Mechanicsburg offers a charming downtown feel with galleries, casual dining, and specialty gift shops. Spend a day shopping and discovering this historic town. Shop Market Street: On Market Street, stop in The Rosemary House. They offer a great selection of tea, herbs, and a lovely…
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In spring 2022, Carlisle was one of 20 nominees in USA Today’s 10 Best Historic Small Towns. All nominees have small populations of less than 25,000 but are rich in fascinating history. Thanks to everyone's support, Carlisle was voted No. 4. Click here to read the news release from…
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Learning about the history of a location doesn't have to happen inside a museum. As warm weather approaches, check out these Cumberland Valley locations where you can add some historical knowledge to your outdoor explorations. Camp Michaux Two miles northwest of Pine Grove Furnace…
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March is Women's History Month and is set aside to honor women's contributions to American history. Mary Hays McCauley, also known as Molly Pitcher, is perhaps one of Cumberland Valley’s most famous women. Below we commemorate the vital role these equally important but often overlooked…
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Founded in 1750, Cumberland Valley is steeped in history – with museums, historical sites, and markers and monuments to the past. Yes, George Washington really did sleep here for a week in 1794 on his way to Western Pennsylvania to quell the Whiskey Rebellion; Olympian Jim Thorpe was a…
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Cumberland Valley’s self-guided walking tours provide the perfect opportunity to dive deeper into the history of this region. Meander and explore at your own pace as you follow routes through both town and country locations that provide a delightful peek into the past. A Walk Around…
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Notable battlefields, celebrated landmarks, and modern-day museums showcase historic moments throughout Pennsylvania. The Cumberland Valley region also has a rich and storied history that delights history buffs and invites them to explore and discover. One of our premier historical…
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Historical Highlights The Carlisle Indian Industrial School was founded in October 1879 by U.S. Army Officer, Lt. Richard Henry Pratt. It was the first U.S. government off-reservation school to enroll students from virtually every Native American Indian nation from the various agencies…
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The leadership staff ride program offered by the Army Heritage Center Foundation can help you assess your company’s readiness to adapt to change and provide you with lessons to assist your efforts. A staff ride is more than a battlefield tour. The battlefield provides a illustrative…
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The Cumberland Valley played a significant role in America’s Civil War. In the prelude to the Battle of Gettysburg, Southern troops passed through the valley, occupied communities, skirmished with the militia, and shelled towns. Through visits to historic sites, museums, and markers…
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