World War II Memories – The Book Series
Award-winning author and journalist Joseph David Cress will talk about his four-book series World War II Memories and will share some of the stories of veterans who fought Nazi Germany […]
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“American Roulette” Book Signing
A Friday in April in Anywhere, USA, starts out like any other day. But eight characters written by eight different authors – end up at the same place and the […]
The Railroad Strike of 1877
Virtual Program The first nationwide strike had a tremendous impact on Pennsylvania, rousing workers and communities to oppose the wage cut imposed by the Pennsylvania Railroad. The strike culminated in […]
Small Business Saturday
"Wilbert Christmashead" a children's book. Book signing by Sam Rob, illustrated by Holly Cameron.
Central Pennsylvania’s Railroads as Strategic Targets During the Civil War
Dane DiFebo will discuss how Confederate military strategists targeted specific Northern railroads and railroad infrastructure during the key campaigns and the invasions of the North during the American Civil War. […]
Serving Up Salvation Book Signing
David H. Peiffer with his new book Serving up Salvation One Ladle at a Time: The Shopp Family at Cedar Run.
1st Annual Carlisle Historic Holiday Bed & Breakfast Tour
TICKET SALES ENDED Celebrate the Holidays with CCHS on a guided Bus Tour of Beautiful, Historic Bed & Breakfasts in Carlisle PA featuring the following locations: Carlisle House The Smith […]
War, Peace, and Justice Project Present: Father, Soldier, Son
The Cumberland County Historical Society, in partnership with the J. Sherwood McGinnis, Jr., War, Peace, and Justice Project present the film Father, Soldier, Son and the art exhibit The Joe […]
Holiday Party Thank You
Join us for a celebration of another amazing year at CCHS. Thank you for your continued support! RSVP Here:
Charles Bruce Foundation Book Signing
Book signing by the Charles Bruce Foundation of writers and artists event, plus Free Gift Wrapping of purchases at History on High today!
Historians’ Well-Being: Preserving the Past While Nurturing the Self
Calling all history students and professionals! As stewards of the past, we often face unique stressors like funding constraints, self imposed/fabricated competition, and navigating public perception. This event will provide […]
Black Freedom-Making in the Early National Cumberland Valley
As soon as the Pennsylvania General Assembly enacted its first gradual abolition law in 1780, African Americans got to work using its provisions to expedite the coming of freedom. This […]