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 Camp Hill artist Julie Riker as she discusses her process of painting at various sites along the river, including Fort Hunter. To receive the link to attend the lecture, please register for this free virtual program here or using the link below. A meeting link will […]
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 the Friends of Fort Hunter and Amy Huck for a discussion of Ikebana, the Japanese art of flower arranging. Topics covered will include an overview and history of Ikebana, the mission of The Ikebana International organization, the purpose of The Ikebana International #18 Harrisburg, and much more. *For those that are interested in this […]
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 […]
Interested in learning how to handle back and hip pain so you can stay active? Did you know that lower back pain is the leading cause of disability globally? That number is expected to rise with population expansion and aging. A free Park Rx wellness program sponsored by Highmark Blue Shield. Join us for this […]
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 […]