Co-sponsored by the Harrisburg Area Civic Garden Center, six themed Christmas trees are beautifully decorated with handmade ornaments and trimmed by local garden clubs. The trees will be raffled off at the end of the exhibition. Open Saturdays and Sundays only - 12:30 – 4:30 November 30 – December 22 Free
Co-sponsored by the Harrisburg Area Civic Garden Center, six themed Christmas trees are beautifully decorated with handmade ornaments and trimmed by local garden clubs. The trees will be raffled off at the end of the exhibition. Open Saturdays and Sundays only - 12:30 – 4:30 November 30 – December 22 Free
All aboard! The magical HO gauge model trains start rolling November 29– December 21 every Saturday and Sunday from 12:30 – 4:30. Presented by the Keystone Model Railroad Historical Society. Lots of interactive elements and the walk-around setup make this a must-see attraction for the whole family! Old and new trains will be displayed each week […]
Co-sponsored by the Harrisburg Area Civic Garden Center, six themed Christmas trees are beautifully decorated with handmade ornaments and trimmed by local garden clubs. The trees will be raffled off at the end of the exhibition. Open Saturdays and Sundays only - 12:30 – 4:30 November 30 – December 22 Free
Catch the holiday spirit as you enjoy a guided tour of Fort Hunter Mansion decorated with fresh greens and fruits, dried materials and fresh flowers. Many thanks to the Civic Committee of the Garden Club of Harrisburg for their inspired decorating creations. The lives of the families that lived at Fort Hunter are highlighted on […]
Come "Shop Local, Gift Unique" - buy Local from the best of Central Pennsylvania’s artisans. Handcrafted, affordable pottery, jewelry, woodcraft, glass, fine art, ornaments, and more are offered for sale by local artisans. Disclaimer: The Craft Reunion had a wonderful 25+ year run at Fort Hunter Park. A huge thank you goes out to Pam […]
During the first 3 weekends in December, kids aged 12 and under can shop for family and friends in our Kids Only Holiday Shop with the help of Fort Hunter elves. Staff and volunteers will assist kids in picking out tasteful and unique items from the Museum Shop at Fort Hunter. Grownups provide money and […]
Adorned in the holiday spirit, view dress forms decorated like a Christmas trees. Displayed in the Stone Stable, these festive wonders are created by volunteers, Friends of Fort Hunter, and local businesses. Wearing fresh greens, natural and imaginative materials, these dress forms are some of the most unique holiday creations in the area. You do […]
**The 2025 Victorian Tea is SOLD OUT** Sample sweet and savory treats as you sip cups of spiced tea and enjoy the Mansion adorned for the holidays with fresh greens and natural trimmings. Guests begin their visit with a self-guided tour of the holiday decorations by the Civic Committee of the Harrisburg Garden Club […]
Stop by the summer kitchen at Fort Hunter’s Tavern House to see what’s cooking. Guests are invited to stop in and ask questions as guest cook, Audrey Trussell, prepares holiday treats (called receipts) from the 1800s over an open fire. Contact Name: Jessica Webster Contact Phone: 717-599-5365 Contact Email: jwebster@dauphincounty.gov
Join us in the Mansion Summer Kitchen from 12:30 – 4:30 to learn about clear toy candy, see the molds, and meet the makers. One of the great traditions of Christmas in the 1800s was receiving a piece of three-dimensional clear toy candy. A selection of clear toy candy will be available for purchase. Admission to the […]
Enjoy a 45-minute tour of the Historic Fort Hunter Mansion as the halls are decked and the mantles trimmed for the holiday season. After, make a holiday craft, enjoy some snacks, and partake in some festive activities led by our education staff. 10am-12pm and 1pm-3pm $8 per […]
The St. Thomas Dulcimer Society is returning to the Fort Hunter Centennial Barn on Wednesday, December 10th for their annual holiday concert! The Concert begins at 6:30 PM. Doors open at 6:00 PM. Seats are first-come, first-served. Admission is FREE Contact Name: Jessica Webster Contact Phone: 717-599-5188, ext. 2116 Contact Email: jwebster@dauphincounty.gov
**INTEREST LIST IS CURRENTLY FULL!! Any new interest will be added to a wait list** Make plans to tour the White House while decorated for the holidays. This one-day event is in the works pending confirmation of ticket availability. If interested in this trip, please e-mail Fort Hunter Park Manager Jessica Webster at […]
Experience the Fort Hunter Mansion by candlelight this December and see the halls decked for the holidays and hear what traditions were celebrated in years past. 4:30, 5:30, and 6:30pm BUY TICKETS NOW Contact Name: Katie Sciamanna Contact Phone: 717-780-6941 Contact Email: ksciamanna@dauphincounty.gov
Visit and take photographs with one of Santa’s reindeer and Mrs. Santa. Refreshments available by donation. Many thanks to Marilyn and Don Koones for underwriting this event. The line for the reindeer closes at 2:15 pm. Please note: this is the ONLY day the reindeer will be visiting Fort Hunter this holiday season. Contact Name: […]
Experience the Fort Hunter Mansion by candlelight this December and see the halls decked for the holidays and hear what traditions were celebrated in years past. 4:30, 5:30, and 6:30pm BUY TICKETS NOW Contact Name: Katie Sciamanna Contact Phone: 717-780-6941 Contact Email: ksciamanna@dauphincounty.gov
Enjoy a free concert of Christmas music. Join the Mechanicsburg area brass group as they play familiar holiday tunes and Christmas songs in an informal concert setting. Many thanks to Rich and Barb Leitzel for underwriting this concert. Admission is FREE! Contact Name: Jessica Webster Contact Phone: 717-599-5188, ext. 2116 Contact Email: jwebster@dauphincounty.gov