Catch the holiday spirit as you enjoy a guided tour of Fort Hunter Mansion decorated with fresh greens and fruits, dried materials and fresh flowers. Many thanks to the Civic Committee of the Garden Club of Harrisburg for their inspired decorating creations. The lives of the families that lived at Fort Hunter are highlighted on […]
Co-sponsored by the, Harrisburg Area Civic Garden Center six themed Christmas trees are exhibited for viewing. Beautifully decorated with handmade ornaments and trimmed by local garden clubs the trees are available for raffle. A selection of handmade ornaments will be available for purchase. Open Saturdays and Sundays only - 12:30 – 4:30 November 25 – […]
All aboard! The magical HO gauge model trains start rolling November 25 – December 17 every 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 […]
Join the Friends of Fort Hunter and Fort Hunter Park History Educator Katie Sciamanna as we explore the history of food in central PA. We'll discuss how certain foods arrived in our region, how they were used, and other food-related topics. This event is free to the public. To receive a link to the program, […]
For about six weeks nature cooks up its own sweet delights within sugar maple trees as the sap begins to flow, ready to be tapped for making sugar and syrup. The weather needs a combination of below freezing temperatures at night and above freezing temperatures during the day that causes the maple sap to flow. […]
This one-hour course will go over the basics of meditation and have some short, simple meditations to practice. These will be meditations you can easily use, whatever your belief system is. Let your new year be better than ever before! You must be at least 12 years of age or older to attend this program. […]
Join Plantscapes By Design at Fort Hunter Park for an evening of planting fun! Participants will create a calming zen succulent garden planter! All materials are provide along with tips/tricks on caring for your arrangement. Materials include: rooted succulent, succulent cuttings, soil, sand, marbles, sand stamper, miniature wooden bench, mini zen garden rake, mini succulent glazed ceramic planter pot, sand stamp for mini zen […]
Learn the basics of backpacking before heading into the backcountry to discover new places. Whether you are a seasoned hiker who wants to extend your hikes across multiple days, or if you are new to the outdoors, this presentation will give you the essential information you need to put together a great plan. From trip […]
Join a Naturalist for a leisurely walk around Fort Hunter Park & Mansion. Learn one method for aging a live tree and some historical facts about these large giants. Space is limited. Meet on the lawn in front of the Mansion. This program is part of the Park Rx series of programs sponsored by Highmark […]
This one-hour course will go over the basics of meditation and have some short, simple meditations to practice. These will be meditations you can easily use, whatever your belief system is. Participants should be age 12 and older. Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Let your new year […]
Stop by the summer kitchen at Fort Hunter’s Tavern House to see what’s cooking. Guests are invited to stop in and ask questions as we prepare a hearty luncheon over the open hearth. This is an informal meet-and-greet style program so registration is not required. Contact Name: Katie Sciamanna Contact Phone: 717-780-6941 Contact Email: […]
Local artist Amanda Rife of Mosaic Montage will be leading a crafting session in the Historic Centennial Barn. Each participant will design their own modern mosaic artwork inspired by Dutch hex signs commonly seen on barns throughout the region. Participants don’t have to worry about grouting their projects- the instructor will take the projects with […]