Presented by Barb Landis and Merri Lou Schaumann Between 1890 and 1907 35 Carlisle Indian School girls lived on “Outing” with seven families in the village of Wellsville, York County, PA. Who were these girls and who were the families with whom they lived and worked? Merri Lou Schaumann and Barbara Landis will attempt to […]
Religion & government: Charles I and the road to Civil War Participants will read pre-assigned sources, including primary sources from the 17th century. We will discuss the readings and how they fit into the historical period under guidance of Dr. Lindsay Varner. This group is open to anyone interested in British History. No prior knowledge […]
Presented by Matthew Skic On April 19, 2017, the Museum of the American Revolution opened with great fanfare in the heart of historic Philadelphia. Assistant Curator Matthew Skic will discuss the history of the project to create this new institution and present highlights from the Museum’s main exhibit and collection, including General George Washington’s war […]
Richard Tritt, CCHS Photo Curator, will present a visual overview of the recently accessioned Jim Bradley Photo Collection. This lifetime collection is divided into four parts: (1)railroads, (2) Cumberland and surrounding counties, (3) Bradley and related families, and (4) miscellaneous subjects. Come and enjoy the unique and artistic images of this talented photographer.
Presented by Greg Huber This presentation is on barns located in Southeastern Pennsylvania, or, specifically, “the hearth,” the area east of the Susquehanna River and south of the Blue Mountains. […]
Executing a King: Charles I's trial Participants will read pre-assigned sources, including primary sources from the 17th century. We will discuss the readings and how they fit into the historical […]
Join Jason Illari (CCHS), Chris Chiampi (FSA) & Mindy Crawford (Preservation PA) as they discuss the importance of undertaking thoughtful and creative design in our HARB Districts.
Cory Young is pursuing his Ph.D. at Georgetown University. This program is named for the working title of his dissertation. Cory has spent a lot of time over the last […]
The Catholic question under Charles II Participants will read pre-assigned sources, including primary sources from the 17th century. We will discuss the readings and how they fit into the historical […]
Did you ever wonder what it would have been like to be in the militia while George Washington was president? Tad W. Miller, a reenactor and volunteer at the Cumberland […]
The Molly Pitcher Stitchers are hosting a Treasure Chest Sale Of embroidery supplies Saturday April 28, from 11-1:30. Threads, charts, fabrics, kits, books and other embroidery supplies available at low […]