Curator’s Viewpoint

Cumberland County Historical Society 21 N. Pitt Street, Carlisle, PA, United States

Gain 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

Tour of Two Mile House

Two Mile House 1189 Walnut Bottom Rd, Carlisle, PA, United States

Join Sharon Filipovich for a tour of the historic Two Mile House. Visitors will hear the history of the house and learn about current uses of the property by CCHS. Members free; $5 for nonmembers

Camp Michaux Walking Tour

SOLD OUT Date: Saturday, November 13, 2021 1 PM David Smith, volunteer & Board President, will lead the popular Camp Michaux walking tour of the old Bunker Hill Farm; Pine Grove Furnace CCC Camp; Pine Grove Furnace POW Interrogation Camp; and the United Church of Christ & United Presbyterian Church Camp.  Meet at the furnace […]

Ashland Cemetery Walking Tour

Join Lisa Brousse for a walking tour of Ashland Cemetery. Ashland was one of the first "garden cemeteries" in the United States and those buried within provide a fascinating history of Carlisle. We’ll discuss the history of the cemetery and visit the graves of military veterans from various wars who are buried within Ashland.  Please […]

Two Mile House Art Tour

Cumberland County Historical Society 21 N. Pitt Street, Carlisle, PA, United States

Tour Full Enjoy an afternoon on the Terrace of Two Mile House with lemonade and cookies as Mary Caverly leads tours through the house detailing the artwork on the walls. Cost: Members Free; Non-members $5  

FULL – 300 Years of Stories Walking Tour

Cumberland County Historical Society 21 N. Pitt Street, Carlisle, PA, United States

FULL Led by Randy Watts. This short two-block walk examines the history of Carlisle from 1722 to 2022, progressing from a discussion starting with the early visits of traders, to the French and Indian War and the start of the American Revolution and the US Army. We’ll then discuss events in Carlisle’s town square, including […]