Spectacularly situated on a bluff overlooking the Susquehanna River and Blue Mountain Range, this 40 acre park invites visitors to relax and explore Pennsylvania history. Professionally guided tours of the elegantly restored Mansion look back in time to sophisticated country living in the nineteenth century. Fort Hunter is a 19th century plantation complex hosting nine structures listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Various outbuildings spark visitors' imaginations into the past. Fort Hunter Park offers picnic pavilions, children's play equipment, a free walking tour brochure, a river front walking area, and a portion of the Pennsylvania Canal Trail.
Location:
Front St, Harrisburg Pennsylvania
Telephone
717-599-5751
Other History nearby:
(Gettysburg) American Civil War Museum
(Strasburg) Amish Village
(McSherrystown) Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus
(Reading) Berks County Heritage Center
(Mount Joy) Bube's Brewery
(Carlisle) Carlisle Barracks
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02/21 Coming to The Harrisburg area
National Cherry Blossom Festival Washington DC March20-April14 The nation’s greatest springtime celebration unites for four spectacular weekends including the Cherry Blossom Parade.
Galena Dogwood Festival Galena MD May4 The annual Galena Dogwood Festival is will take place throughout Galena. The parade will have a War of 1812 theme.
Dover Days Festival Dover DE May3-5 As one of the longest running festivals in the state of Delaware, Dover Days dates back to 1933. What started as a garden tour staged by the Dover Garden Club, has now become an annual time to remember First State heritage with community spirit and an entertaining festival of family events.
Dover Days Festival Dover DE May3-5 You can claim Dover, Delaware, the capital city of the First State, as your state capital during the 80th anniversary celebration of the Dover Days Festival!.
Maryland Sheep and Wool Festival West Friendship MD May4-5 A fun-filled weekend of live animals, crafts and supplies, entertainment and more.
Maryland Faerie Festival Darlington MD May10-12 The Maryland Faerie Festival celebrates the Faeries in an atmosphere and with entertainment inspired by Faerie folklore and literature.
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