Recently featured on the BBC podcast Lady Killers, the tragic story of an enslaved teenager, Cloe, and the murder of her enslavers youngest children. Learn about this story and role Cumberland County Historical Society played in the research for the podcast. Presenters: Merri Lou Schaumann and Lindsay Varner.
Members Free / Non-Members $6
Nestled deep in the woods of the South Mountain, the U.S. Army secretly interrogated both German and Japanese prisoners during World War II. But the story goes much deeper than that. Come explore in person the unique history of the Pine Grove area. Please be sure to wear comfortable walking shoes and appropriate clothing according […]
Join CCHS’ Education Director, Matthew March, for a celebration of the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution. This session will focus on the people and stories of Cumberland County, which made it vital to the formation of the United States of America. Register Here: https://plan.cumberlandcountylibraries.org/event/15939589
Carlisle is turning 275! Celebrate this milestone with Cara Curtis, Archives & Library Director at the Cumberland County Historical Society, as she shares fascinating photographs that tell the story of our town’s past. From bustling streets to quiet corners, these images reveal how Carlisle has grown, changed, and stayed wonderfully itself through the years. Register […]
A video presentation with Merri Lou Schaumann and Jennifer Patel. RSVP Here:
Join us for a day honoring the art and tradition of the most famous of Cumberland County carvers Where: Heishman's Mill, 1206 Creek Rd., Carlisle, PA When: Saturday, June 13th 9AM- 4PM With the following special guests: Jim and Joan Hiser, Carlisle Springs; Gary Rosborough, Lebanon NEW; Paul D. Hoch, Carlisle; Glenn Carson, Carlisle banjo builder; Jim Small, Shippensburg; Brian Paine, Allentown NEW; Kurin Shenk, Carlisle NEW; John Stevens, Glen Rock NEW; Stone House […]
Co-hosted by CCHS and Mt Tabor Preservation Project. Join to commemorate the seven Civil War veterans buried in the Cedar Street Cemetery. An introduction will be provided by Dr. John Bonin and a plaque commemorating the Civil War veterans will be unveiled. Supported by M&T Charitable Foundation
Join local author and historian Joseph David Cress this summer at the Cumberland County Historical Society as he shares stories from his newest book, Rally Round the Flag, exploring life on the World War II home front in Carlisle and Cumberland County.
Tavern talks between George Washington and Patrick Henry, moderated by LTG James Dubik. Joint event with the J. Sherwood McGinnis, Jr. .War, Peace and Justice Project.
Tavern talks between George Washington and Patrick Henry, moderated by LTG James Dubik. Joint event with the J. Sherwood McGinnis, Jr. .War, Peace and Justice Project.
Join local author and historian Joseph David Cress this summer at the Cumberland County Historical Society as he shares stories from his newest book, Rally Round the Flag, exploring life on the World War II home front in Carlisle and Cumberland County.
Lay Historian William Peck will share the story of the The Pennsylvania Soldiers’ Orphan Schools 1864-2009 with a focus on the White Hall Orphan School in Camp Hill. Members Free / Non-Members $6 - Register Here Members RSVP Here: