During our Homeschool Days, students will discover the rich history of Fort Hunter in a series of 40-minute programs taking them throughout the park. This season’s programs include Story of the Susquehannock, Native American Games, Student Mansion Tour, and Uncovering History. BUY TICKETS NOW Contact Name: Katie Sciamanna Contact Phone: 717-780-9641 Contact Email: fheducation@dauphincounty.gov
Join us after hours for a tour of the historic Fort Hunter Mansion as we explore taboo topics from mourning etiquette to hair jewelry. This is not intended to be a scary or haunted tour of the Mansion, but rather an opportunity to dig up the history of customs and practices that have since been […]
Cemetery Combo Tour Sunday, October 19, 2025 1:00 pm Fort Hunter Mansion $15 per attendee Visitors will begin their visit at Fort Hunter Mansion to learn about the McAllister family that first lived in the historic home. After a brief intermission, guests will then take a 40-minute round-trip walk to the […]
Join a Naturalist for an afternoon hike at Fort Hunter Conservancy. Our adventure at this lesser-known park will include a look at plants, trees and whatever other interesting things we can find! Please bring water, a snack and proper footwear as the last section of the trail is very steep and has a lot of […]
** Due to Lack of Interest, the Hit The Road Educational Tours: Sagamore Hill and Oheka Castle Hotel & Estate bus trip has been cancelled. Refunds will be issued to those already registered** Join the Friends of Fort Hunter on a bus trip curated by Dr. Donald Koones to Sagamore Hill. the home of […]
Join us for a Walk with a Doc on the Greenbelt Connector starting at Fort Hunter Park. The walk will be approximately 2 miles in length, but it is a well-marked path and you can choose to do as much or as little as you would like. The pathway is paved and wheelchair accessible. Meet Up […]
Have you ever wondered how historic sites learn about their own history? Have you ever wondered what kinds of things are kept in museum archives? Join a Fort Hunter history educator at the Fort Hunter Centennial Barn to learn about the mansion through a unique lens as we study items from the park’s archives. This […]
During this interactive tour designed for children and families, learn what life was like for the families that lived in the Fort Hunter Mansion from the late 1700s to the early 1900s. You will walk through the mansion’s rooms and learn about their different uses, learn about objects of their everyday life, and do some […]
Join us in this fun class to make a fused glass ornament workshop! This is an introduction to glass fusing workshop. In this 2-hour workshop, you will assemble pre-cut pieces to design two festive ornaments – one sweater and one tree. You can choose your pieces and design to make this uniquely yours. The ornaments will […]
'Tis the season to make a Christmas tree mosaic! Learn to make a beautiful 10" tall Christmas tree mosaic in this workshop hosted by Amanda from Mosaic Montage. This is a beginner-level workshop, no prior experience is needed. During the class, you will get to pick from multiple shades of machine-tumbled stained glass to create […]
The Friends of Fort Hunter Invite You to a Lecture on the Fort Hunter African American Cemetery, presented as part of their annual meeting! Join Dr. Steven Burg, professor of history at Shippensburg University, at the Fort Hunter Park Centennial Barn on Wednesday, November 19, at 6:30 p.m. for an informative talk about the […]
** Due to Low Registration this Trip has been Cancelled** Join the Friends of Fort Hunter on a visit to Bucks County Playhouse to see ELF: The Musical and enjoy dinner at the Cock and Bull Restaurant in Peddler's Village! $183 members/$208 non-members Included in the ticket price: Transportation, admission, and snacks! Tickets […]