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  • Thu 16
    October 16 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

    Learning with Archives | Shippensburg History Center

    Shippensburg History Center 52 West King Street, Shippensburg, PA, United States

    Thursday October 16th, 2025 * 11:00 AM Using the Shippensburg Historical Society's archives, students are able to handle some of our collections including photographs, letters, art, and objects. Each student […]

  • Thu 16
    October 16 @ 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm Art Exhibit | Wilson College, Chambersburg

    Art Exhibit | Wilson College, Chambersburg

    Bogigian Gallery, Lortz Hall -Wilson College 1015 Philadelphia Avenue, Chambersburg, PA, United States

    Thursday September 18th, 2025 - Friday November 7th, 2025 Wilson College Shares Letterpress Printing in New Art Exhibit Wilson College will present an exhibition of work by artist Amos Paul […]

  • Thu 16
    October 16 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

    Bid For Bright Futures, A Silent Auction to Support Youth Programming | Furnace Run Park, Shippensburg

    Furnace Run Park Nature Center 2244 Lindsay Lot Rd., Shippensburg, PA, United States

    Thursday October 16th, 2025 * 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM $25 per person Join us for a picnic-style meal, live music with Rob and Mango, and access to exclusive Silent […]

  • Thu 16
    October 16 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    Sanderson Sister Wall Decor | Coyle Free Library, Chambersburg

    Coyle Free Library 102 North Main Street, Chambersburg, PA, United States

    Thursday October 16th, 2025 * 6:00 PM We welcome adults (17+) to join us as we make this fun piece of spooky decor! Registration is required and space is limited. […]

  • Thu 16
    October 16 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Succulent Pumpkin Workshop | Grayce Gardens, Chambersburg

    Succulent Pumpkin Workshop | Grayce Gardens, Chambersburg

    Grayce Gardens 51 Plasterer Avenue, Chambersburg, PA, United States

    Daytime - Thursday October 16th, 2025 * 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM & Evening - 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Fall season is among us! Succulent Pumpkins make beautiful, festive […]

  • Thu 16
    October 16 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Mercersburg Historical Society Presentations & Dinner | Mercersburg

    Mercersburg Historical Society Presentations & Dinner | Mercersburg

    Downtown Mercersburg Mercersburg, PA, United States

    Thursday October 16th, 2025 * 7:00 PM - Celebrating Mercersburg's History Presenter Joan C. McCulloh Trinity United Church of Christ, East Seminary & Church Streets Thursday November 20th, 2025 * […]

  • Thu 16
    October 16 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Healing Together Grief Support Group | Drew’s Hope Grief Center, Shippensburg

    Healing Together Grief Support Group | Drew’s Hope Grief Center, Shippensburg

    Drew's Hope Grief Center 946 Ashton Dr., Shippensburg, PA, United States

    Third Thursdays Each Month 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM The Healing Together grief support group is for grieving adults (18 & older), who are grieving the death of a loved […]

  • Thu 16
    October 16 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

    The Middleburg/Mason-Dixon Line Historical Society Monthly Meeting | State Line Ruritan Building

    State Line Ruritan Building 15481 Park Drive, State Line , PA, United States

    Thursday October 16th, 2025 * 7:00 PM The Middleburg/Mason-Dixon Line Historical Society will meet at the State Line Ruritan Building, 15481 Park Drive, located off Route 11 at the State […]

  • Thu 16
    October 16 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm

    Amy Grant | Luhrs Performing Arts Center, Shippensburg

    H.Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center 1871 Old Main Drive, Shippensburg, PA, United States

    Thursday October 16th, 2025 * 7:30 PM Conventional wisdom has it that Amy Grant put Contemporary Christian Music on the map, becoming the first CCM artist to have a platinum […]

  • Fri 17
    October 17 Stoners Dairy Farm Calendar of Events 2025 | Mercersburg

    Stoners Dairy Farm Calendar of Events 2025 | Mercersburg

    Stoners Dairy Farm 7678 Oellig Road, Mercersburg, PA, United States

    September Saturday September 13th | Season Opening Sunday September 21st | 1 Hour Walking Farm Tour FREE with Admission; Departs promptly at 2:00 PM, find out more HERE Wednesday September […]

