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  • The Paranormal Investigation of the Odd Fellows Hall w/ Pasadena Paranormal

    Cumberland County Historical Society 21 N. Pitt Street, Carlisle, PA, United States

    In July, the Pasadena Paranormal Team investigated the Odd Fellows Hall in Carlisle, PA.   To kick off October, the Cumberland County Historical Society is partnering with Pasadena Paranormal to present their findings in a multimedia presentation and Q&A session on Saturday October 1st from 2:00 – 4:00 pm. The program will include a brief history […]

  • Hand Papermaking as Social Engagement: Hand Papermaking Workshop

    Cumberland County Historical Society 21 N. Pitt Street, Carlisle, PA, United States

    Patrick Sargent is offering a hand papermaking workshop.  He creates images through his arts initiative - Sargent-Thamm - using a wide range of printmaking and papermaking techniques and methods. Our work encompasses a wide range of media and approaches – from relief and silk screen printing to handmade paper making. We also host community-based art […]

  • Curator-Led Tour of War Amongst the People / From Swords to Plowshares

    G.B. Stuart History Workshop 29 W. High St., Carlisle, United States

    Join Dr. Tara Leigh Tappert, curator of the War Amongst the People / From Swords to Plowshares exhibition on view at the Cumberland County Historical Society, G. B. Stuart History Workshop, for a curator-led tour. Learn about this unique exhibit, organized in two parts, that documents the history of war making in America and the […]

  • Union Fire Company Truck

    19th Century Fire Houses Walking Tour

    Cumberland County Historical Society 21 N. Pitt Street, Carlisle, PA, United States

    Led by Randy Watts. This approximately one-mile walk will visit six surviving fire houses dating from the 1850s to the 1890s. Along the way we’ll discuss some of Carlisle’s larger fires and discuss several tragic deaths to both civilians and firemen. The tour concludes at the Museum of the Union Fire Company, and participants can […]

  • Fierce Valor: The True Story of Ronald Speirs and His Band of Brothers

    Cumberland County Historical Society 21 N. Pitt Street, Carlisle, PA, United States

    His comrades called him “Killer.” Of the elite paratroopers who served in the venerated “Band of Brothers” during the Second World War, none were more enigmatic than Ronald Speirs. Rumored to have gunned down enemy prisoners and even one of his own disobedient sergeants, Speirs became a foxhole legend among his troops. But who was […]

  • Reimagining: The Storytelling Rituals of Ancient Warrior Cultures

    Cumberland County Historical Society 21 N. Pitt Street, Carlisle, PA, United States

    Women Veterans Empowered & Thriving (WVE&T) is a non-profit organization focused on reintegration programming for veterans, their families and support members to empower their experiences and facilitate skills to thrive in daily life. Hybrid – In Person and via Zoom Apply for a place in the workshop no later than October 7, 2022. Complete and […]

  • Curator-Led Tour of War Amongst the People / From Swords to Plowshares

    Cumberland County Historical Society 21 N. Pitt Street, Carlisle, PA, United States

    Join Dr. Tara Leigh Tappert, curator of the War Amongst the People / From Swords to Plowshares exhibition on view at the Cumberland County Historical Society, G. B. Stuart History Workshop, for a curator-led tour. Learn about this unique exhibit, organized in two parts, that documents the history of war making in America and the […]

  • Curator-Led Tour of War Amongst the People / From Swords to Plowshares

    Cumberland County Historical Society 21 N. Pitt Street, Carlisle, PA, United States

    Join Dr. Tara Leigh Tappert, curator of the War Amongst the People / From Swords to Plowshares exhibition on view at the Cumberland County Historical Society, G. B. Stuart History Workshop, for a curator-led tour before the Reimagining: The Storytelling Rituals of Ancient Warrior Cultures Workshop. Learn about this unique exhibit, organized in two parts, […]

  • Carlisle Food Market

    Project 61 – 6th Annual R. C. Reed Architecture Lecture

    Cumberland County Historical Society 21 N. Pitt Street, Carlisle, PA, United States

    Project 61 – What Was It? What Effect Did It Have on Carlisle? This talk will describe the beautification and restoration project in downtown Carlisle. In 1961, civic leaders proposed a plan, named Project 61, to enhance the appearance of businesses in downtown Carlisle. They decided to use a colonial theme to unify buildings' appearances […]

  • Cumberland County Historical Society Annual Meeting and Expo

    Cumberland County Historical Society 21 N. Pitt Street, Carlisle, PA, United States

    Join us for our 2022 Annual Meeting as well as an expo highlighting our current and permanent exhibits and mission based departments. 12:30: Doors Open 12:30 - 1:30: Refreshments and Tours Guided tours of the NEW Exhibit "War Amongst the People/From Swords to Plowshares" at the G. B. Stuart History Workshop Guided tours of the […]