BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Cumberland County Historical Society - ECPv6.17.5.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Cumberland County Historical Society X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.historicalsociety.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Cumberland County Historical Society REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261012T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261012T170000 DTSTAMP:20260828T192211Z CREATED:20210219T215626Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T192211Z UID:12621-1791806400-1791824400@www.historicalsociety.com SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drive DESCRIPTION:Maximize 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 and save up to 15 minutes by visiting RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass to complete your pre-donation reading and health history questions on the day of your appointment. \nYOU CAN HELP!\n• Encourage friends and family to give at your drive. Visit our Blood Drive Management \nRegister at the link below to donate blood to the American Red Cross: \nhttps://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?order=DATE&range=10&zipSponsor=CCHS \n  URL:https://www.historicalsociety.com/event/red-cross-blood-drive-2/ LOCATION:Todd Hall\, 21 N. Pitt St.\, Carlisle\, PA\, 17013\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.historicalsociety.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/3134c22.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T193000 DTSTAMP:20260928T165230Z CREATED:20260828T192622Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T165230Z UID:25797-1792085400-1792092600@www.historicalsociety.com SUMMARY:Reed Architectural Lecture DESCRIPTION:Join us Thursday\, October 15\, at the Cumberland County Historical Society for an engaging evening featuring Oscar Beisert\, a historic preservationist\, architectural historian\, and founder of the Keeping Society of Philadelphia.\n\n\n\nDoors Open: 5:30 PM\nReception: 6:00 PM\nLecture: 6:30 PM\nTodd Hall\, 21 N. Pitt St.\, Carlisle\, PA 17013\n\n\n\nWith a B.A. in Political Science and an M.A. in American Studies—American Architectural History and Decorative Arts\, Oscar brings nearly a decade of experience in historic preservation and Section 106 compliance. He also works for the federal government and recently completed the renovation of an 1880s carriage repository in Germantown.\n\n\n\nFree and open to the public!\n\n\n\nCome enjoy the reception\, learn more about historic preservation\, and hear from someone dedicated to preserving the stories and places that connect us to the past. URL:https://www.historicalsociety.com/event/reed-architectural-lecture/ LOCATION:Todd Hall\, 21 N. Pitt St.\, Carlisle\, PA\, 17013\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T150000 DTSTAMP:20260923T165312Z CREATED:20260828T192827Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T165312Z UID:25800-1792328400-1792335600@www.historicalsociety.com SUMMARY:Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION:We’re looking forward to seeing our CCHS members at our Annual Membership Meeting on Sunday\, October 18! \nThe meeting will begin at 1:00 p.m.\, with doors opening at 12:30 p.m. \nWe are honored to announce this year’s award winners: \n \nRoger K. & Helen E. Todd Distinguished Service Award: Sherron Biddle \nMilton E. Flower Historian of the Year Award: Patriot’s Path Committee \nWilliam Foshag Preservation Award: Friends of Peace Church \nLeadership in History Award: Don Paul Shearer \nSpecial Project Recognition: J. Sherwood McGinnis War\, Peace\, and Justice Project \nSpecial Project Recognition: Carmen James \nFollowing the annual meeting\, we’re excited to welcome Dr. John A. Bonin\, Distinguished Fellow at the U.S. Army War College in Carlisle\, who will present: \n“Col. William Thompson and the Pennsylvania Rifle Battalion”\nWhile you’re here\, be sure to stop by History on High—Museum Shop. The shop will be open for members to browse and make purchases. \nWe hope you’ll come spend the afternoon with us\, catch up with fellow members\, and enjoy a fascinating piece of Cumberland County’s Revolutionary history. \nThank you for being a member of the Cumberland County Historical Society. We appreciate your support and look forward to seeing you on October 18! \nPlease RSVP so we know you’re coming!: \n\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/annual-meeting/ LOCATION:Todd Hall\, 21 N. Pitt St.\, Carlisle\, PA\, 17013\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T190000 DTSTAMP:20260828T193311Z CREATED:20260828T193311Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T193311Z UID:25804-1792692000-1792695600@www.historicalsociety.com SUMMARY:Sortition/Random Assemblies Talk DESCRIPTION:With John Gastil \nSponsored with the J. Sherwood McGinnis\, Jr. War\, Peace\, and Justice Project URL:https://www.historicalsociety.com/event/sortition-random-assemblies-talk/ LOCATION:Todd Hall\, 21 N. Pitt St.