Thank you for your interest in scheduling a Guided Field Trip.
Registration for summer (July and August) will be processed on a rolling basis.
Registration for fall (September – November) will be processed starting August 3, 2026.
Fort Hunter Mansion and Park is situated along the Susquehanna River, just 6 miles north of Harrisburg. The park is home to Fort Hunter Mansion, along with many other historic buildings both original to the property as well as some moved to the park from surrounding areas. Field trips cover a variety of history related topics with a focus on the people that lived at Fort Hunter over the past few centuries.
Thank you for considering Fort Hunter Mansion and Park as the destination for your school or organization’s field trip! To initiate the process, kindly complete the form provided below, providing up to three dates from our availability calendar that work for your group. Please be aware that field trip reservations are granted on a first-come, first-served basis. Field trips are not confirmed until you receive an invoice from a member of the Fort Hunter Education Team.
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What is a typical schedule for field trips?
Full-day field trips can be scheduled for 10am to 2pm.
Half-day field trips can be scheduled to occur between 10am and 2pm.
Full-day sample schedule:
9:45 am Arrive at Park
10:00 am Program 1
10:45 am Program 2
11:30 am Lunch Break
12:30 pm Program 3
1:15 pm Program 4
2:00 pm Depart from Park
Where can we eat lunch?
For groups scheduling a full-day field trip, a pavilion will be provided for lunch at no additional cost if one is available at the time of booking.
*Please note: due to construction, the East Pavilion (near the Centennial Barn) will not be available for 2026 field trips.
What should students bring for a guided field trip?
Students are encouraged to leave any unnecessary items at school or home. Students may not have backpacks, water bottles, etc. with them during the Mansion Tour.
Where do we go when we get to the park?
All guided field trips (except for those visiting the mansion only) will begin their day at the Fort Hunter Centennial Barn on the East side of the park. For groups only visiting the mansion, drop-off can take place at the bus pull-off located on N. Front St.
Can we purchase lunch at the park?
There are no concessions/food available at the park. All visitors are asked to bring their own food and beverages to the park. Water bottles may be purchased in the Mansion Shop when available.
What do we do with our packed lunches?
A staff member will meet you at your vehicle to provide instructions regarding packed lunches.
Where are restrooms located at the park?
There are public restrooms on each side of the park near the East and West Pavilions. For guided field trip groups, restrooms will also be available in the Centennial Barn during your visit.
*Please note: due to construction, the East Pavilion restrooms (near the Centennial Barn) will not be available for 2026 field trips.
When do we need to arrive at the park?
Please arrive at the park 10-15 minutes prior to your groups scheduled start time to allow for unloading of vehicles, visiting the restroom, etc. Your anticipated arrival time will be noted on your personal schedule sent prior to your arrival.
What happens if we arrive late for our field trip?
Our staff will do their best to accommodate your group as they are able. In most instances, lunch will be shortened to accommodate schedule changes.
Can we schedule a field trip for December?
All groups that schedule in December may visit for a mansion tour ONLY. Due to other events happening around the park throughout the month, we have no available classroom space for educational programs other than mansion tours.