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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.
A Cappella & Unplugged 2023: Meet Finalist the RMS Experience
July 15th is the final round of the A Cappella & Unplugged 2023 competition. Five finalists—Elijah Myers, Paul Minnich, Robert Twine, The RMS Experience, and Marrisa Porter—will take to the steps of the Franklin County Courthouse to perform two songs and vie for...
Chambersburg Fire Museum Preserves History
The Chambersburg Fire Museum holds many memories plus more than 200 years of Chambersburg’s fire protection history. For the team of volunteers, who manage the museum at 441 Broad Street, it is a labor of love as they reach out to community to share the treasure the...
The Institute Sets Story Walk for July 9
Area families are invited to attend The Institute’s monthly StoryWalk® Sundays adventure for kids on Sunday, July 9 from 1:30 to 3 p.m. at Pine Hill Recreation Area. Kids join a guided walk and activities along the story trail as they read a story book, then make a...
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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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Check out what is new at the Franklin County 11/30 Visitors Center & Franklin County Visitors Center
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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