Benjamin Neely
President & CEO, York County History Center
Benjamin Neely is a museum leader and public historian with extensive experience in cultural institutions across central Pennsylvania. He became president and CEO of the York County History Center in July 2025 after serving six years as chief executive officer of the Berks County History Center in Reading. Before that, Ben spent 14 years with the Adams County Historical Society (Gettysburg History)—seven of them as chief executive officer—overseeing major initiatives to preserve and share local history. His expertise spans collections management, educational programming, and community engagement, with a focus on making history accessible and relevant to diverse audiences.