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 […]

Barbara Landis will give a PowerPoint presentation of a virtual tour of the Carlisle Indian Industrial School. This tour is designed to prepare visitors for self-guided tours of the old […]

Cumberland County Historical Society invites you to celebrate Preservation Month in May and the importance of preservation, heritage, and memory in our communities. A free reception begins at 6:00pm on […]

Join History on High for two demonstrations for the First Fridays in Carlisle: Mindy Cashman’s Sea Glass and Clare Klaum’s Oil Pastels. Sea Glass Necklace Klaum Oil Pastels

The Molly Pitcher Stitchers will provide a special tour of the trends and thread exhibit with a stitching program for kids. Children 7-13 years old can participate but must be […]

  We invite you to participate in a free panel discussion for municipal staff, elected officials, and community organizations. Sponsored by Greater Carlisle Heart & Soul Project, Cumberland County Historical […]

As a part of the 2018 Civil War Days in the Harrisburg Area stop by CCHS at 1:30 and 3:00 to see a Victorian Dance Ensemble. Our Museum will also […]

Featuring The Keating Jazz Orchestra Silent Movies Card Tables Raffle & Silent Auction Tickets: General—Gigglewater      $50/$85 for two: Ticket for 1 bar drink per ticket holder Free non-alcoholic drinks Canapes […]

CCHS will host “Dancing Under the Stars” at the Two Mile House, 1189 Walnut Bottom RD, Carlisle, across from K-Mart. The Historic Two Mile House offers a covered patio for […]

The Carlisle Indian Industrial School (CIIS) is well known for its sports teams and assimilationist mission, but very little has been said about the history of medicine at the school.  […]