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  • March 2026

  • Sat 21

    Workshops | Conococheague Institute, Mercersburg

    March 21 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Workshops | Conococheague Institute, Mercersburg
    Conococheague Institute 12995 Bain Road, Mercersburg, PA

    Blacksmithing Workshop Friday March 20th & Saturday March 21st, 2026 Morning Class: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM & Afternoon Class 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Arrowheads & Archery Workshop Saturday […]

  • Sat 21

    Springtime Herbs & Infusions Workshop | The Mindful Oasis, Chambersburg

    March 21 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
    The Mindful Oasis 54 S. Main St., Chambersburg, PA, United States

    Saturday, March 21, 2026 * 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM The Mindful Oasis located 54 S. Main St, Chambersburg, PA Spend a fun, interactive afternoon with Misti Gardens sampling and […]

  • Sat 21

    Adventures of a Comic Book Artist | The Capitol Theatre

    March 21 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Adventures of a Comic Book Artist | The Capitol Theatre
    Capitol Theatre 159 South Main Street, Chambersburg, PA, United States

    Friday March 20th, 2026 * 7:00 PM Saturday March 21st, 2026 * 7:00 PM Sunday March 22nd, 2026 * 2:00 PM Step into a magical realm with "Adventures of a […]

  • Sun 22

    Adventures of a Comic Book Artist | The Capitol Theatre

    March 22 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Adventures of a Comic Book Artist | The Capitol Theatre
    Capitol Theatre 159 South Main Street, Chambersburg, PA, United States

    Friday March 20th, 2026 * 7:00 PM Saturday March 21st, 2026 * 7:00 PM Sunday March 22nd, 2026 * 2:00 PM Step into a magical realm with "Adventures of a […]

  • Thu 26

    Botanical Wall Art | Grayce Gardens, Chambersburg

    March 26 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    Grayce Gardens 51 Plasterer Avenue, Chambersburg, PA, United States

    Thursday March 26th, 2026 * 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Create a one-of-a-kind moss wall art piece during this hands-on workshop at Grayce Gardens. You will be guided step by […]

  • Sat 28

    Spring Classes | Totem Pole Playhouse, Fayetteville

    March 28
    Totem Pole Playhouse 9555 Golf Course Road, Fayetteville, PA

    Book It and Belt It (Ages 10–14) * March 28th & 29th, 2026 Learn how to find your perfect audition song! Discover what makes a song right for your voice and […]

  • Sat 28

    Historical Programs | Conococheague Institute, Mercersburg

    March 28 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Historical Programs | Conococheague Institute, Mercersburg
    Conococheague Institute 12995 Bain Road, Mercersburg, PA

    You can make every week an adventure, with free historic programs at CI every Saturday year-round! Our Revolutionary Homestead living history programs change with the seasons: Help bake bread, plant […]

  • Tue 31

    Hand Knit Spring Bunny Workshop | Furnace Run Park, Shippensburg

    March 31 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    Furnace Run Park Nature Center 2244 Lindsay Lot Rd., Shippensburg, PA, United States

    Tuesday March 31st, 2026 * 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Learn how to make this adorable, plush hand-knit bunny. All supplies (yarn, fiber fill, ribbon, and pattern) and guided step-by-step […]

  • April 2026

  • Thu 2

    Easter Plant Centerpiece Workshop | Grayce Gardens, Chambersburg

    April 2 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    Grayce Gardens 51 Plasterer Avenue, Chambersburg, PA, United States

    Thursday April 2nd, 2026 * 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Celebrate the season with our Easter Plant Centerpiece Workshop, hosted in our historic glass roof greenhouse. In this hands-on class, […]

  • Sat 4

    Historical Programs | Conococheague Institute, Mercersburg

    April 4 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Historical Programs | Conococheague Institute, Mercersburg
    Conococheague Institute 12995 Bain Road, Mercersburg, PA

    You can make every week an adventure, with free historic programs at CI every Saturday year-round! Our Revolutionary Homestead living history programs change with the seasons: Help bake bread, plant […]

  • Sat 11

    Historical Programs | Conococheague Institute, Mercersburg

    April 11 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Historical Programs | Conococheague Institute, Mercersburg
    Conococheague Institute 12995 Bain Road, Mercersburg, PA

