The 4th Annual CCHS Golf Classic
Cumberland Golf Club 2395 Ritner Hwy, Carlisle, PA, United StatesOur annual golf fundraiser is held at Cumberland Golf Club, 2395 Ritner Hwy, Carlisle, PA 17015. 2016's theme will be the history of health care in Cumberland County. The CCHS […]
The Letort: A Limestone Legacy
Cumberland County Historical Society 21 N. Pitt Street, Carlisle, PA, United StatesA SMP Speaker Series Presentation in collaboration with South Mountain Partnership & Central PA Conservancy. The Letort Spring Run is responsible for the initial development patterns of Carlisle and though the […]
Carlisle Crime Case Mysteries by Joan L. West Book Signing
History on High - The Shop 33 W High St, Carlisle, PA, United StatesJoan L. West, the author of the Carlisle Crime Case mysteries will be at History on High – The Shop on Saturday July 9, from 10 to 2. Join us […]
Tie Dye Mania
Join Education Curator Matthew March for a fun Tie Dye afternoon. Participants will make their own shirt to take home in the spirit of the 60s. Ages 8-12; 15 slots […]
Two Mile House Tartan Stone Presentation
Two Mile House 1189 Walnut Bottom Rd, Carlisle, PA, United StatesInternationally known stone carver Frank Maurer will present a Scots-Irish heritage Tartan Stone to CCHS at the Two Mile House and share the history of the stone and its Scots-Irish connections. Light refreshments will be served. This is a free RSVP event.

Carlisle Crime Series Book Signing
History on High - The Shop 33 W High St, Carlisle, PA, United StatesJoan L. West, the author of the Carlisle Crime Case mysteries will be at History on High – The Shop on First Friday August 5, from 5 to 8 pm (also the Welcome Jam for our new US Army War College students). Join us to meet local author Joan (Jody) West and learn about her […]

First Night Carlisle Button Design Competition
G.B. Stuart History Workshop 29 W. High St., Carlisle, United StatesOpening August 11, with a public reception on August 12 from 5-7pm, First Night Carlisle will present a student art exhibit, “Making a Memory,” in the G.B. Stuart History Workshop. This exhibit showcases student pieces submitted for entry in the annual First Night Carlisle Button Design Competition. The History Workshop is located on High Street next […]
McLain Festival Cocktail Party
Two Mile House 1189 Walnut Bottom Rd, Carlisle, PA, United StatesThe Pre-Event Cocktail Party at the Two Mile House will have delicious food provided by local caterers and restaurants as well as a Scotch tasting. The event is open to the public and admission is $50. Register online below or call 717-249-7610.

22nd Annual McLain Festival
Two Mile House 1189 Walnut Bottom Rd, Carlisle, PA, United StatesLooking for the 2017 McLain Festival. CLICK HERE. Saturday, September 3, 2016 9 AM - 5 PM Two Mile House, 1189 Walnut Bottom Road Cost: $10 Admission/children under 10 free Show receipt at entry to receive admission. Tickets also at sale at the front desk of the Cumberland County Historical Society and at History on […]
Heart and Soul Heritage Day
"We got to teach that history. We got to let folks know where you really come from and why it’s so important." –Volunteer at Neighbors Helping Neighbors Clean up, April 16, 2016 For one day we will highlight what the community told us through their stories. Locations across the Greater Carlisle Area will be open […]

Wicked Walk
History on High - The Shop 33 W High St, Carlisle, PA, United StatesJoe Cress will be leading two Wicked Walks this Saturday, September 10th. The Walks will begin at History on High – The Shop, 33 West High Street in Carlisle. The 10:00 am Walk will cover the North East Quadrant of Carlisle and the 12:00 noon Walk will cover the South East Quadrant of Carlisle. Joe […]