David Smith presents Babes in the Woods Story. Through David's research he has discovered some interesting facts regarding the Babes in the Woods incident that occurred just over 80 years ago, in November 1934. Join us as David talks about his new publication, "Babes in the Woods Story."
Postponed This event has been postponed until November 26, 2017. Please look forward to the Historic Architectural Holiday Tour of Eastern Cumberland County coming next year. <!-- Houses: Craighead House, 318 East York Road, Carlisle There are many houses in this area that could be called “Craighead House.” This one was located adjacent to the […]
In thanks from Cumberland County Historical Society You are cordially invited to our holiday volunteer & CCHS supporter reception. RSVP by November 28th.
Grin with the Grinch! Snap a selfie with Snoopy. Say “cheese” with Charlie Brown. Bring your camera or pose with our Polaroid to take advantage of the many photo ops in our holiday exhibit inspired by your favorite 1960s Christmas Specials. Crafts this year will be inspired by the 1960s Christmas Specials. Bring your camera […]
Railroads of Lemoyne - Presented by Randy Watts
The Centenary of US Entry into World War I with Special Focus on the Service of Volunteer Fire Companies - Presented by Randy Watts and Sandy Mader
Jesse Webb will speak on the LeTort Star Masonic Lodge on North St. in Carlisle as part of the Black History Month Celebration.
Saturday, February 11 from 10:30 am to 1:00 pm Elaine Haag of Elaine Haag Designs, a Nuno Felting Demonstration.
Monuments, Men, and Memory: Remembering and Forgetting the Great War in Shippensburg, PA - Presented by Steven Burg, Shippensburg University
African-American Troops from Cumberland County in World War I - Celebrate African-American History Month - Presented by Stephanie Jirard, Shippensburg University
Join CCHS in celebrating Black History Month at the Black History Festival hosted by Hope Station. This year the festival will be held at New Life Community Church (64 E. North St., Carlisle, PA). CCHS will be hosting a Story Telling booth in partnership with the Greater Carlisle Heart and Soul project as well as […]
Lenore Embick Flower - Celebrate Women’s History Month - Presented by Dawn Flower-Webb and Lenore R. Flower