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Exciting
concerts, informative lectures, and educational opportunities all await
you at the Fort. There's lots to do for the entire family,
all year long!
Whether you're interested in arts & crafts, historic
preservation or you just want to hear some great music, Fort
Hunter has something of interest for you.
Reservations are filling up quickly, so don't miss out! Get your
tickets and reserve your place for fun! Call Fort
Hunter Mansion at (717) 599-5751 for more information. |
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2010 CALENDAR OF EVENTS |
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| JANUARY |
Susquehanna Folk Music Coffeehouse An intimate evening showcasing Central Pennsylvania's fine amateur acoustic musicians. Cabaret seating and tasty refreshments create an informal coffeehouse atmosphere in the cozy, rustic barn. When: Sunday, January 31, 7:30 pm Where: Centennial Barn Admission: This Event is Free, more information at http://www.sfmsfolk.org |
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Alexander Mitchell and Friends in Concert The Susquehanna Folk Music Society presents an electrifying and intimate evening with four of the finest musicians in the Harrisburg area. When: Sunday, January 31, 7:30 pm Where: Centennial Barn Admission: $18 adults, $10 students. Tickets at The Box (717-214-2787) or at http://www.sfmsfolk.org |
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| FEBRUARY |
Archie Fisher in Concert The Susquehanna Folk Music Society presents master guitarist, singer and songwriter, the elder statesman of Scottish folk music. When: Saturday, February 6, 7:30 pm Where: Centennial Barn Admission: $18 adults, $10 students. Tickets at The Box (717-214-2787) or at http://www.sfmsfolk.org |
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Potatoes In Concert The Chicago-based duo of Jacquie Manning and Rich Prezioso swings “from Celtic to Cowboy,” part of the Susquehanna Folk Music concert season. When: Saturday, February 20, 7:30 pm Where: Centennial Barn Admission: $18 adults, $10 students. Tickets at The Box (717-214-2787) or at http://www.sfmsfolk.org |
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| MARCH | Maple
Sugar Festival A free family treat! Hands-on fun with kids’ activities plus tapping a tree, eating real maple syrup on ice cream, and learning the mysteries of maple sugar making. Try maple taste tests, see a great DVD on maple sugar activities & shop for delicious Pennsylvania products. When: Sunday, March 7, Noon – 4 pm Where: Centennial Barn and adjoining buildings Admission: This Event is Free. |
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Susquehanna Folk Music Coffeehouse An intimate evening showcasing Central Pennsylvania's fine amateur acoustic musicians. Cabaret seating and tasty refreshments create an informal coffeehouse atmosphere in the cozy, rustic barn. When: Saturday, March 13, 7 pm Where: Centennial Barn Admission: This Event is Free, more information at http://www.sfmsfolk.org |
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for Saint Patrick's Day Storytelling featuring stories and tales of the old country. When: Friday, March 12, 7 pm Where: Centennial Barn Admission: $5 adults, $2.50 children 12 and under. |
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Educators' Workshop: “Native Americans Along the Susquehanna” Learn about the Native Americans who once farmed and hunted in the Fort Hunter/Harrisburg area. Take part in a hands-on school program. See demonstrations of Indian tools and technologies and learn about the resources Indians used. Act 48 credits pending. Note: dress for a short period outdoors and bring a bag lunch. When: Friday, March 26, 8:45 - 2pm Where: Centennial Barn Admission: $15 per person, pre-registration required Email ejohnson@dauphinc.org or call 717 599-5188, ext. 2115. |
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Dauphin County Egg Hunt Thousands of plastic eggs will be filled with candy and scattered on the East Lawn. Take part in special family activities such as face painting, pony rides and more. When: Sunday, March 28, 2 - 5 pm (Egg Hunt Times: Ages 2 – 3 at 2:30, ages 4 – 5 at 2:45, ages 6 – 7 at 3:00 and ages 8 – 9 at 3:15.) Where: Fort Hunter Park Admission: This Event is Free. Pre-register or drop-in. |
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| APRIL |
Homeschooler's Day Dive into early Native American life! Students in grades 2-6 and their parents are invited to the Native American workshop to make pottery, furnish a wigwam and more and also tour the Fort Hunter Mansion. The visit, including time for a bag lunch, runs just under 4 hours. When: Tuesday, April 6, 10 am – 2 pm Where: Centennial Barn and Mansion Admission: $5 students, $3 adults Pre-register at http://www.hahaofpa.org. |
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Ware Alive Program Presenting a soldier from the Civil War’s United States Colored Troops, Joe Becton uses music and stories to portray an African American soldier’s experience. When: Wednesday, April 21, 7 pm Where: Centennial Barn Admission: This Event is Free. |
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| MAY |
Garden Faire Celebrate spring at Fort Hunter’s free event. Stroll through the plant sale & craft show, see Victorian dancing and exhibits on Victorian daily life as well as tasty food at the Café and an art show and sale. Garden chats, children’s activities, as well as cakewalks to live music. Fee for Mansion tour. When: Sunday, May 2, 10 am – 4 pm When: Fort Hunter Park Admission: This Event is Free. 
