Travel the trails of Franklin County through acres of farmland and forests. Trek back to frontier settlements and forts, stopovers along the Underground Railroad, and sites of Civil War raids and invasions. Woven between these stories of America’s history are the verdant, rolling hills and azure skies, old-fashioned ice cream parlors, bakeries with shoo-fly pies and sticky buns; orchards with succulent sweet peaches in July and crisp, juicy apples in October; theatres and inns, meandering trails and streams, ski slopes and golf courses, and charming towns where people still smile, stop, and speak.
The Meeting of Frederick Douglass & John Brown in Chambersburg
In 1859, Frderkck Douglass stepped off the railcar of the Cumberland Valley Railroad and local residents recognized the well-known orator and abolitionist. Many queried Douglass to find out why he was in Chambersburg. Thinking quickly, Douglass said he was speaking at...
Frederick Douglass in Chambersburg: More Than A Speech
Join the Franklin County Visitors Bureau on Saturday, August 17, for Frederick Douglass in Chambersburg: More Than A Speech—a presentation, lunch, and bus tour to highlight Douglass’s visit, the intense meeting with John Brown, and key Chambersburg freedom-seeking...
Franklin County America 250 PA Launches Website for United States Semiquincentennial
America is poised to celebrate its 250th birthday on July 4, 2026, and Franklin County PA is getting ready for the big celebration by launching a website dedicated to celebrating Franklin County, PA: www.America250PAFranklinCounty.com. The site remembers the chapters...
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The Underground Railroad was an important part of our nation’s history, and Franklin County was a key stop in the quest for freedom.
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Explore Centuries of Military History on the Franklin County Military Trail
Take a tour of Franklin County’s centuries of history on the Franklin County Military Trail.
On The Move in Franklin County
Outdoors in Franklin County…wander roads less traveled. Fish cool, clear waters. Watch sunrises and sunsets. Discover the beauty of Franklin County in every season. On The Move in Franklin County is waiting to help you explore seasons of outdoor fun!
Franklin Fresh Food & Dining Guide
Franklin County freshness is unbeatable! With such an abundance of fresh food and fantastic dining experiences, Franklin County is a favorite of food lovers. Taste your way across the county and be sure to take some freshness home to enjoy.
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