The Northern York County Historical and Preservation Society (NYCHAPS) was formed in 1984 to promote and encourage the study, collection, and preservation of the historical and cultural heritage of the area within Pennsylvania’s Northern York County School District, halfway between Harrisburg and Gettysburg.

NYCHAPS hosts a wide variety of historical programs and cultural events throughout the year at our two properties, Dill’s Tavern and the Maple Shade Barn. We encourage all of our visitors to interact with our historical settings and artifacts.