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Craft Vendor Application (Adobe PDF) |
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Susquehanna Folk Music Coffeehouse An intimate evening showcasing Central Pennsylvania's fine amateur acoustic musicians. Cabaret seating and tasty refreshments create an informal coffeehouse atmosphere in the cozy, rustic barn. Where: Saturday, May 15, 7 pm Where: Centennial Barn Admission: This Event is Free. More information at http://www.sfmsfolk.org |
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Molsky & Ale Moller Two masters of traditional music styles from the Old World and the New, part of the Susquehanna Folk Music Society concert season. When: Sunday, May 23, 7:30 pm Where: Centennial Barn Admission: $18 adults, $10 students. Tickets at The Box (717-214-2787) or at http://www.sfmsfolk.org |
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| JUNE |
Dauphin County Music & Wine Festival Relax and listen to the music of national recording artists along with Pennsylvania’s elite musicians. Sample some of Pennsylvania’s finest wineries. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. When: Saturday & Sunday, June 12 & 13 3 - 9 pm Where: Fort Hunter Park Admission: $20 advance, $25 at the gate, weekend pass |
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Juditz / Rubendall Volunteer Recognition Picnic Picnic, Friends of Fort Hunter volunteer recognition, behind the scenes tour. When: Tuesday, June 15, 6 pm Where: East Pavilion Admission: This Event is Free. |
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Mid-Summer Night's Tales Summer solstice honored in storytelling. When: Friday, June 18, 7 pm Where: Centennial Barn Admission: $5 adult, $2.50 children 12 and under |
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| JULY |
Sunset Artist Series Dauphin County Parks and Recreation offers free, performing artists concerts in the park. When: Sunday, July 25, 7 pm Where: Fort Hunter Park Admission: This Event is Free. |
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| AUGUST |
Sunset Artist Series Dauphin County Parks and Recreation offers free, performing artists concerts in the park. When: Sundays, August 1, 8, and 15, 7:30 pm Where: Fort Hunter Park Admission: This Event is Free. |
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| SEPTEMBER |
Archaeological Excavation Archaeologists from the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission continue their search for the 1750s French and Indian War fort. They’ve also been uncovering ancient Native American objects and artifacts from 1700s-1900s life at the Mansion. When: September 15- October 3, Monday – Friday 10 am - 3 pm (plus Sundays, September 19 & October 3) Where: Fort Hunter Mansion Admission: This Event is Free. |
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Dauphin County Jazz Festival Featuring national recording artists and Central PA’s elite jazz artists. Bring blankets and lawn chairs. When: Saturday & Sunday, September 11 & 12, 4 pm -9 pm Where: Fort Hunter Park Admission: $20 advance, $25 at the gate, weekend pass |
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Hunter Day Autumn festival featuring children's crafts and games, exhibits, farm animals, music, craft show, demonstrations, food and more. Where: Sunday, September 19, 10 am - 5 pm Where: Fort Hunter Park Admission: This Event is Free.
