by Janet Pollard | Sep 23, 2026 | Blog
Franklin County is wrapping up a busy year of remembering 250 years of American history. No recognition of the county’s history would be complete without recalling the events related to John Brown, Frederick Douglass, and the Raid on Harper’s Ferry. The public is...
by Janet Pollard | Sep 17, 2026 | Blog
The American Semi-quincentennial has been the centerpiece of 2026 as Franklin County Visitors Bureau highlighted the county’s deep contributions to American history. Throughout the year, initiatives have explored the Road to Freedom—from frontier and colonial...
by Janet Pollard | Sep 9, 2026 | Blog
On September 11, 2026, a memorial service will be held in the Letterkenny Chapel, 2171 Carbaugh Avenue in Chambersburg, from 7:30 AMÂ – 8:00 AM with the Reverend Renata Mosely Harper and Chaplain Hart serving as spiritual leaders. The chapel, built by Italian...
by Janet Pollard | Sep 9, 2026 | Blog
Wilson College will present its award-winning Drone Show on Saturday, Sept. 19, 2026, at 8 p.m. during Wilson Weekend, the College’s annual homecoming and parents’ weekend. Free and open to the public, the show will feature 300 synchronized drones forming...
by Janet Pollard | Sep 4, 2026 | Blog
Always wanted to learn ballroom dance — or just looking for a fun night out? Our popular Fall Ballroom Dance classes return Monday, September 14! This six-week course is a relaxed and welcoming way to learn new steps, brush up on your skills and enjoy an evening of...
Underground Railroad
