New for Spring 2026, we will offer half-day programming. Each of our homeschool days this spring will have a morning and afternoon session covering the same material, so choose which time works best for your family’s schedule. Each session will run for approximately 90 minutes. For our April 14th programming, students will first learn about […]
Visit the summer kitchen at the Tavern House and step back in time to learn skills and trades of generations past. Members of the Fort hunter education team will be available to answer questions. April 25 - Traditional Net Tying May 17 - Herb Drying for Home Use All programs will take place in the […]
Create your own custom gnome! During the class, participants will be able to choose their hat, body material, and the type of beard. This session includes instruction with Chris Pettman and all materials. Earth Gnomes are soft bodied and approximately 12-15 inches tall. Participants are encouraged to bring other items they may want to use […]
Join us at Garden Faire as we kick off the museum and festival season at Fort Hunter Mansion and Park. Browse through the plant sale & craft show and enjoy displays, relax over tasty food at the Cafe, and take in the art show and sale. Garden chats and children's activities are offered, […]
May 6, 2026 6:00 - 7:30PM Fort Hunter – West Pavilion $47 per participant, includes all materials Buy Tickets Join Plantscapes by Design at Fort Hunter Park for an evening of household planter fun! Enjoy a calming, hands‑on terrarium workshop that blends creativity, nature, and well‑being. This session offers a meaningful way to unwind, connect, […]
Saturday, May 9, 2026 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Fort Hunter Barn – Room 1 Free / $10 if participant wants certification This free certification course is a great way for the first-time boater or […]
Visit the summer kitchen at the Tavern House and step back in time to learn skills and trades of generations past. Members of the Fort hunter education team will be available to answer questions. May 17 - Herb Drying for Home Use All programs will take place in the Tavern House Summer Kitchen located at […]
Enjoy a delightful afternoon luncheon tea, along with an illustrated talk, and a tour of the Fort Hunter Mansion. The afternoon begins with the presentation “Margaret Mitchell: The Source of an Immortal Novel and Blockbuster Movie” by Dr. Donald Koones. Learn about the author of the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel Gone With the Wind and the […]
Come visit the Fort Hunter Mansion and join us for a social! Whether its knitting, crochet, embroidery, etc. bring your projects to work on. Fiber artists of all levels are welcome. Sit in our historic sitting room and enjoy socializing as you work on your projects. The event will take place in the Fort […]
Tuesday, June 2, 2026 | 5:45 – 6:45 PM | Fort Hunter Park (West Lawn) | $7 per participant Join instructor Erika Malorzo from CommUNITY Yoga Space for a fun mindfulness program on the beautiful grounds of Fort Hunter Park. Let EVERYTHING Go! – Find what feels good to you with mindful movement. In this class, you will breathe, stretch, and gently move in and out […]
Dauphin County Parks & Recreation is excited to offer a summer of fun events for the whole family with our Sunset Music & Movie Series! Each week will highlight local performing arts organizations or an outdoor movie every Friday night from June – August. Pack a picnic basket (or purchase from our food concessions), bring […]
Dauphin County Parks & Recreation is excited to offer a summer of fun events for the whole family with our Sunset Music & Movie Series! Each week will highlight local performing arts organizations or an outdoor movie every Friday night from June – August. Pack a picnic basket (or purchase from our food concessions), bring […]