Events

Discover Lancaster County’s critical role in the Underground Railroad with historian Scott Mingus. This lecture provides a compelling overview of resistance networks across the Susquehanna River region, highlighting the individuals and communities who helped shape one of the most important movements in American history. As part of the nationwide America 250 commemoration, this program highlights […]

Travel by guided van tour as you follow the path of freedom seekers after crossing the Susquehanna River, visiting key locations in Marietta, and East and West Donegal Townships. These tours are presented by the African American Historical Society of South Central Pennsylvania. They work ​to preserve, interpret, and share the history and lived experiences […]

As part of the Riverfest Celebrations Susquehanna National Heritage Area is offering tours of the historic Mifflin House & Farm in Wrightsville, PA. They are offering three tours of the  site on the 27th. The House and farm are in the process of being developed into the Susquehanna Discovery Center & Heritage Park (SDC). This […]

Another great Riverfest event. Step into a powerful chapter of Lancaster County history with Living the Experience, a spiritual and interactive reenactment of the Underground Railroad presented by the talented performers of Bethel AME Church. Guests will journey through the stories of freedom seekers and local abolitionists who risked everything in the fight for freedom […]

Travel by guided van tour as you follow the path of freedom seekers after crossing the Susquehanna River, visiting key locations in Marietta, and East and West Donegal Townships. These tours are presented by the African American Historical Society of South Central Pennsylvania. They work ​to preserve, interpret, and share the history and lived experiences […]

A guided walking tour highlighting Blairsville's Underground Railroad history during the annual Knotweed Festival.

"Above Ground on the UGRR" A special presentation by one other region's leading historians that examines the use of the above ground railroad by freedom seekers and the agents and entrepreneurs who aided them. Hosted by Columbia 300.  Presenter is Randy Harris                           […]

Thursday, August 27th @6:30pm Frank Parker (William Parker Descendant)  Join CHS for this unique presentation as we get to hear from the descendant of William Parker. The Christiana Resistance 1851 took place at the home of William Parker. (This presentation will be held via Zoom at the 10 W Slokum Ave location on August 27th […]

Living the Experience : An interactive, spiritual reenactment of the Underground Railroad taking place on September 5, 2026, at the Bethel AME Church at 512 E. Strawberry St., Lancaster, PA. “Living the Experienceis a spiritual, interactive reenactment of the Underground railroad.” -- .