  • Fri 17
    October 17 Cowans Gap Fall Weekend | Cowans Gap State Park, Ft. Loudon

    Cowans Gap Fall Weekend | Cowans Gap State Park, Ft. Loudon

    Cowans Gap State Park 6235 Aughwick, Ft Loudon, PA, United States

    Friday October 17th - Sunday October 19th, 2025 Campsite Decorating Contest Decorate your site with spooky or seasonal flair Judging: Saturday evening Winners announced: Sunday morning Fall Heritage Day | […]

  • Fri 17
    October 17 Fall Fun | Traesure Apple Ranch, Waynesboro

    Fall Fun | Traesure Apple Ranch, Waynesboro

    Traesure Apple Ranch 8384 Anthony Hwy, Waynesboro, PA, United States

    Wednesday & Thursdays 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM Fridays 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM Saturdays 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM Saturday | Dress Like a Book Character and get $1.00 […]

  • Fri 17
    October 17 Scary Mini Movie Contest | Franklin County 11/30 Visitors Center, Chambersburg

    Scary Mini Movie Contest | Franklin County 11/30 Visitors Center, Chambersburg

    Franklin County 11/30 Visitors Center 15 South Main Street, Chambersburg, PA

    Now thru Monday October 27th, 2025 Franklin County Visitors Bureau Scary Mini Movies Contest: Really Funny or Really Scary REELS. Calling all amateur, novice, and aspiring movie makers! Franklin County […]

  • Fri 17
    October 17 The Great Pie Sale | Salom Christian Academy, Chambersburg

    The Great Pie Sale | Salom Christian Academy, Chambersburg

    Shalom Christian Academy 126 Social Island Road, Chambersburg, PA, United States

    The Best Way to Put a Pie on Your Thanksgiving Table It’s time for the Great Pie Sale – homemade pies are the best! Our homemade pies are lovingly made […]

  • Fri 17
    October 17 @ 7:00 am - 8:00 am Yoga | Chambersburg Recreation Department, Chambersburg

    Yoga | Chambersburg Recreation Department, Chambersburg

    Chambersburg Recreation Department 235 S 3rd St., Chambersburg, PA, PA, United States

    Fridays beginning September 5th - November 7th * 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM All skill levels are invited to come stretch, balance, breathe, and release tensions through these tranquil yoga […]

  • Fri 17
    October 17 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    Halloween Music Bingo | The Barrel House Chambersburg

    Cumberland Valley School of Music 1015 Philadelphia Avenue, Chambersburg, PA, United States

    Friday October 17th, 2025 * 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM Come have some spooky fun with us at Halloween Music Bingo! Doors open at 5:00 PM – food and drinks […]

  • Fri 17
    October 17 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

    Fall Fun | Country Creek Produce Farm, Chambersburg

    Country Creek Produce Farm 3794 Etter Road, Chambersburg, PA, United States

    Flashlight Night Maze and Moonlit hayrides every Friday and Saturday night at 5:00 PM! Grab your family and friends for a FUN night on the farm. Come hungry! Local Beef […]

  • Fri 17
    October 17 @ 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm Live Music Fridays | Music Makers, Waynesboro

    Live Music Fridays | Music Makers, Waynesboro

    Music Makers 46 West Main Street, Waynesboro, PA, United States

    Friday October 3rd, 2025 * 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM Soleil featuring Tresa Day, Laurie and Scott Matlock Friday October 10th, 2025 * 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM Dennis Mitchell […]

  • Fri 17
    October 17 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

    Friday Night w/Bill & Wayne | Rough Edges Brewing, Waynesboro

    Rough Edges Brewing 91 W. Main St, Waynesboro, PA, United States

    Friday October 17th, 2025 * 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Come in for Happy Hour from 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM and enjoy $2 off full pours. The music starts […]

  • Fri 17
    October 17 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm

    Gipsy Kings | Luhrs Performing Arts Center, Shippensburg

    H.Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center 1871 Old Main Drive, Shippensburg, PA, United States

    Friday October 17th, 2025 * 7:30 PM Featuring Nicolas Reyes Gipsy Kings mix of Catalan rumba, flamenco, and salsa has fused with popular culture, with the band having played some […]

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