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SUMMARY:Home School Series - America 250
DESCRIPTION:Let’s kick the year off with a celebration of the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution. Come hear stories of the connections that Cumberland County has to the formation of the United States of America. \nFamily Membership Register Free Here / Non-Members $10 Registration
URL:https://www.historicalsociety.com/event/home-school-series-america-250/
CATEGORIES:Talks and Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T160000
DTSTAMP:20251201T204022Z
CREATED:20210915T171420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T204022Z
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SUMMARY:CCHS Used Book Sale (Todd Hall)
DESCRIPTION:Looking for new reading material? Look no further because CCHS’ is holding its much anticipated used book sale!
URL:https://www.historicalsociety.com/event/cchs-used-book-sale-todd-hall/
LOCATION:Todd Hall\, 21 N. Pitt St.\, Carlisle\, PA\, 17013\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T190000
DTSTAMP:20260211T203834Z
CREATED:20260113T193209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T203834Z
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SUMMARY:Local History Series @ Bosler Library: Mt Tabor Preservation Project
DESCRIPTION:Join Dr. Lindsay Varner and Carmen James for a conversation on the Mt Tabor Preservation Project and their efforts to save the African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church and the stories of residents who worshipped and used the site as a community space in Mt. Holly Springs. Since the project started\, the site has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places and the Cumberland County Register of Historic Places. In 2025\, it was granted a Keystone State Marker. \nRegister Here: https://plan.cumberlandcountylibraries.org/event/15939565
URL:https://www.historicalsociety.com/event/local-history-series-bosler-library-mt-tabor-preservation-project/
LOCATION:Bosler Library\, 158 W High Street\, Carlisle\, PA\, 17013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Talks and Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T120000
DTSTAMP:20260213T194053Z
CREATED:20251201T203838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T194053Z
UID:24410-1771408800-1771416000@www.historicalsociety.com
SUMMARY:Home School Series - George Washington
DESCRIPTION:To commemorate President’s Day and the first person to fill the job\, February’s session will be all about the life and many different connections that George Washington has with Cumberland County. \nFamily Membership Register Free Here / Non-Members $10 Registration
URL:https://www.historicalsociety.com/event/home-school-series-wwii/
LOCATION:Todd Hall\, 21 N. Pitt St.\, Carlisle\, PA\, 17013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Talks and Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T113000
DTSTAMP:20260220T205324Z
CREATED:20250603T155456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T205324Z
UID:23908-1771669800-1771673400@www.historicalsociety.com
SUMMARY:Cloe - Forced Resistance
DESCRIPTION:Registration Closed\nRecently 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\n\nMembers Free / Non-Members $6\n 
URL:https://www.historicalsociety.com/event/cloe-forced-resistance/
LOCATION:Todd Hall\, 21 N. Pitt St.\, Carlisle\, PA\, 17013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Talks and Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T120000
DTSTAMP:20260113T194150Z
CREATED:20260113T194150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T194150Z
UID:24926-1773828000-1773835200@www.historicalsociety.com
SUMMARY:Home School Series - Camp Michaux Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION: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 to the weather. Directions given at RSVP. \nFamily Membership Register Free Here / Non-Members $10 Registration
URL:https://www.historicalsociety.com/event/home-school-series-camp-michaux-walking-tour/
CATEGORIES:Talks and Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T190000
DTSTAMP:20260211T203909Z
CREATED:20260113T193530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T203909Z
UID:24920-1773856800-1773860400@www.historicalsociety.com
SUMMARY:Local History Series @ Bosler - America 250
DESCRIPTION: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. \nRegister Here: https://plan.cumberlandcountylibraries.org/event/15939589
URL:https://www.historicalsociety.com/event/local-history-series-bosler-america-250/
LOCATION:Bosler Library\, 158 W High Street\, Carlisle\, PA\, 17013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Talks and Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T190000
DTSTAMP:20260211T203904Z
CREATED:20260113T193633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T203904Z
UID:24922-1775066400-1775070000@www.historicalsociety.com
