The New Oxford Area Historical Society (NOAHS) will be presenting its final program in celebration of this year’s 150th Anniversary of the establishment of the Borough of New Oxford. The evening’s program will feature a presentation entitled A Very Precious Gift –History of New Oxford’s Center Square by NOAHS President Mike Schen. The program is held in partnership with Cross Keys Village (CKV) and New Oxford Borough’s 150th Anniversary celebration.

In August of 1874, community leaders, businessmen and New Oxford town members moved forward with the establishment of the Borough of New Oxford and set upon themselves efforts to improve the community and set the stage for overall growth and prosperity. Those actions led to many of the community attributes we see even to this day. One of those actions was transforming an open, dusty, dirty cross-roads into a treed, park-like center square similar to what we see today. How this came to be and the evolution of New Oxford’s Center Square provides and interesting example of how our community grew.

The program will be held in the CKV Theater, located within the Harmony Ridge Community Center, located on Harmony Drive, New Oxford, PA and is free of charge and open to residents of CKV, NOAHS members and the general public. Persons wishing to attend should pre-register by Sunday, Oct. 27th to ensure seating. Cross Keys Village residents can pre-register using the Cross Key’s “Uniguest” app or by signing up at the Harmony Ridge Lobby. NOAHS members and members of the general public should pre-register by phone at (717) 842-6624 or by email at NOAHS17350@gmail.com. Please provide your name and the number in your party.

2024 marks New Oxford’s 150th year as a borough! The 150th Birthday will be celebrated during the 17th Annual Harvest Day Festival featuring a parade, craft show, food and fun activities for the kids.

An archival history and heritage exhibit will be on display during the Harvest Day Festival and New Oxford 150th Birthday Celebration.

Location: Center Square & Peters Street Borough Building, New Oxford.

Get Schooled Like a 150th Pro with Local Trivia, Led by April Majka

Thursday September 19th 6:30 pm

Location: New Oxford Adams County Library, N. Peters St., New Oxford.

Wednesday, August 21st, join us for an early evening cemetery walking tour that will highlight those New Oxford residents who led the charge for the village of New Oxford to become a Borough in 1874 and the growth that followed. The evening tour will present a profile of the New Oxford area community in the growth years following the conclusion of the Civil War, which set the stage for its town residents and businessmen to become a self-governing Borough. It was these circumstances and individuals that gave rise to many of the historic landmarks that now dot the New Oxford community landscape. This tour is FREE of charge and open to all. In the event of inclement weather, notice will be posted on this website.

Location: New Oxford Cemetery, 4971 York Rd, New Oxford, PA

Just West of the Borough on US 30

PARKING: Designated parking will be available on-site as well as along US 30 and, if necessary, within the adjoining lot of Amigs Auto Sales, on US 30. Those wishing to park within the cemetery should enter using the WEST ENTRANCE ONLY, adjacent to the caretaker’s residence. Traffic signs and volunteers will be on-hand to assist. Persons attending are advised that walking across paved and uneven grassy areas will be involved. Proper footwear should be worn and proper walking aids used, if necessary. The tour will commence near the cemetery entrance and will cover approx. 820 ft of walking beginning-to-end (excluding the distance to and from one’s vehicle).

This year marks the 150th Anniversary of the incorporation of the Borough of New Oxford. Join Adams County historian, Timothy H. Smith, as he details the rich history of the town and its early citizens from its origins in 1792 to its establishment as a borough in 1874, four score and two years later.

Location: Adams County Historical Society, 625 Biglerville Road, Gettysburg

Remembering New Oxford’s Own 1974 Centennial Celebration. A SPECIAL EDITION Afternoon History Series sponsored by NOAHS and Cross Keys Village.

Location: Cross Keys Village

July 4th, 1826 - Fifty Years Later. An Afternoon History Series SPECIAL EDITION - at Cross Keys Village (CKV). Presented by Dr. Robert (Bob) Wilson, Sponsored by NOAHS & Cross Keys Village.

Location: Cross Keys Village, CKV Theater