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Headstone Cleaning Tutorial
Headstone Cleaning Tutorial
Led by Carmen James at the Bonny Brook cemetery located on Bonny Brook Road about 1/2 mile south of Spring Garden Street on the left side of the road. At the bottom of the first hill. About 30 feet off the road.
The Paranormal Investigation of the Odd Fellows Hall w/ Pasadena Paranormal
The Paranormal Investigation of the Odd Fellows Hall w/ Pasadena Paranormal
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 […]
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Hand Papermaking as Social Engagement: Hand Papermaking Workshop
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
Curator-Led Tour of War Amongst the People / From Swords to Plowshares
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 […]
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19th Century Fire Houses Walking Tour
19th Century Fire Houses Walking Tour
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 […]
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Fierce Valor: The True Story of Ronald Speirs and His Band of Brothers
Fierce Valor: The True Story of Ronald Speirs and His Band of Brothers
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 […]
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Reimagining: The Storytelling Rituals of Ancient Warrior Cultures
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
Curator-Led Tour of War Amongst the People / From Swords to Plowshares
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 […]
2 events,
Curator-Led Tour of War Amongst the People / From Swords to Plowshares
Curator-Led Tour of War Amongst the People / From Swords to Plowshares
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, […]
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Project 61 – 6th Annual R. C. Reed Architecture Lecture
Project 61 – 6th Annual R. C. Reed Architecture Lecture
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 […]
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Cumberland County Historical Society Annual Meeting and Expo
Cumberland County Historical Society Annual Meeting and Expo
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 […]
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Murder Most Foul
Murder Most Foul
Author and award-winning journalist Joseph David Cress will present an overview of some of the most nefarious crimes, solved and unsolved, in Cumberland County history. Copies of his True Crime books will be on sale in Todd Hall starting at 5:30 p.m.
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A Night with the Babe
A Night with the Babe
Join the Cumberland County Historical Society and the Babe Ruth Birthplace Museum from Baltimore Maryland for a SPECIAL Night of Baseball History as we close out our “Heart of a Champion: Sports on Cumberland County” Exhibit. The Babe Ruth Birthplace & Museum will bring select artifacts from their vast collection of Babe Ruth and 19th […]
1 event,
Curator-Led Tour of War Amongst the People / From Swords to Plowshares
Curator-Led Tour of War Amongst the People / From Swords to Plowshares
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 […]