SUMMARY:Local History Series @ Bosler: Carlisle Through the Years
DESCRIPTION: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. \nRegister Here: https://plan.cumberlandcountylibraries.org/event/15939653
URL:https://www.historicalsociety.com/event/local-history-series-bosler-carlisle-through-the-years/
LOCATION:Bosler Library\, 158 W High Street\, Carlisle\, PA\, 17013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Talks and Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260410T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260410T190000
DTSTAMP:20260401T151215Z
CREATED:20260113T195629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T151215Z
UID:24932-1775840400-1775847600@www.historicalsociety.com
SUMMARY:CCHS 250 Exhibit Opening Reception
DESCRIPTION:Join CCHS staff and volunteers for the opening reception of 2026 special exhibits celebrating America 250. Featured exhibits will include Well Actually… Myths\, History & Stories of Cumberland County and Protest & Resistance in Cumberland County on display in the 1st-floor Miller Gallery\, as well as Material Curiosity: Interpreting America at 250 in the 2nd-floor Kramer Gallery. These exhibitions encourage visitors to reflect on the last 250 years of history in Cumberland County and beyond while reminiscing on the qualities and stories of the American Revolution. The reception will include exclusive access to the exhibits\, interactions with staff\, food\, drink\, and a community environment. \n\nThis event is free for members and non-members thanks to the generous support of our sponsors\, Julie and Justin Germany. Please use the form below to RSVP. If you have any questions\, please reach out to Sydney Ernst at sernst@historicalsociety.com. \n\n\n\n                \n                        LinkedInThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    First\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Last\n                                                \n                            \n                        Number of Attendees*Subscribe to the CCHS Eblast\n								\n								Yes\n							Email*\n                            \n                        \n         Submit
URL:https://www.historicalsociety.com/event/cchs-250-exhibit-opening-reception/
LOCATION:Todd Hall\, 21 N. Pitt St.\, Carlisle\, PA\, 17013\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260417T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T125848Z
CREATED:20240729T201112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T125848Z
UID:22827-1776420000-1778774400@www.historicalsociety.com
SUMMARY:History Museum Open Tuesday - Saturday
DESCRIPTION:The Cumberland County Historical Society offers a pay what you can museum that is open to everyone. Count on spending at least half a day to explore the entirety of our permanent galleries or spend some time in our focused galleries including the Carlisle Indian School\, folk art (including Wilhelm Schimmel)\, military history (with stories of multiple medal of honor honorees)\, and more. \nTours are self-guided\, and photographs are allowed! \n21 N. Pitt Street\, Carlisle\, PA 17013\nTuesday-Friday: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.\nSaturday – 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
URL:https://www.historicalsociety.com/event/free-history-museum-open-tuesday-saturday/
LOCATION:Cumberland County Historical Society\, 21 N. Pitt Street\, Carlisle\, PA\, 17013\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154113Z
CREATED:20260113T194720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T154113Z
UID:24930-1777114800-1777118400@www.historicalsociety.com
SUMMARY:Sherry Knowlton Writing Class
DESCRIPTION:Sherry Knowlton will present “Reality in Fiction” a class with emphasis on how research and accuracy are important for making your fiction writing believable. Sherry will be signing her books afterward. \nThe class will be held behind the History on High Museum Shop in our Cumberland Room. \nMembers Free RSVP Below / Non-Members $5 – Register Here\nRSVP Here: \n\n                \n                        EmailThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    First\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Last\n                                                \n                            \n                        Number of Attendees*Subscribe to the CCHS Eblast\n								\n								Yes\n							Email*\n                            \n                        \n         Submit
URL:https://www.historicalsociety.com/event/sherry-knowlton-writing-class/
LOCATION:History on High – The Shop\, 33 W High St\, Carlisle\, PA\, 17013\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T150000
DTSTAMP:20260424T150819Z
CREATED:20230418T193948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T150819Z
UID:20787-1779026400-1779030000@www.historicalsociety.com
SUMMARY:Ashland Cemetery Tour
