Historic Harrisburg Association

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Historic Harrisburg Association Advocate for the preservation, restoration, and stewardship of Harrisburg’s architectural heritage.

"Advocating historic preservation and smart growth since 1973!"

The wait is over! “A Night at the Movies!” is TOMORROW NIGHT, with check-in beginning at 6:00 p.m. Join Historic Harrisb...
10/19/2026

The wait is over! “A Night at the Movies!” is TOMORROW NIGHT, with check-in beginning at 6:00 p.m. Join Historic Harrisburg at the West Shore Theater for a screening of Girl, Interrupted. Be there for the reveal of our mystery auction item!

For more information about tickets to this event, please visit: https://historicharrisburg.org/events/

The countdown is on! Spend Tuesday evening with Historic Harrisburg at the West Shore Theater for “A Night at the Movies...
10/17/2026

The countdown is on! Spend Tuesday evening with Historic Harrisburg at the West Shore Theater for “A Night at the Movies!”. Enjoy Girl, Interrupted and bid on one mystery item from the film during our live auction.

For more information about tickets to this event, please visit: https://historicharrisburg.org/events/

10/16/2026

Join us TONIGHT for 3rd in the Burg as we uncover three NEW chilling mysteries in Harrisburg’s Historic Cold Cases! 🔪

🩸 Ransom or Drug Deal Gone Wrong?
🩸 Murder on Union Street
🩸 Murder in the Shoe Store

Explore the clues, examine the evidence, and see if YOU can crack these historic murder mysteries!

🔍 Think you have what it takes to solve the cases?

Grab your popcorn and settle in for “A Night at the Movies!” with HHA! Watch Girl, Interrupted on October 20th at the We...
10/10/2026

Grab your popcorn and settle in for “A Night at the Movies!” with HHA! Watch Girl, Interrupted on October 20th at the West Shore Theater and participate in a live auction for one mystery item from the film.

For more information about tickets to this event, please visit: https://historicharrisburg.org/events/

120 years ago today, thousands gathered for the dedication of the new Pennsylvania State Capitol building. The headlinin...
10/04/2026

120 years ago today, thousands gathered for the dedication of the new Pennsylvania State Capitol building. The headlining speaker was President Theodore Roosevelt, who famously proclaimed that the new building was “the handsomest state capitol I have ever seen.”

“A Night at the Movies!” is only a month away! Join Historic Harrisburg on October 20th for a screening of Girl, Interru...
09/26/2026

“A Night at the Movies!” is only a month away! Join Historic Harrisburg on October 20th for a screening of Girl, Interrupted and a live auction of one mystery film prop.

For more information about tickets to this event, please visit: https://historicharrisburg.org/events/

As today is internationally recognized as Zero Emissions Day, we share with you two timely photographs of a less-than-fa...
09/21/2026

As today is internationally recognized as Zero Emissions Day, we share with you two timely photographs of a less-than-favorable Harrisburg skyline taken by the J. Horace McFarland Company, owned by the eponymous American Civic Association president and "City Beautiful" proponent. Both photos look into the city from Crescent and Mulberry Streets, and are simply labeled "smoke nuisance."

While there have been many efforts to improve Harrisburg's air quality and reduce pollution over the years, we still have a long way to go. The American Lung Association's 2025 "State of the Air" report ranked the Harrisburg-York-Lebanon, PA metro area 79th most polluted in the nation for ozone (smog) pollution, earning Dauphin County a "D" grade. The Lung Association encourages Pennsylvania policymakers "to take action to improve our air quality," and for all citizens to support the nationwide work of the EPA.

09/18/2026

🎨 Meet the Artist: Bryan “King Prolifik” Hickman

Currently on display in the Dr. David Bronstein Gallery at the Historic Harrisburg Resource Center is a striking collection of works by Harrisburg artist Bryan “King Prolifik” Hickman.

Known for his bold use of color, portraiture, pattern, and African-inspired imagery, Hickman’s work explores culture, identity, and the Black experience. His creativity can also be seen throughout Harrisburg, including his “Raffia” mural on James Street and his contributions to the Mulberry Street Bridge mural project.

Beyond Harrisburg, Hickman was commissioned in 2023 through the Harlem Fine Arts Show and JetBlue to create a mural honoring pioneering aviator Bessie Coleman.

We’re proud to showcase the work of an artist helping shape Harrisburg’s contemporary creative landscape. Stop by the Resource Center to experience the collection in person!

📍 1230 N. Third Street, Harrisburg
🎨 Dr. David Bronstein Gallery
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With just under three months to go until the 53rd Annual Candlelight House Tour, the Historic Harrisburg Association is ...
09/14/2026

With just under three months to go until the 53rd Annual Candlelight House Tour, the Historic Harrisburg Association is pleased to welcome as the Presenting Sponsor of the 53rd Annual Candlelight House Tour, taking place Sunday, December 13, 2026, from 1- 6 PM.

The partnership brings together two organizations committed to preserving historic places and sharing the stories that give them meaning. In addition to its support as Presenting Sponsor, 76UNBOXED will serve as the tour’s exclusive digital experience provider.

76UNBOXED will complement the guidebook by offering guests another way to discover additional property history, photographs, and stories before, during, or after the tour. Together, the two experiences allow the guidebook to continue leading visitors through Candlelight while the digital companion provides more room for the stories behind its historic properties.

Developed by JMA Resources, Inc., 76UNBOXED is a living digital archive where property owners, residents, organizations, and community members can work together to discover, document, and preserve the stories of homes and historic places.

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1230 N 3rd Street
Harrisburg, PA
17102

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

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+17172334646

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