High St, Carlisle, PA, United StatesJoin CCHS during the Ice Festival Weekend: Local Artist Demonstration by Elaine Haag: February 8, 10:30 a.m.– 1 p.m. History on High – The Shop Matthew Dodd: February 8, 11 a.m.–3:00 p.m. G.B. Stuart Workshop
Lunch and Learn – Lincoln Cemetery
Todd Hall 21 N. Pitt St., Carlisle, PA, United StatesJoin Cara Curtis and Lindsay Varner for a talk on the history of Lincoln Cemetery in Carlisle. Please feel free to bring a lunch.
Curator’s Viewpoint
Cumberland County Historical Society 21 N. Pitt Street, Carlisle, PA, United StatesGain a new perspective on the museum’s exhibits with a special walk through with the Museum Curator, Rachel Knapp. Hear about the tricks, troubles, and the thought process museum staff utilizes to help make an exhibit come to life. Cost: Free to members; $5 nonmembers
Molly Pitcher Stitchers Kids Class
G.B. Stuart History Workshop 29 W. High St., Carlisle, United StatesMolly Pitcher Stitchers (MPS), in co-operation with the Cumberland County Historical Society (CCHS), will provide a children's class on Saturday, February 22, 2020. The stitches include cross-stitch, satin stitch, back stitch, and outline stitch. This program will be taught from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon at The History on High Shop. Children ages 7 […]