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- 9/9/19 to 10/4/19
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Archaeology Excavation
Will this be the year that we find evidence of the original Fort? The search continues. Since 2006 the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission archaeologists have been looking for the remains of the 1750’s French and Indian War fort. Based on historical accounts and archaeological findings, the British supply fort is in the vicinity of the Fort Hunter Mansion.Work in 2019 will focus on the areas behind the Mansion where an earlier excavation revealed plentiful artifacts. Past discoveries have included a French and Indian War bake oven, a cannon ball, Reily pet dog skeletons and many artifacts from the Reily era. Although the Native American occupation of Fort Hunter dates as early as 9000 years ago, the most intensive occupation dates to between 2000 and 4000 years ago and findings include cooking hearths, early clay pottery, stone axes and stone spear points.
Open on weekdays only, except Fort Hunter Day, Sunday, September 15. Work is cancelled for rain. Free
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- 10/27/19
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Howl-O'Ween: Pets at Fort Hunter
Celebrate the household pet! Visit with locally famous Libre of SPERANZA, participate in a pet and owner costume contest at 2:30 p.m., view pet agility training with Dauphin Dog Training Club and Obedience Training with Mia Sumata throughout the afternoon. Enjoy Steppin’ Woofs dog dancing and sheep herding demonstrations, shop for craft and pet products, dress up your pet in the photo booth, pumpkin painting, free activities for kids, face painting, and pet themed snacks, hot dogs and beverages for sale. Visit with local pet rescues – find that forever companion! Thanks to Humane Society of Harrisburg Area, Inc., SPERANZA, Honey’s RAID, Phoenix Assistance Dogs of Central PA and Castaway Critters for joining us. FreeWould you like to be a vendor? Click here for vendor application, click here for pet rescue application. Spaces are still available, contact Julia at jhair@dauphinc.org or 717-599-5188.
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- 11/2/19
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For Families - Native Americans Along the Susquehanna
Experience what life was like for Native American Woodlands people living along the Susquehanna River hundreds of years ago. Throughout this two hour program you and your children will hear stories, make crafts, visit a wigwam, handle artifacts and play Native American children’s games. This special workshop is designed for adults and young children (ages 5-10) to participate together as they work, learn and play.This program is ideal for young families, grandparents and grandchildren and aunts and uncles with their nieces and nephews who want to have fun and enjoy time together in a planned learning experience. If younger children need to come with the family, there is no charge for under 4 years old but adults must provide additional activities for them.
Preregistration is required. $5per person. Click here to register.
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- 11/6/19
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Homeschoolers’ Day
A workshop about regional Native American Indians! Students in grades 2-6 and their parents love this hands-on workshop and the tour the Fort Hunter Mansion. The visit, including time for a bag lunch, runs just under 4 hours. In the 1 ½ hour workshop students will furnish a wigwam, practice with a throwing stick, participate in hands on activities and more. Then they’ll tour the Mansion to see how people lived at Fort Hunter in the early 1900s. Because of space limitations, only students in the 2 – 6 grades will participate in the program, other activities must be provided for other children in the family.$5 students, $3 adults, pre-register at 717-599-5751.
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- 11/7/19
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Homeschoolers’ Day
A workshop about regional Native American Indians! Students in grades 2-6 and their parents love this hands-on workshop and the tour the Fort Hunter Mansion. The visit, including time for a bag lunch, runs just under 4 hours. In the 1 ½ hour workshop students will furnish a wigwam, practice with a throwing stick, participate in hands on activities and more. Then they’ll tour the Mansion to see how people lived at Fort Hunter in the early 1900s. Because of space limitations, only students in the 2 – 6 grades will participate in the program, other activities must be provided for other children in the family.$5 students, $3 adults, pre-register at 717-599-5751.
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- 11/30/19
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"Hit the Road Educational Tours" Ford's Theatre & Dickens "A Christmas Carol"
Kick off the holiday season with a trip to Ford’s Theatre in Washington D.C. for Dickens ” A Christmas Carol” and holiday decorations and dinner in Georgetown.Board the bus at 9:30 a.m. in the Centennial Barn Parking lot for a narrated trip to historic Ford’s theatre. Join Dr. Donald Koones for enthusiastic narration about the historical significance of the theatre and some background on Charles Dickens and his famous holiday book on the trip to Washington D.C. A fast food and restroom stop will be included in the trip to Washington. Enjoy a matinee show of “A Christmas Carol” with music and a fine cast of characters and a visit to the theatre museum.
At the conclusion of the play, journey through Washington D.C. to festive Georgetown where participants will enjoy visiting the shops and restaurants all decked out for the holidays, dinner will be on your own. Board the bus for the return trip to Harrisburg arriving around 9:30p.m.
Tickets include: transportation, Dr. Koones lecture, museum and theatre ticket. Fast food lunch and dinner is on your own, bus driver tip is not included. $135 members, $150 non-members. Click here for tickets.
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- 11/30/19
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Annual Festival of Trees
Co-sponsored by the Harrisburg Area Garden Center, six themed Christmas trees are exhibited for viewing. Beautifully decorated with handmade ornaments and trimmed by local garden clubs the trees are available for raffle. A selection of handmade ornaments will be available for purchase.Open weekends only, Saturdays and Sundays 12:30 – 4:30 November 30- December 22 Free
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- 11/30/19
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Kid's Only Holiday Shop
Kids age 12 and under can shop for family and friends with the help of helper elves. All gifts are under $10 with items for all ages, including grandparents. The children will shop with the guidance of Santa’s helpers who will assist youngsters in picking out tasteful and unique items from the Museum Shop at Fort Hunter. Parents provide spending money and a gift list. The gifts will be wrapped and tagged by helper elves and children will emerge with smiles on their faces and secrets in their gift sacks. Don’t miss this special opportunity for parents and kids.Open weekends only, Saturdays and Sundays 12:30 – 4:30 November 22 – December 15 Free, parents provide spending money
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- 11/30/19
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Toy Train Exhibit
Toy trains and Christmas are the stuff of memories. View passenger trains, freight trains and scenes reminiscent of Pennsylvania attractions and countryside at this annual event. Presented and operated by the Keystone Model Railroad Historical Society, a magical wonderland of HO gauge trains unfolds on an 18X24 layout that may be viewed from all sides.Check it out from every angle. There is something for everyone as lights flash, burning buildings glow, sirens sound, cattle moo and Ferris wheels turn. Old and new trains will be displayed each week and for the annual visitor, exciting new additions are made each year. Thanks to the Friends of Fort Hunter for underwriting this popular attraction.
Open weekends only, November 30 – December 22, Saturday and Sunday 12:30 – 4:30 Free
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- 12/1/19 to 12/22/19
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Christmas at Fort Hunter
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Classic, traditional decorations of fresh greens and fruits, dried materials and fresh flowers adorn the Mansion for the holidays. Guided tours highlight the seasonal trimmings and holiday customs of the Reily’s. Many thanks to the Civic Committee of the Garden Club of Harrisburg for their inspired decorating creations. Open Tuesday – Saturday 10 AM- 4:30PM; Sunday 12 – 4:30 PM. Closed Mondays. Admission charged – $7 Adults; $6 Senior Citizens; $4 Students and Children
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Built on a bluff overlooking the Susquehanna River, Fort Hunter Mansion and Park has served as a war fort, a hub for frontier commerce, and an exclusive private estate. Now preserved and open to the public, Fort Hunter Mansion and Park invites you to explore Pennsylvania's rich history.
