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Learn Ballroom Dancing at Allison-Antrim Museum: Class Begins September 30

by Janet Pollard | Sep 25, 2015 | Blog, Featured Events

A new four-week session of Beginner Ballroom Classes in the barn at Allison-Antrim Museum, 365 South Ridge Avenue, Greencastle will begin on Wednesday, September 30, from 7 to 9 pm.  The rhythms that will be studied are the Fox Trot, Waltz, and Tango.  All rhythms...

Scotland Summit Offers Seminars on Innovation, Marketing & Leadership

by Janet Pollard | Aug 31, 2015 | Blog, Featured Events, Press Release

Talks on Business Innovation, Marketing, and Leadership highlight the first Scotland Summit. All seminars are offered free-of-charge to engage both those starting and established businesses to encourage business development and provide innovative ways to grow...

Franklin County Visitors Bureau Announces Photo Contest for Cover of 2015 Visitors Guide

by tim | Mar 5, 2015 | Art, Featured Events, General, Press Release

Grab your camera and take your best shot at capturing the essence of Franklin County for the Franklin County Visitors Bureaus Cover It: Franklin County’s Great Moments Photo Contest. The winning photo will be the cover of the 2015 Franklin County Visitors Guide....

Join Greencastle Shopkeepers for special events, October 4!

by tim | Sep 30, 2014 | Blog, Featured Events

Shop Greencastle! October 4, Special events will be held at Greencastle Shopkeepers stores.   Greencastle Shopkeepers is a group of seven women entrepreneurs who have banded together to promote Greencastle’s downtown shops!  Join us for our first major...

The Mercersburg Area Community Chorus Begins Rehearsals

by tim | Sep 15, 2014 | Art, Blog, Featured Events, Press Release

The Mercersburg Area Community Chorus Begins Rehearsals MERCERSBURG, PA – The Mercersburg Area Community Chorus will begin rehearsals for its holiday concerts at 7 PM on Tuesday, September 23rd, with rehearsals continuing throughout the fall on Tuesday evenings at 7...

Corks and Clay Series continues on September 23 with lidded boxes

by tim | Sep 15, 2014 | Art, Featured Events

Corks and Clay is a new series of workshops offered by the Ceramics Arts Center of Waynesboro, 13 South Church Street, Waynesboro, PA. Each workshop will feature a specific ceramic project, taught by one of the center’s studio instructors who will lead the class...
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Barn Quilt Trail

The Stitches in Time Barn Quilt Trail includes more than three dozen quilt squares spread throughout Franklin County, PA. Some are inspired by traditional quilt patterns or family designs. Between each square are the many stories of Franklin County.

 

Coffee Shops

Enjoy a Great Cup of Joe in Franklin County coffee shops!

 

Pizza Trail

Talk to locals about the “best pizza place, and everyone has a couple favorites. Add them all together and Franklin County has great Italian eateries.

 

Pour Trail

See the great locations and great beer, wine and spirits that are waiting for you along the pour trail. Plan your next trip and enjoy the flavor of Franklin County.

 

Sweet Trail

Franklin County is a sweet place to be! Enjoy old-fashioned candy makers, chocolatiers, delicious ice cream, and even pie stores.

 

  • Civil War
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Civil War

Explore the history of Chambersburg and the Civil War.

John Brown

Who was John Brown, what did he do, why did he do it, and what was his connection to Chambersburg, Pennsylvania?

Spring Into History

Explore 300 Years of American History

Underground Railroad

Franklin County played an important role in the passage to freedom—the Underground Railroad. Its location on the Mason-Dixon Line signaled escaping slaves entry to the north, and the mountainous terrain afforded numerous hiding places in caves and wooded areas.

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Environmental Centers

Environmental Centers connect the busy daily lives of people to nature & remind everyone of the importance of fresh water, green trees, and clean air. Explore the beauty of outdoor Franklin County at one of its environmental centers.

Outdoors

Fishing, hiking trails, golfing, kayaking -  Franklin County is home to great outdoor fun and relaxation.

Golf

The scenic beauty of Franklin County is timeless and compliments a variety of golfing experiences.

Walking & Hiking

With four state parks and 36 municipal parks, Franklin County gives many choices to enjoy greenery, birds chirping, and mountain views.