Historical Societies of Cumberland County


The Cumberland County Historical Society is the county’s recognized historical society. However, there are many community historical societies and museums, as well. To learn more about them, click on their name.


Cumberland County, PA map with Townships

Cumberland County Map with Townships

Photo credit: USGW

Mechanicsburg Museum

Cumberland Valley Railroad Museum

CVRM collaborates with the Cumberland Valley Rail Trail.


Shiremanstown Historical Society

West Shore Historical Society

WSHS covers the history of Wormleysburg Lemoyne, Boros and Lower Allen and Hampden Townships and Fairview Township, York County.



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