All that glitters is not gold, or is it? Extending from the 1870’s to 1900, between the Civil War and the turn of the Twentieth Century, the American Gilded Age was a time of rapid economic and industrial growth in the United States and a time of serious poverty and social problems as well. Glittering on the surface but corrupt underneath.
All aboard! The magical HO gauge model trains start rolling November 26 – December 18every Saturday and Sunday from 12:30 – 4:30. Presented by the Keystone Model Railroad Historical Society. Lots of interactive elements and the walk-around setup make this a must-see attraction for the whole family! Old and new trains will be displayed each […]
Enjoy a free concert of Christmas music. Join the 8 member, Mechanicsburg area brass group as they play familiar holiday tunes and Christmas songs in an informal concert setting. Many thanks to Rich and Barb Leitzel for underwriting this concert.
Ever wonder what exactly a “bluff” is? Why was Fort Hunter located where it was? Join the Friends of Fort Hunter and Dr. Sean Cornell to explore the Fort Hunter/Susquehanna region to address some questions about how these features may have formed geologically and what they may indicate about changes in climate in PA during […]
Spend the afternoon with your special someone, whether that’s your sweetheart, grandchild, or an old friend. Enjoy a hearty cup of tea and some sweet treats before making a craft for someone in the community that needs a little love this Valentine’s Day. The craft will include 2 parts: a themed card to someone in […]
Kaleidoscopes, whirligigs, and tiddlywinks, oh my! Break out of the winter doldrums with a day of play. Participate in indoor games and toys from the Colonial and Civil War eras, some of which are familiar and some may need some instruction. No worries, friendly staff will be on hand to demonstrate, so come on out […]
Join the Friends of Fort Hunter to learn about the history of women in beer and beer making during Women's History Month. Hannah Ison of Harrisburg's ZeroDay Brewing will discuss the role of women as primary brewers in a field thought of as a traditionally male dominated field. Today, women are chemists, home and craft […]
Mr. McAllister loved snakes and refused to let any be harmed on his property. In honor of his birthday and his love for reptiles, Forgotten Friend Reptile Sanctuary will bring some of their scaly friends for a visit. But what’s a party without dessert?! After the reptile show, all party guests will have the opportunity […]
The American Red Cross has been around for over 140 years and with the Johnstown flood, Pennsylvania became a part of that early story. Join Susan Watson as she provides and overview of Red Cross history and the organization’s work in Pennsylvania, emphasizing Harrisburg, with topics including disaster response, early first aid, water safety, service […]
“Reduce, Reuse, Recycle” has been known as the 3 R’s for a long time, but did you know there are actually many more R’s, including “Repurpose?” Join Fort Hunter this Earth Day to repurpose metal cans as lanterns using similar methods to those used in the 1800’s when tin punching was popular. This program is […]
Join a naturalist for a leisurely walk around Fort Hunter Park. Learn one method for aging a tree and some historical facts about these living giants. Space is limited. Meet on the front lawn of the Mansion. This walk is free but pre-registration is required. Click here to register.
Pop into the Mansion summer kitchen for a live, in-person demonstration. Each month explore a different skill or chore whether it’s drying fresh herbs from the garden, hand-washing laundry, or preserving food for the winter. Visit the summer kitchen on a guided tour or by itself. Demonstrations will also happen on Sunday June 25 and […]