\, Carlisle\, PA\, 17013\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261029T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261029T190000 DTSTAMP:20260831T224831Z CREATED:20260828T191644Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T224831Z UID:25786-1793296800-1793300400@www.historicalsociety.com SUMMARY:Memories of Our Revolutionary Ancestors DESCRIPTION:Although several of Cumberland County’s citizens played significant roles in the American Revolution\, both politically and militarily\, many other patriots performed their duties\, returned home and continued otherwise normal lives. While many lie in unmarked graves\, others have been honored and memorialized with large monuments. While those patriots who died within 50 years of the war’s end were lucky to receive a brief death notice in local newspapers\, the last of the war’s veterans often received grand tributes to their valor. This power-point provides vignettes of some of those in both Cumberland and Perry counties who contributed to our democracy’s beginnings. \nPresented by Jerry Clouse \nMembers Free / Non-Members $6 – Register Here\n  \nMembers RSVP Here: \n\n \n X/TwitterThis 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/memories-of-our-revolutionary-ancestors/ LOCATION:Todd Hall\, 21 N. Pitt St.\, Carlisle\, PA\, 17013\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261107T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261107T113000 DTSTAMP:20260828T193037Z CREATED:20260828T193027Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T193037Z UID:25802-1794047400-1794051000@www.historicalsociety.com SUMMARY:Bunting and Banners Photo Program DESCRIPTION:Extend your journey through Cumberland County’s history with an exclusive selection of photographs from the Cumberland County Historical Society archives. Join Cara Curtis for a presentation featuring historic images that couldn’t fit into the main gallery walls\, this extended collection highlights the people\, parades\, and everyday joy of our region’s celebratory spirit. \nMembers Free / Non-Members $6 – Register Here\n  \nMembers RSVP 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/bunting-and-banners-photo-program/ LOCATION:Todd Hall\, 21 N. Pitt St.\, Carlisle\, PA\, 17013\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261205T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261205T170000 DTSTAMP:20260807T160706Z CREATED:20260806T200117Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T160706Z UID:25724-1796470200-1796490000@www.historicalsociety.com SUMMARY:4th Annual Holiday House Tour DESCRIPTION:🎄 Celebrate the Holidays with Cumberland County Historical Society! 🚌 \nExperience the beauty\, history\, and charm of the holiday season on a special guided bus tour through the Shippensburg and Newville area\, purchase your tickets today! \nEnjoy exclusive tours of some of Cumberland County’s most treasured historic sites\, including: \n• Widow Piper’s Tavern & First Courthouse\n• Hawk House\n• Dr. Alexander Stewart House\n• Woodburn House\n• Herron Cottage \nTravel in comfort as you visit these beautifully preserved properties\, where knowledgeable guides and property owners will share the fascinating stories\, architecture\, and holiday traditions that make each location unique. \nTickets \nCCHS Members: $75 \nNon-Members: $85 \nOptional Breakfast Add-on: $25 \nMake it a complete holiday outing! Add a delicious breakfast before the tour at 10am and begin your day with great food before setting off on this festive adventure. \nGather your family and friends for a memorable day celebrating local history\, seasonal beauty\, and holiday cheer. \nSeats are limited—reserve yours today and make history part of your holiday tradition! \nClick here to purchase tickets. URL:https://www.historicalsociety.com/event/4th-annual-holiday-house-tour/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.historicalsociety.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/qgiv_event_image69b8619060e2b-1773691280-e1786045345416.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261209T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261209T190000 DTSTAMP:20260828T193619Z CREATED:20260828T193458Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T193619Z UID:25806-1796835600-1796842800@www.historicalsociety.com SUMMARY:General Washington's Christmas Farewell and Homecoming (Members Only) DESCRIPTION:First-person interpretation with George and Martha Washington. \nDoors Open at 4:45pm. \nSponsored with the J. Sherwood McGinnis\, Jr. War\, Peace\, and Justice Project \nMembers RSVP Here: \n\n \n URLThis 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/general-washingtons-christmas-farewell-and-homecoming-members-only/ LOCATION:Todd Hall\, 21 N. Pitt St.\, Carlisle\, PA\, 17013\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261210T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261210T140000 DTSTAMP:20260828T193606Z CREATED:20260828T193606Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T193606Z UID:25808-1796904000-1796911200@www.historicalsociety.com SUMMARY:General Washington's Christmas Farewell and Homecoming DESCRIPTION:First-person interpretation with George and Martha Washington. \nSponsored with the J. Sherwood McGinnis\, Jr. War\, Peace\, and Justice Project \nRSVP Here: \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/general-washingtons-christmas-farewell-and-homecoming/ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR