Community Calendar
The Community Calendar
A central part of LancasterHistory’s mission is to support the needs and interests of history-oriented organizations in our region and to bring into greater focus the extraordinary opportunities for learners of all ages to experience America’s past in Lancaster County and the surrounding region. LancasterHistory is proud to provide this Community Calendar to highlight upcoming events of history-focused institutions and organizations.
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If you are an authorized representative of a Lancaster County-based, history-focused institution or organization, please fill out our Community Calendar Submission form to submit your event for inclusion on this webpage. Before submitting, however, we highly recommend you review our Community Calendar Guidelines [PDF, 217kb].
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“The Accidental Author: Stories of WWII & More”
What: Presentation
When: Sunday, October 19 | 1pm-4pm
Cost: No, tickets or registration is not required.
Join Larry Alexander, a journalist, military historian, and author, on October 19 at 2 p.m. in the Freight Room of the Manheim Railroad Station Complex, 210 South Charlotte St., Manheim. Larry will share his journey of collecting soldiers’ experiences during WWII.
In addition to the program, the Railroad Station Complex museums will be open from 1 to 4 p.m. Discover the 1881 Train Station, Stiegel-style Glass, Iron Stove Plates, Manheim Industries/Kendig Library Exhibition, and Model Train Exhibit. Take a ride on our Trolley or take part in the 19th Century Manheim Industrial Revolution Walking Tour (if the weather cooperates). Every activity is free!
90th Anniversary of the National Railway Historical Society
What: Special Event
When: Sunday, October 19 | 2pm
Cost: No, tickets or registration is not required.
Cake, Ice Cream, Coffee, Iced Tea, & Lemonade
African American Heritage Walking Tours
What: Tours
When: Saturday, November 1 | 11-2pm
Cost: Adult $17/ Senior (65 and older) $10 / Students (6-18) $5 / Under 6 Free. Registration is required.
Downtown Lancaster
Focused largely on the Underground Railroad, including four authenticated sites, tour features African agency and resistance to an institution that has kinship to economic, political, and social/cultural forces which fueled the nation’s early growth and beyond; an institution which dehumanized the enslaved and enslaver alike. Because the Underground Railroad was by necessity secret, uncovering the details of its existence has required a great deal of detective work. Local African American history, such as that shared on this tour, is the vital lifeblood that gives rise to an authentic national history. This tour includes the latest research and recent discoveries which further reveal the rich fabric of African American history in Lancaster before and after the Civil War. No reservations needed.
Saturdays: November 1 | Depart from City of Lancaster Visitor Center
The Southeast Area tour highlights that liberation is up to African Americans, whose experiences represent a complex connection to their past—both the trauma of enslavement and the resilience of their heritage. This tour brings to life the triumph of the African American community as it built a culture of service, faith, and social activism, alongside the tragedy of Urban Renewal, which saw the demolition of 14 square blocks of thriving businesses, churches, and civic associations. The fabric of the community was ruptured as individual homes were replaced with public housing and vibrant community spaces were obliterated. This tour traces the life stream and economic castration of that community, which was attacked by the policy of Urban Renewal, but which has not been forgotten or erased. No reservations needed.
Saturdays: November 8 | Depart from Crispus Attucks Community Center
Learn more by visiting https://www.aahsscpa.org/guidedwalkingtours
Saving Historic Cemeteries: Preservation vs Practicality
What: Tours
When: Saturday, November 15 | 1pm
Cost: No Registration Required