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18th Century Historic Fashion Symposium
Historic Rock Ford will host an 18th Century Historic Fashion Symposium consisting of three lectures, a self-guided tour of the General Hand Mansion with the…
From the Mantuamaker to the Bicentennial: The Use & Reuse of 18th Century Gowns
Historic Rock Ford's Fashion of the 18th and 19th Century Lecture Series presents "From the Mantuamaker to the Bicentennial: The Use & Reuse of 18th Century…
The Archaeology and Memory of Paoli Battlefield
Historic Rock Ford's Untold Stories of the American Revolution Lecture Series welcomes Matthew Kalos as he presents “The Archaeology and Memory of the Paoli…
Movie Night: "National Treasure 2: Book of Secrets"
Bring your own chair or blanket and settle in for a relaxed evening under the stars at Historic Rock Ford! Our summer history-themed movie series is a perfect…
18th Century Medical Day
Historic Rock Ford's 18th Century Medical Day features self-guided tours of the circa 1794 General Edward Hand Mansion and the Snyder Gallery. During this…
Ephrata Chamber Ensemble Concert of Baroque Music
After a successful performance here in 2025, Historic Rock Ford is delighted to welcome back the Ephrata Chamber Ensemble for an evening of Baroque chamber…
Social Dance
Historic Rock Ford's Social Dance events give participants an opportunity to enjoy English Country Dance! These events are designed for everyone to enjoy – no…
Walls That Witnessed a Revolution: Lancaster County Before 1776
Historic Rock Ford's America250 Lecture Series presents "Walls That Witnessed a Revolution: Lancaster County Before 1776” in which Danielle Keperling explores…
The Jane Austen Playlist: Love and Music of Regency England
Historic Rock Ford welcomes the Jane Austen Playlist as they present "Love and Music of Regency England." Experience the music that Jane Austen played and…
Half Crown Bakehouse demonstrations by Justin Cherry
Historic Rock Ford welcomes Justin Cherry, owner of Half Crown Bakehouse, as he demonstrates the bread of the American Revolution on Monday, September 7 (Labor…
Redware Sgraffito Workshop
Historic Rock Ford welcomes Denise Wilz for a workshop on Redware Sgraffito. The sgraffito technique was used by 18th and 19th century Pennsylvania German…
The Bakers of Washington's Army during the American Revolution
Historic Rock Ford's America250 Lecture Series welcomes Justin Cherry of Half Crown Bakehouse as he presents a lecture on “The Bakers of Washington's Army…
The Battle of Brandywine: On the Importance of Winning Our Freedom
Historic Rock Ford's America250 Lecture Series presents "The Battle of Brandywine: On the Importance of Winning Our Freedom." Author Bruce E. Mowday will…
Rug Hooking Workshop with Dr. Jenel Schaffer
Historic Rock Ford welcomes Dr. Jenel Schaffer of Sheep Hill Herbs & Fiber Arts for a rug hooking workshop. In this short-format workshop, participants will be…
Indigenous Peoples and the American Revolution: The Sullivan Expedition of 1779
Historic Rock Ford's Untold Stories of the American Revolution Lecture Series welcomes Mary Ann Levine as she presents “Indigenous Peoples and the American…
Celtic and Folk Music Concert with Seasons
Historic Rock Ford welcomes the award-winning band Seasons for an evening of Celtic and Folk Music. This band from the Harrisburg area is comprised of the Lee…
Edward "Ned" Hector: Black Revolutionary War Hero & Black People in Washington's Army
Historic Rock Ford's Untold Stories of the Revolution Series welcomes Noah Lewis as he presents "Edward 'Ned' Hector: Black Revolutionary War Hero & Black…
The History and Preservation of Camp Security, York County's Revolutionary War Prison Encampment
Historic Rock Ford's Untold Stories of the Revolution Lecture Series welcomes Jonathan R. Stayer as he presents “The History and Preservation of Camp Security,…
Thompson's Pennsylvania Rifle Battalion of 1775
Historic Rock Ford's America250 Lecture Series welcomes Col. (Ret) John A. Bonin, PhD as he presents "Thompson's Pennsylvania Rifle Battalion of 1775 (Later…
Women at the Valley Forge Encampment
Over 400 women—and some exceptional ladies—wintered at the Valley Forge Encampment. Although much has been written about General George Washington’s leadership…
The Revolutionary War Hospital at Ephrata
Historic Rock Ford's Untold Stories of the Revolution Lecture Series welcomes Bradley Smith as he presents “The Revolutionary War Hospital at Ephrata." In…
Fall Cider Celebration
Check back later this year for more details and ticketing about this evening event!
Who Were the Pennsylvania Associators?
Historic Rock Ford's America250 Lecture Series welcomes Joseph Seymour as he presents “Who Where the Pennsylvania Associators?” Authorized 21 November 1747 by…
Social Dance
Historic Rock Ford's Social Dance events give participants an opportunity to enjoy English Country Dance! These events are designed for everyone to enjoy – no…