Exhibitions
A series of digital exhibits designed to let you explore the social history of Harrisburg.
Harrisburg Historical
Launched in February 2025, Harrisburg Historical is a website and mobile app for exploring the histories of Pennsylvania’s Capital Region. Built on Curatescape, a digital platform created by Cleveland State University’s Center for Public History + Digital Humanities, Harrisburg Historical offers users an innovative way to engage with local history through interactive maps, carefully researched stories, and rich multimedia content.…
Sister Mary Clare Grace and the St. Clare Infirmary
Public History junior Hannah Boes’ most recent Harrisburg Historical article explores the history of the Catholic community in Harrisburg’s Old Eighth Ward. It spotlights the story of Sister Mary Clare Grace, founder of the Harrisburg Sisters of Mercy, and the Sisters’ efforts to care for those in need throughout Harrisburg. Here’s the lede to the…
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