During this 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. Throughout this tour, you will walk through the mansion’s rooms and learn about their different uses, see pictures of the people and animals that […]
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 May 21, June […]
Farm-to-River VI marries the fresh flavors of Central PA's farm-raised food with the rustic fare of Italy! Gather during a delightful, late August evening on the picturesque lawn of Fort Hunter Mansion, enjoy scenic river views and live music from the Joe Cooney Duo. Patrons will be hosted prior to dinner at 4:30 pm, dinner […]
Dauphin County Parks & Recreation is excited to offer a summer of fun events for the whole family with our Sunset Music & Movie Series! This 13-week series will highlight local performing arts organizations and a summer movie series. Pack a picnic basket (or purchase from our food concessions), bring your blankets and your lawn […]
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 May 21, June […]
During this 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. Throughout this tour, you will walk through the mansion’s rooms and learn about their different uses, see pictures of the people and animals that […]
Join Dauphin County Parks and Recreation for the 16th Annual Dauphin County Jazz & Wine Festival at beautiful Fort Hunter Park as we welcome 6 national bands, wine tasting by PA wineries & more! Browse among a gathering of Central Pennsylvania's top wineries, craft, and food vendors. Bring your lawn chairs and picnic baskets. Outside […]
Join a Naturalist to walk the Greenbelt Connector from Fort Hunter to Wildwood Park. Plan to park along the river at Fort Hunter and meet at Heckton Church. The walk will proceed along the river past several historical and natural sites, concluding at Wildwood Park. Here participants can choose to navigate back to Fort Hunter […]
Interested in learning how to improve your balance and help to decrease your risk of falling? Did you know that 1 in 4 adults over the age of 65 fall each year and that number is on the rise? Falls are the leading cause of fatal and nonfatal injuries among persons aged 65 and older. […]
In this virtual lecture we will learn about the many steps it takes to go from the idea for a museum display, through the research phase, and ending with the final product when it comes to the world of hair. Our speaker, Ashley Leitzel-Reichenbach, IATSE Hairstylist from NYC, has shared her talents in several exhibits […]
During this 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. Throughout this tour, you will walk through the mansion’s rooms and learn about their different uses, see pictures of the people and animals that […]
Join Plantscapes By Design at Fort Hunter Park for an evening of planting fun! Participants will create a whimsical succulent fairy garden planter to enjoy indoors over the cooler months ahead. It also makes a nice gift for the upcoming holiday season! The ladies at Plantscapes will provide all the materials and tips/tricks on caring […]
