by Janet Pollard | May 10, 2024 | Blog
Stay abreast of happenings in Franklin County with FCVB-TV and F.C. Currently, reporting in mini-sodes from the Appalachian Trail, F.C. spotted a variety of birds this week. Coming up will be highlights of the trail and nearby places in upcoming mini-sodes. As well,...
by Janet Pollard | Feb 14, 2023 | Blog
Upcoming on February 18 at Conococheague Institute (CI) is a presentation about frontier hunting in the cabin, with a variety of pelts and weapons. Firelock demonstrations will occur at 11am, 1pm, 2pm and 3pm. Then, on February 25, Conococheague presents a special...
by Janet Pollard | Feb 19, 2021 | Blog
Live 18th Century Living History, Immerse yourself in Nature and share your passion with others through Educational Programs. Join the CI team! The Conococheague Institute (CI) a Non-Profit Museum and Gardens in Franklin County PA, is looking for a passionate employee...
by Janet Pollard | May 4, 2020 | Blog
Born on May 9, 1830 in Mercersburg PA, Harriet Lane served as First Lady for her uncle, 15th President James Buchanan. By the time she was ten, both her mother and father died, so James Buchanan took her into his care. Harriet was a fun loving child who was the...
by Janet Pollard | Apr 17, 2020 | Blog
The 15th President of The United States of America, James Buchanan, Jr., was born April 23, 1791, in a log cabin in Cove Gap, Pennsylvania (now known as Buchanan’s Birthplace State Park). He was one of eleven children born to James Buchanan Sr., a businessman,...
Underground Railroad
