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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, PAJoin 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
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Interactive Children’s Tour
Fort Hunter Mansion 5300 North Front Street, Harrisburg, PADuring 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, […]
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Stories on the Stairs: We Are the Water Protectors”
Fort Hunter Mansion 5300 North Front Street, Harrisburg, PAJoin 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: […]
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Stories on the Stairs: “Three Sisters Garden”
Fort Hunter Mansion 5300 North Front Street, Harrisburg, PAJoin us on the front stairs of Fort Hunter Mansion as we read “Three Sisters Garden” written by Sandy Baker. After the story, we will discuss Native American gardening practices and learn how to make our own three sisters garden. Pre-registration is required. $5 per child. REGISTER NOW Contact Name: Kelly VanDerpoel Contact Phone: 717-599-5751 […]
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Stories on the Stairs: “Rainbow Crow”
Fort Hunter Mansion 5300 North Front Street, Harrisburg, PAJoin us on the front stairs of Fort Hunter Mansion as we read “Rainbow Crow” written by Nancy Van Laan. After the story, we will learn all about birds, where they live, and what makes them special. Pre-registration is required. $5 per child. **Please note that this program is exclusively for children and their accompanying […]
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Monarch Tagging
Heckton Church 5300 N. Front Street, Harrisburg, PA, United StatesJoin a Naturalist near Heckton Church along the River for an afternoon of Monarch Tagging. Learn about Monarch Watch and Project Monarch Health, annual community science efforts to help track Monarch Butterfly migrations and population trends. Try your luck with a butterfly net and get a chance to tag a butterfly with a unique round sticker. Program is […]
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Hit the Road Educational Tours: Presidential Homes
Fort Hunter Park 100 Fort Hunter Road, Harrisburg, PA, United StatesJoin the Friends of Fort Hunter on a two-day bus trip of four presidents' homes in the scenic countryside of Virginia. A highlight of the trip is the energetic narration provided by Dr. Donald Koones. On this tour you will explore the homes of Washington, Madison, Jefferson & Monroe! Trip Includes: October 5: Mount Vernon […]
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Interactive Children’s Program: Native Americans along the Susquehanna River
Fort Hunter Mansion 5300 North Front Street, Harrisburg, PAExplore a wigwam, listen to stories, practice hunting, and do so much more at this family-friendly educational program. This special program is designed for adults and children to participate together as they work, play, and learn about the Native Americans that called this region home for centuries. Part of the program will take place outside, […]
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Hearth Cooking Demonstration
Tavern House Summer Kitchen 100 Fort Hunter Rd, Harrisburg, PA, United StatesStop by the Tavern House Summer Kitchen to see how popcorn was made prior to the invention of the popcorn popper in the late 1800’s. This is an informal, meet-and-greet style demonstration; there is no registration and admission is free. Contact Name: Katie Sciamanna Contact Phone: 717-780-6941 Contact Email: ksciamanna@dauphincounty.gov
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Persimmon Walk
Fort Hunter Park 100 Fort Hunter Road, Harrisburg, PA, United StatesFall fruits are not just a favorite of squirrels and chipmunks! There are a few humans can enjoy as well. Take a walk with a Naturalist along the Towpath Trail to view and taste these curious fall fruits known as persimmons. Meet in front of the Mansion. This program is part of the Park Rx […]
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National Take a Hike Day
Fort Hunter ConservancyIt’s National Take a Hike Day, get outdoors for some fresh air, scenery and exercise at Fort Hunter Conservancy. Join Executive Director Brook Lenker of Keystone Trails Association for a strenuous, mountain hike ending with a picturesque view of the Susquehanna River. Four-legged, leashed friends are welcome too. This program is part of the Park […]
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