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Vendor Application (Adobe PDF) |
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| OCTOBER |
Pennsylvania Indians Festival Curious about how Pennsylvania Indians once lived? Visit a wigwam, learn about the food Indians grew and gathered, how they hunted and made fire. See their tools, dances, music & beadwork. See the clothing, animals and plants they used. Food stand and a specialized museum shop. When: Sunday, October 3, 1-4 pm Where: Fort Hunter Park Admission: $3 per person, children 5 & under free Pre-register for Special Scout Hour – www.forthunter.org. Questions? Email ejohnson@dauphinc.org |
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Halloween at Fort Hunter Enjoy a Spooky Scavenger Hunt, Pumpkin Carving, Spooky Stories and Hayrides at historically haunted Fort Hunter. The evening concludes with refreshments. When: Select weeknights in October 6:30–8:30 pm Where: Fort Hunter Park Admission: $10 per child, adults free Pre-register or drop –in. |
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the Hunter's Moon Annual fundraiser featuring a seasonal array of foods, wines and beer at stations throughout the Centennial Barn. By invitation only, call 599-5188, ext. 2116. When: October, date TBA, 5:30 – 8:30 pm Where: Centennial Barn Admission: $125 per person |
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of the Ordinary Tales for Halloween Kinder, gentler Halloween stories appropriate for all family members. When: Saturday, October 30, 7 pm Where: Centennial Barn Admission: $3 adult, $1.50 children ($6.50 max. per family) |
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| NOVEMBER |
Homeschooler's Day Dive into early Native American life! Students in grades 2-6 and their parents are invited to a Native American workshop to make pottery, furnish a wigwam and more and also tour the Fort Hunter Mansion. The visit, including time for a bag lunch, runs just under 4 hours. When: Tuesday, November 2, 10 am – 2 pm Where: Centennial Barn and Mansion Admission: $5 students, $3 adults Pre-register at www.hahaofpa.org. |
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Friends of Fort Hunter Annual Meeting Nominees are elected to the Board of Directors, retiring board members are honored. When: Wednesday, November 17, 6 pm Where: Centennial Barn Admission: This Event is Free. |
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History Alive Lecture Subject of local interest presented by a local speaker. When: Wednesday, November 17, 7 pm Where: Centennial Barn Admission: This Event is Free. |
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Tellabration 2010! Storytelling that isn’t just for kids; worldwide storytelling event. When: Saturday, November 20, 7 pm Where: Centennial Barn Admission: $5 adults |
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Only” Holiday Shop Holiday shopping for kids only, 12 years old and under. When: Saturdays & Sundays, November 27 - December 19 12:30 – 4:30 pm Where: Centennial Barn Admission: Parents provide spending money |
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Festival of Trees Christmas trees decorated by local garden clubs. When: Saturdays & Sundays, November 27 - December 19 12:30 – 4:30 pm Where: Tavern House Admission: This Event is Free. |
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Train Exhibit HO gauge trains displayed on layout representing communities in Central Pennsylvania. When: Saturdays & Sundays, November 27 - December 19 12:30 – 4:30 pm Where: Centennial Barn Admission: This Event is Free. |
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| DECEMBER |
Christmas at Fort Hunter Decorated for the season with natural trimmings; guided tours are offered. When: December 1 - 23, Closed Mondays Tuesday – Saturday, 10 am - 4:30 pm Sunday, 12 noon - 4:30 pm Where: Fort Hunter Mansion Admission: Regular Admission |
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Reunion Craft show featuring traditional crafts. When: Friday, Saturday, Sunday, December 3, 4, 5 Friday 12 noon – 9 pm; Sat. 10 am - 8 pm; Sunday 11 am – 5 pm Where: Centennial Barn Admission: This Event is Free. |
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Greens Sale Handmade by Friends of Fort Hunter, boxwood trees, evergreen decorations, candle rings and more for sale. When: Sunday, December 5 12:30 – 4:30 pm Where: Centennial Barn Admission: This Event is Free. |
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Victorian Tea Enjoy tasty tea sandwiches, desserts, spiced tea and the Mansion decorated for the holidays. When: Sunday, December 5, 1-4 pm Where: Fort Hunter Mansion Admission: $10 per person. |
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