Williams, BlairVarner, LindsayCurtis, CaraFounded in 1874, the Cumberland County Historical Society (CCHS) was not inclusive within the local community. CCHS discriminated against People of Color, the LGBTQIA community, and lower income groups. These policies were not expressed in writing; they were implicit and impact the institution’s current collections scope. CCHS is working with residents and local organizations to recognize the exclusive standards of the past and build a more inclusive narrative. Speakers will discuss how confronting difficult topics in the community and within the institution, including utilizing a Pennsylvania Humanities program called “Community Heart & Soul,” will inform outreach efforts by asking what matters most and cultivating connections to communities underrepresented in the collections.en-USPresentation