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.
Monterey Pass Walking Tours – July 24-25
Join Civil War professional John Galie as he walks you through guided tours of the battle that took place on July 4th, 1863. Walk the road taken by a 20 mile long wagon train, a part of Gen Robert E. Lee's retreat. Finish at the road Union cavalry (including Brig Gen...
Chambersburg Civil War Seminars HISTORYtalk – July 30
The next Chambersburg Civil War Seminar HISTORYtalk event will be with James Broomall on July 30 at 7 p.m. EST via Zoom. His talk will be: Battling for Gettysburg: Visual Representations of the Civil War's Largest Fight. Following the talk will be a Q&A period....
Waynesboro Day At Pen Mar Park
Bring the family to Waynesboro Day at Pen Mar Park on Sunday, July 25, from Noon to 5 PM. Opening is set for 1:15 PM. Music by Jay and The Jingos begins at 2 PM. Bring a picnic lunch, dance, or just enjoy the music. Learn the Paul Jones dance or try an old fashioned...
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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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