William Trent: Face of Westward Expansion
The son of a Philadelphia shipping merchant and the namesake for the capital of New Jersey, William Trent carved his own legacy as a gentleman, throughout the latter half of […]
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Children’s Story Time Plus!
History on High - The Shop 33 W High St, Carlisle, PA, United States“Alice in Wonderland” read by Donna Hale and Sharon Weaver.Then, join Michael Jean to create something with the Laser Engraver in Would Works.
Hiding in Plain Sight
Join us at lecture space in Todd Hall to discover Sources of Untapped Information for Historians and Family Researchers in Cumberland County Court House Records. Merri Lou Schaumann, author and […]
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History Museum Open Tuesday – Saturday
The Cumberland County Historical Society offers a no-entry fee museum that is open to everyone. Count on spending at least half a day to explore the entirety of our permanent […]
Bosler Local History Series – Agriculture in Cumberland County
From the earliest human inhabitants to the present day, Cumberland County has been an agricultural breadbasket. Many great innovations were developed or tested in the Cumberland Valley. We will discuss […]
The Citizens of Gettysburg Before, During, and After the Battle
Todd Hall 21 N. Pitt St., Carlisle, PA, United StatesJim Richards discusses the unwilling witnesses to the events of late June 1863 through November of that year and what they experienced when war was at their doorsteps. We will […]
History on High Museum Shop Grand Re-Opening Ribbon Cutting
History on High - The Shop 33 W High St, Carlisle, PA, United StatesJoin CCHS as we celebrate the Grand Re-Opening of our History on High Museum Shop.
Tea Party at the Two Mile House
Two Mile House 1189 Walnut Bottom Rd, Carlisle, PA, United StatesMarch 30, 1PM at the Two Mile House Enjoy activities, a hat contest, and of course tea and other delicious treats. Purchase Tickets Here $50
Bosler Local History Series – Images of the Carlisle Indian School
Guest Curator Kate Theimer will provide some background on the upcoming CCHS exhibit that will look at the images of Indian School Students. Some of the most well-known images of students from the Carlisle Indian Industrial School were the “contrast photos” which showed students “before and after”—as they first arrived at the school and after […]
Fabulous Photos: Facts, Fun, and Fashion
Todd Hall 21 N. Pitt St., Carlisle, PA, United StatesJoin Photo Archives volunteers Sandy and Beth Mader as they share some favorite photos that they have entered into the archives. Come hear the stories and share some of the laughs behind the photos ... sometimes literally! RSVP Here:
Exhibit Opening
Cumberland County Historical Society 21 N. Pitt Street, Carlisle, PA, United StatesImages of the Carlisle Indian School RSVP Here:
Red Cross Blood Drive
Todd Hall 21 N. Pitt St., Carlisle, PA, United StatesMaximize your blood donation. Help more patients. If you are an eligible type O, B - or A - donor, consider making a Power Red donation. Red blood cells are the most commonly transfused blood component. Please call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter: cchs to schedule an appointment. Streamline your donation experience […]