Events

In a quiet corner of Northeast Philadelphia, history will speak again. Inside the historic Byberry Friends Meeting House, audiences will step into the charged atmosphere of 1850s Philadelphia, where abolitionists Robert Purvis and Harriet Forten Purvis rallied neighbors to resist one of the nation’s most controversial laws. Rather than watching from theater seats, visitors will […]

KTA Webinar: The Underground Railroad Along the Mason-Dixon Line June 16, 2026 - 6:00 pm | Virtual The Mason-Dixon line, once drawn to settle a border dispute, became one of the most charged dividing lines in American history, separating bondage from freedom and risk from refuge. Join Randy Harris, Research & Community Outreach specialist at The […]

The Juneteenth Celebration takes place June 18, from 10 am to 4 pm, at the Landis Valley Village & Farm Museum, 2451 Kissel Hill Road, Lancaster, PA 17601. It include: Live Entertainment: Gospel music and performances throughout the day. History & Education: Historical interpreters and educational exhibits. Local Businesses: Black-owned businesses, craft vendors, and food […]

  THE STORY OF AN IMAGINED ENCOUNTER AT CAPE MAY, NEW JERSEY ON JULY 4, 1872 A dramatic reading of an original script, Leaders and Liberators portrays an imagined meeting on July 4, 1872 in Cape May, New Jersey between Harriet Tubman and two abolitionist allies from Columbia, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania — the Reverend Stephen […]

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 […]

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 […]