DESCRIPTION:Ashland was one of the first “Garden Cemeteries” in the area. On this tour we’ll cover the DEFG’s of Ashland….speaking of some of those whose names begin with those letters. Of course\, we’ll also speak of the history of the cemetery\, monument styles and burial customs around the time of the opening in 1865. We’ll also talk about the effect that the Civil War had on funeral and burial customs. Please dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes. Participants will meet at the mausoleum. Rain or Shine \n\n\n\nCost: $12/member; $18/nonmember; $6/under 12 \n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://www.historicalsociety.com/event/ashland-cemetery-tour/
CATEGORIES:Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T113000
DTSTAMP:20260424T151550Z
CREATED:20260424T151550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T151550Z
UID:25454-1780137000-1780140600@www.historicalsociety.com
SUMMARY:175 Photos for Carlisle's 275th
DESCRIPTION:A video presentation with Merri Lou Schaumann and Jennifer Patel. \nRSVP Here: \n\n                \n                        NameThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    First\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Last\n                                                \n                            \n                        Number of Attendees*Subscribe to the CCHS Eblast\n								\n								Yes\n							Email*\n                            \n                        \n         Submit
URL:https://www.historicalsociety.com/event/175-photos-for-carlisles-275th/
LOCATION:Todd Hall\, 21 N. Pitt St.\, Carlisle\, PA\, 17013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Talks and Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T193000
DTSTAMP:20260402T184554Z
CREATED:20260401T163703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T184554Z
UID:25318-1781200800-1781206200@www.historicalsociety.com
SUMMARY:Documentary Screening: The Rainbow Under the Red Tape
DESCRIPTION:In connection with the special exhibit Freedom to Be: LGBTQ+ Journeys in the American Story\, CCHS is hosting a screening of a short student documentary created by Ithaca College student Katelyn Smith\, The Rainbow Under the Red Tape. (The documentary run time is 18:41.) This film dives into LGBTQ+ history and resilience and highlights the LGBT Center of Central PA History Project. \nFollowing the screening\, we will engage in a community discussion with the History Project’s Barry Loveland\, who is featured in the film. During this program\, attendees will be able to visit the special exhibit. The film screening will take place in Todd Hall at CCHS. \nThis program is free for CCHS members and students with a school ID. The price for non-members and non-students is $6/person. You can pay at the door. \nPlease RSVP using the following form. \nClick here to RSVP!
URL:https://www.historicalsociety.com/event/documentary-screening-the-rainbow-under-the-red-tape/
LOCATION:Todd Hall\, 21 N. Pitt St.\, Carlisle\, PA\, 17013\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T160000
DTSTAMP:20260316T142718Z
CREATED:20260316T142718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T142718Z
UID:25240-1781341200-1781366400@www.historicalsociety.com
SUMMARY:Schimmel Woodcarving Expo
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a day honoring the art and tradition of the most famous of Cumberland County carvers \nWhere: Heishman’s Mill\, 1206 Creek Rd.\, Carlisle\, PA \nWhen: Saturday\, June 13th 9AM- 4PM \nWith 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 History Interpreters; Karl Pass\, Editor\,  AAN \nFree Admission \n10 Minute Garage talks every hour \n10:00 – Mill/ FHHM              11:00 – finishing technique     12:00 – banjo jam \n1:00 – Antiques and Auction News    2:00 – carver interview    3:00 –  Residents of the creek \nMore Info on Facebook
URL:https://www.historicalsociety.com/event/schimmel-woodcarving-expo/
CATEGORIES:Talks and Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T110000
DTSTAMP:20260610T171356Z
CREATED:20260113T195840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T171356Z
UID:24934-1781949600-1781953200@www.historicalsociety.com
SUMMARY:Juneteenth Program
DESCRIPTION: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. \nSupported by M&T Charitable Foundation \n \n 
URL:https://www.historicalsociety.com/event/juneteenth-program/
CATEGORIES:Talks and Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T145748Z
CREATED:20260401T161028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T145748Z
UID:25312-1781956800-1781967600@www.historicalsociety.com
SUMMARY:Freedom to Be Closing Reception
