Plein Air Painting Demo
Cumberland County Historical Society 21 N. Pitt Street, Carlisle, PA, United StatesJonathan Frazier will be painting at History on High.
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Two Mile House Art Tour
Cumberland County Historical Society 21 N. Pitt Street, Carlisle, PA, United StatesTour Full Enjoy an afternoon on the Terrace of Two Mile House with lemonade and cookies as Mary Caverly leads tours through the house detailing the artwork on the walls. Cost: Members Free; Non-members $5
Remembering Agnes: A Panel Discussion on the Local and Regional Flooding of June of 1972
Cumberland County Historical Society 21 N. Pitt Street, Carlisle, PA, United StatesFree and Open to the Public, Light Refreshments will be provided RSVP below: In Conjunction with Carlisle SummerFair, June 25 – July 2,2022 (https://www.carlislesummerfair.org/) Presentations by: Noel Potter, Professor Emeritus […]
Jim Thorpe Movie Viewing
Cumberland County Historical Society 21 N. Pitt Street, Carlisle, PA, United StatesA biographic film looking at the life of Jim Thorpe who became a sports icon in the 20th century. Viewings at 1PM and 6PM in Todd Hall.
McLain Bash
Two Mile House 1189 Walnut Bottom Rd, Carlisle, PA, United StatesEvery year CCHS’ Two Mile House hosts a supper party in honor of the J. McLain & Mary Wheeler King family and our region’s Celtic past. Whisky tastings, music, delicious food and great friends abound. The party is open to anyone 21 years of age and up. Join us in 2022 for another great time. […]
Paper Mills of Mt. Holly
Cumberland County Historical Society 21 N. Pitt Street, Carlisle, PA, United StatesLecture by Randy Watts.
The Armstrong Brothers: A Book Talk
Cumberland County Historical Society 21 N. Pitt Street, Carlisle, PA, United StatesDavid O. Smith tells the story of James, John, and Hamilton Armstrong, three sons of a yeoman farmer living on the Pennsylvania frontier at the outset of the American Revolution. James and John joined the Continental Army in 1776, rose from the ranks to become officers, and served until the army was disbanded in 1783. […]
Adventures In History 21+ Summer Camp Sampler
Cumberland County Historical Society 21 N. Pitt Street, Carlisle, PA, United StatesNo more wishing that you could do what the kids do! CCHS continues its one-day summer camp for adults. 20th Century Theme. Event description Date: August 20, 10AM - 3PM Cost: $75, limited to 10 participants Must be 21 years of age. Register Here.
North End A’s Talk
Cumberland County Historical Society 21 N. Pitt Street, Carlisle, PA, United StatesLearn about the North End A’s, a group of boys who played in the old Fifth Ward playground on the north side of Carlisle during the 1940s. Lecture led by Paul Hoch.
War Amongst the People / From Swords to Plowshares Exhibit Openings
Cumberland County Historical Society 21 N. Pitt Street, Carlisle, PA, United StatesWar Amongst the People / From Swords to Plowshares begins its run at the G. B. Stuart History Workshop (29 W. High St. Carlisle, PA 17013).The J. Sherwood McGinnis, Jr. War, Peace, and Justice Project, in collaboration with the Cumberland County Historical Society and The Arts & The Military’s ART-ifacts Collection, present the Project Welcome […]
FULL – 300 Years of Stories Walking Tour
Cumberland County Historical Society 21 N. Pitt Street, Carlisle, PA, United StatesFULL Led by Randy Watts. This short two-block walk examines the history of Carlisle from 1722 to 2022, progressing from a discussion starting with the early visits of traders, to the French and Indian War and the start of the American Revolution and the US Army. We’ll then discuss events in Carlisle’s town square, including […]
FULL – Oddfellows Building Tour
History on High - The Shop 33 W High St, Carlisle, PA, United StatesSeptember 3, 10 a.m. AND 1 p.m., meet at History on High – The Shop Led by David Smith. Please R.S.V.P. in advance as there is a 25 person maximum. Cost: Members Free; Non-members $5