Programs & Events

Let EVERYTHING Go! Gentle Yoga

West Lawn 5300 N Front St., Harrisburg, PA, United States

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 of yoga postures.This class is held outdoors at Fort Hunter Park on the West Lawn area by […]

$6.00

Hit the Road Educational Tour: Udvar-Hazy Center and National Museum of the Marine Corps

Fort Hunter Park 100 Fort Hunter Road, Harrisburg, PA, United States

On the heels of the Academy Award Winning Movie Oppenheimer, join the Friends of Fort Hunter on a Bus trip to Virginia and Washington, D. C. to rediscover history! $140 for members, $155 Non-Members Included in the ticket price: Transportation, admission, and snacks! Lectures by Historian, Dr. Donald Koones! A visit to the Stephen F. […]

$140 – $155

Stories on the Stairs: “Now and Ben”

Fort Hunter Mansion 5300 North Front Street, Harrisburg, PA

Join us on the front stairs of Fort Hunter Mansion as we read “Now and Ben” written by Gene Barretta. After the story, we will make our version of one of Ben Franklin’s inventions. Pre-registration is required. $5 per child. REGISTER NOW Contact Name: Kelly VanDerpoel Contact Phone: 717-599-5751 Contact Email: kvanderpoel@dauphincounty.gov

$5.00

Let EVERYTHING Go! Gentle Yoga

West Lawn 5300 N Front St., Harrisburg, PA, United States

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 of yoga postures.This class is held outdoors at Fort Hunter Park on the West Lawn area by […]

$6.00

Sound Meditation

West Lawn 5300 N Front St., Harrisburg, PA, United States

Join Certified Sound Therapist, Matthew Kramer for a Community Sound Meditation. Sound Meditations encourage deep listening practices which can create an ideal entry point for a meditative experience, particularly for anyone who has struggled to embrace more traditional forms of meditation. In the class, we’ll then begin with some gentle breath work and vocalizing, followed […]

$8.00

Fort Hunter Mansion and McAllister Cemetery Combo Tour

Fort Hunter Mansion 5300 North Front Street, Harrisburg, PA

Enjoy a tour of the historic Fort Hunter Mansion followed by a stroll to the McAllister Family Cemetery. Join us at the Mansion at 1 p.m. to learn about the McAllister family and the beautiful building they called home. After a complimentary snack and comfort break, the group will take a 20-minute walk to the […]

$15.00

Stories on the Stairs: “Sewing Stories: Harriett Powers’ Journey from Slave to Artist”

Fort Hunter Mansion 5300 North Front Street, Harrisburg, PA

Join us on the front stairs of Fort Hunter Mansion as we read “Sewing Stories: Harriett Powers’ Journey from Slave to Artist” written by Barbara Herkert. After the story, we will learn a little bit about sewing and different stitches used, and even get to practice sewing. Pre-registration is required. $5 per child. REGISTER NOW […]

$5.00

Lunch on the West Lawn

West Lawn 5300 N Front St., Harrisburg, PA, United States

Join us on the West Lawn of Fort Hunter Mansion for a picnic in the park. Admission will include a picnic lunch and live entertainment while you enjoy the view overlooking the beautiful Susquehanna river. Two ticket options are available for purchase. "Lunch and Live Music": $18 This ticket option includes a boxed picnic lunch […]

$18.00 – $23.00

Dessert on the West lawn

West Lawn 5300 N Front St., Harrisburg, PA, United States

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Stories on the Stairs: “The Hike”

Fort Hunter Mansion 5300 North Front Street, Harrisburg, PA

  Join us on the front stairs of Fort Hunter Mansion as we read “The Hike” written by Allison Farrell. After the story, we will learn some hiking basics and take a short hike through the park. Pre-registration is required. $5 per child. REGISTER NOW  Contact Name: Kelly VanDerpoel Contact Phone: 717-599-5751 Contact Email: kvanderpoel@dauphincounty.gov

$5.00
Event Series Children’s Mansion Tour

Interactive Children’s Tour

Fort Hunter Mansion 5300 North Front Street, Harrisburg, PA

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, see pictures of the people and animals that lived there, […]

$5.00 – $8.00

Stories on the Stairs: We Are the Water Protectors”

Fort Hunter Mansion 5300 North Front Street, Harrisburg, PA

Join us on the front stairs of Fort Hunter Mansion as we read “We Are the Water Protectors” written by Carole Lindstrom. After the story, we will talk about the waterways in our park, how we can protect them, and even do some water experiments. Pre-registration is required. $5 per child. REGISTER NOW  Contact Name: […]

$5.00