DESCRIPTION:Join Cumberland County Historical Society for a special closing reception of the temporary exhibit Freedom to Be: LGBTQ+ Journeys in the American Story. This exhibit\, on display from May 1 – June 20\, 2026\, is a part of CCHS’s America250 special exhibition. The informal reception will celebrate the run of the exhibit and the history of the LGBTQ+ community in Cumberland County. \nThe exhibit is on display in the G.B. Stuart Workshop in the History on High Museum Shop\, beginning May 1\, 2026. The reception will be held in the exhibit space. \nThe reception is free to attend and will include light refreshments and access to the exhibit. Bring your friends and family\, enjoy the reception\, and interact with exhibit curators and local LGBTQ+ organizations. Please use the linked form below to RSVP. \n  \nClick here to RSVP
URL:https://www.historicalsociety.com/event/freedom-to-be-closing-reception/
LOCATION:G.B. Stuart History Workshop\, 29 W. High St.\, Carlisle\, 17013\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T140000
DTSTAMP:20260609T140413Z
CREATED:20260609T140413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T140413Z
UID:25589-1781960400-1781964000@www.historicalsociety.com
SUMMARY:Rally Round the Flag: WWII on the Homefront in Cumberland County\, PA
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.historicalsociety.com/event/rally-round-the-flag-wwii-on-the-homefront-in-cumberland-county-pa/
LOCATION:Cumberland County Historical Society\, 21 N. Pitt Street\, Carlisle\, PA\, 17013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Talks and Presentations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T103000
DTSTAMP:20260610T172032Z
CREATED:20260424T152832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T172032Z
UID:25468-1782468000-1782469800@www.historicalsociety.com
SUMMARY:Reading of the Declaration / Opening of Bunting and Banners Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Public reading of the Declaration of Independence and the opening of our Bunting and Banners Exhibit as part of Summerfair 2026.
URL:https://www.historicalsociety.com/event/reading-of-the-declaration-opening-of-bunting-and-banners-exhibit/
LOCATION:G.B. Stuart History Workshop\, 29 W. High St.\, Carlisle\, 17013\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260703T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260703T120000
DTSTAMP:20260610T171838Z
CREATED:20260424T152357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T171838Z
UID:25462-1783072800-1783080000@www.historicalsociety.com
SUMMARY:The US Constitution\, Virtue\, and the Pursuit of the Common Good (Morning)
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.historicalsociety.com/event/the-us-constitution-virtue-and-the-pursuit-of-the-common-good-morning/
LOCATION:Todd Hall\, 21 N. Pitt St.\, Carlisle\, PA\, 17013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Talks and Presentations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260703T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260703T140000
DTSTAMP:20260701T200348Z
CREATED:20260424T152603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T200348Z
UID:25466-1783080000-1783087200@www.historicalsociety.com
SUMMARY:CCHS Block Party
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our Annual Block Party
URL:https://www.historicalsociety.com/event/cchs-block-party-2/
LOCATION:Cumberland County Historical Society\, 21 N. Pitt Street\, Carlisle\, PA\, 17013\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260703T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260703T200000
DTSTAMP:20260610T171829Z
CREATED:20260424T152450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T171829Z
UID:25464-1783101600-1783108800@www.historicalsociety.com
SUMMARY:The US Constitution\, Virtue and the Pursuit of the Common Good (Night)
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.historicalsociety.com/event/the-us-constitution-virtue-and-the-pursuit-of-the-common-good-night/
LOCATION:Todd Hall\, 21 N. Pitt St.\, Carlisle\, PA\, 17013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Talks and Presentations
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T110000
DTSTAMP:20260609T140504Z
CREATED:20260609T140504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T140504Z
UID:25591-1784368800-1784372400@www.historicalsociety.com
SUMMARY:Rally Round the Flag: WWII on the Homefront in Cumberland County\, PA
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.historicalsociety.com/event/rally-round-the-flag-wwii-on-the-homefront-in-cumberland-county-pa-2/
LOCATION:Cumberland County Historical Society\, 21 N. Pitt Street\, Carlisle\, PA\, 17013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Talks and Presentations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T120000
DTSTAMP:20260729T193345Z
CREATED:20260311T161430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T193345Z
UID:25210-1785582000-1785585600@www.historicalsociety.com
SUMMARY:The Pa Soldiers' Orphan Schools 1864 - 2009
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\nMembers Free / Non-Members $6 – Register Here\n  \nMembers RSVP Here: \n\n                \n                        PhoneThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    First\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Last\n                                                \n                            \n                        Number of Attendees*Subscribe to the CCHS Eblast\n								\n								Yes\n							Email*\n                            \n                        \n         Submit