    You can make every week an adventure, with free historic programs at CI every Saturday year-round! Our Revolutionary Homestead living history programs change with the seasons: Help bake bread, plant […]

  • Sun 12

    TWEP Open House, April | Charles Brightbill Environmental Center, Mercersburg

    April 12 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
    The Charles Brightbill Environmental Center 4881 Ft. Loudon Road, Mercersburg, PA, United States

    Sunday April 12th, 2026 * 2:30 PM Open House will feature a plant workshop by Grace Gardens. There is a fee of $20/person and participants must pre-register by calling the […]

  • Thu 16

    Let’s Cook with Herbs and Spices | Penn State Extension,

    April 16 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
    Ag Heritage Building 185 Franklin Farm Lane, CHambersburg, PA, United States

    Thursday, April 16, 2026, 1:00 PM Discover how herbs and spices can transform everyday meals into flavorful, healthy dishes at "Let’s Cook with Herbs and Spices." This in-person class introduces […]

  • Thu 16

    Stained Glass Workshop | Chambersburg Recreation Department

    April 16 @ 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm Stained Glass Workshop | Chambersburg Recreation Department
    Chambersburg Recreation Department 235 S 3rd St., Chambersburg, PA, PA, United States

    Thursday February 19th, 2026 Wednesday March 11th, 2026 Thursday April 16th, 2026 Thursday May 28th, 2026 All workshops are * 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM and each workshop will offer […]

  • Sat 18

    Historical Programs | Conococheague Institute, Mercersburg

    April 18 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Historical Programs | Conococheague Institute, Mercersburg
    Conococheague Institute 12995 Bain Road, Mercersburg, PA

    You can make every week an adventure, with free historic programs at CI every Saturday year-round! Our Revolutionary Homestead living history programs change with the seasons: Help bake bread, plant […]

  • Sat 25

    Historical Programs | Conococheague Institute, Mercersburg

    April 25 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Historical Programs | Conococheague Institute, Mercersburg
    Conococheague Institute 12995 Bain Road, Mercersburg, PA

    You can make every week an adventure, with free historic programs at CI every Saturday year-round! Our Revolutionary Homestead living history programs change with the seasons: Help bake bread, plant […]

  • Tue 28

    Let’s Cook Charcuterie Boards | Penn State Extension, Chambersburg

    April 28 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    Berg Brewing 100 South Main St., Chambersburg, PA, United States

    Tuesday April 28, 2026 * 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Join Penn State Extension at Berg Brewing Company, 100 South Main Street, Chambersburg, for a hands-on Let’s Cook Charcuterie. Practice […]

  • May 2026

  • Sat 2

    Historical Programs | Conococheague Institute, Mercersburg

    May 2 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Historical Programs | Conococheague Institute, Mercersburg
    Conococheague Institute 12995 Bain Road, Mercersburg, PA

    You can make every week an adventure, with free historic programs at CI every Saturday year-round! Our Revolutionary Homestead living history programs change with the seasons: Help bake bread, plant […]

  • Sat 9

    Historical Programs | Conococheague Institute, Mercersburg

    May 9 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Historical Programs | Conococheague Institute, Mercersburg
    Conococheague Institute 12995 Bain Road, Mercersburg, PA

    You can make every week an adventure, with free historic programs at CI every Saturday year-round! Our Revolutionary Homestead living history programs change with the seasons: Help bake bread, plant […]

  • Sat 9

    2026 Special Events, Celebrating American’s 250th Anniversary | Conococheague Institute, Mercersburg

    May 9 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm 2026 Special Events, Celebrating American’s 250th Anniversary | Conococheague Institute, Mercersburg

    1776: Hearth, Home and Springtime | Saturday May 9th, 2026 * 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Experience traditional domestic life around the hearth and home and learn the timeless art […]

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  • Barn Quilt Trail
  • Coffee Shops
  • Pizza Trail
  • Pour Trail
  • Sweet Trail

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
  • John Brown
  • Spring Into History
  • Underground Railroad

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.

  • Environmental Centers
  • Franklin County Wildlife
  • Great Golfing
  • Take a Walk

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.