URL:https://www.historicalsociety.com/event/pa-orphan-schools/
LOCATION:Todd Hall\, 21 N. Pitt St.\, Carlisle\, PA\, 17013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Talks and Presentations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T180000
DTSTAMP:20260821T124414Z
CREATED:20260722T180359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T124414Z
UID:25669-1787407200-1787421600@www.historicalsociety.com
SUMMARY:Red\, White & Blue BBQ
DESCRIPTION:TICKET SALES OVER \nPlease join us on August 22\, 2026\, for a day of food\, music\, and libations on the beautiful grounds of the Peiffer Memorial Arboretum and Nature Preserve in support of the West Shore and Cumberland County Historical Societies. \nCatering provided by Mission BBQ\, music by Shea Quinn\, Trivia by Cheaters Never Prosper\, and America250 themed libations – all included in your ticket price.\n\n\n\n\nWant to enhance your experience?  Sign up for private America250 themed libations tasting with Matthew from CCHS\, back by popular demand!\n  \n****Parking**** \nPublic street parking.  If you need assistance\, please let us know and we will make arrangements for you. \nLocation:Peiffer Memorial Arboretum and Nature Preserve\n1841 Brookview Drive\nNew Cumberland \nFor more information contact janice@wshistoricalsociety.org \n347-771-4223 \nPlease Note that no refunds will be made unless the Historical Society cancels the event. \nSponsors:\nScott Murray \nCharles H. Stone \nGary Russell
URL:https://www.historicalsociety.com/event/red-white-blue-bbq/
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SUMMARY:Underground Railroad Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Matthew March\, Education Curator\, will lead this walking tour that will focus on the role of abolitionists and freedom seekers in Boiling Springs.  The historic village was the site of an Underground Railroad “station” operated by area resident\, Daniel Kaufman. Meet in Boiling Springs at the parking lot at approximately 9 Bucher Hill RD near the stop sign. \nCost: $12/member; $18/nonmember; $6/school-age-children \nRegister Here \n 
URL:https://www.historicalsociety.com/event/underground-railroad-walking-tour-3/
CATEGORIES:Tours
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SUMMARY:Picture This: Photo Presentation of Carlisle Through the Years
DESCRIPTION:If you missed it earlier this year at Bosler you can see it this fall! Picture This: Carlisle Through the Years 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. (This is not a then and now photo presentation) \n  \nMembers Free / Non-Members $6 – Register Here\n  \nMembers RSVP Here: \n\n                \n                        PhoneThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    First\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Last\n                                                \n                            \n                        Number of Attendees*Subscribe to the CCHS Eblast\n								\n								Yes\n							Email*\n                            \n                        \n         Submit
URL:https://www.historicalsociety.com/event/picture-this-photo-presentation-of-carlisle-through-the-years/
LOCATION:Todd Hall\, 21 N. Pitt St.\, Carlisle\, PA\, 17013\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T140000
DTSTAMP:20260828T191928Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T191928Z
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SUMMARY:Book Launch Party
DESCRIPTION:For the sequel to Dire\, by Sean Mooney
URL:https://www.historicalsociety.com/event/book-launch-party/
LOCATION:History on High – The Shop\, 33 W High St\, Carlisle\, PA\, 17013\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T200000
DTSTAMP:20260911T161722Z
CREATED:20260828T192025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T161722Z
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SUMMARY:Film: A More Perfect Union
DESCRIPTION:A screening of the feature-length film in honor of Constitution Week (runtime 1 hr 50 min). \nDoors open at 5:30pm with the film to start at 6pm. \nSponsored with J. Sherwood McGinnis\, Jr. War\, Peace\, and Justice Project
URL:https://www.historicalsociety.com/event/film-a-more-perfect-union/
LOCATION:Todd Hall\, 21 N. Pitt St.\, Carlisle\, PA\, 17013\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T170000
DTSTAMP:20260828T192144Z
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SUMMARY:Book Signing
DESCRIPTION:With local historian Joe Cress
URL:https://www.historicalsociety.com/event/book-signing/
LOCATION:G.B. Stuart History Workshop\, 29 W. High St.\, Carlisle\, 17013\, United States
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