Harrisburg Attractions
Until Chernobyl Harrisburg, the state capital, situated in south-eastern Pennsylvania, had the dubious honour of being the scene of the world's worst nuclear accident, at the Three Mile Island power station on the Susquehanna River. Features of interest in the town are the State Capitol and the informative State Museum.
Harrisburg is the capitol of Pennsylvania. It's a small, picturesque community lying on the banks of the Susquehanna River. Many of its original eighteenth- and nineteenth-century buildings remain intact as is Harrisburg's small town feel.
Harrisburg is the capitol of Pennsylvania. It's a small, picturesque community lying on the banks of the Susquehanna River. Many of its original eighteenth- and nineteenth-century buildings remain intact as is Harrisburg's small town feel.
Art Association of Harrisburg
The Art Association of Harrisburg, founded in 1926 presents six invitational exhibitions. The annual exhibits feature works in all styles and media by area, national, and international artists. The Art Association also offers art classes.
Art Association Of Harrisburg
21 North Front Street
Harrisburg, PA 17101-1625
United States
21 North Front Street
Harrisburg, PA 17101-1625
United States
Phone 1 (717) 236-1432
Fax 1 (717) 236-6631
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 9:30 | 9:30 | 9:30 | 9:30 | 9:30 | 10:00 | 12:00 |
| Close | 21:00 | 21:00 | 21:00 | 21:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 |
City Island
City Island is an island park in the middle of the Susquehanna River. A bathing beach, nature trails and jogging tracks are available.
Fort Hunter Mansion
Fort Hunter Mansion is a fully restored nineteenth-century plantation complex with nine outbuildings. The surrounding 40 acre park overlooks the Susquehanna River and Blue Mountain Range. The grounds offer picnic pavilions, children's play equipment and a riverfront walking area.
Fort Hunter Mansion
5300 North Front Street
Harrisburg, PA 17110-1718
United States
5300 North Front Street
Harrisburg, PA 17110-1718
United States
Phone 1 (717) 599-5751
Fax 1 (717) 599-5838
Hours
May 1 to December 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 12:00 |
| Close | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 |
Harrisburg Opera
The Harrisburg Opera Association performs at the Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts. Since its inception, local opera performers have presented several performances a year - to date over 45 productions have been enacted.
Harrisburg Opera Association
225 Market Street, 2nd Floor
Harrisburg, PA 17101
United States
225 Market Street, 2nd Floor
Harrisburg, PA 17101
United States
Phone 1 (717) 236-7372
Fax 1 (717) 236-8146
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Museum of Scientific Discovery (closed)
ATTRACTION IS CLOSED.
More than 100 interactive exhibits educate children and adults alike about the principles of science. For instance, The Cave allows visitors to climb into the depths of the earth, and the Skylights Astronomy Center enables visitors to take a virtual trip into the galaxy. There is also a STARLAB portable planetarium.
More than 100 interactive exhibits educate children and adults alike about the principles of science. For instance, The Cave allows visitors to climb into the depths of the earth, and the Skylights Astronomy Center enables visitors to take a virtual trip into the galaxy. There is also a STARLAB portable planetarium.
Riverfront Park
Located on the Capital Area Greenbelt, the park extends 5 miles along the east bank of the Susquehanna River. War memorials and a sunken flower garden are located in the park. Walking, bicycling, rollerblading, fishing and picnicking are allowed throughout.
State Capitol
The Capitol is an Italian Renaissance building covering two acres, containing more than 600 rooms and featuring a 272-foot dome as well as bronze doors, murals, stained glass windows and a marble staircase (designed after the one in the Paris Grand Opera House).
State Museum of Pennsylvania
The State Museum of Pennsylvania features Civil War artifacts as well as archaeological, geology, paintings, decorative arts, animal dioramas and industrial exhibits. The museum is also home to a planetarium where visitors can learn more about the stars and planets.
State Museum of Pennsylvania
300 North Street
Harrisburg, PA 17120-0024
United States
300 North Street
Harrisburg, PA 17120-0024
United States
Phone 1 (717) 787-4979
Fax 1 (717) 783-4558
Hours
June 14 to June 30
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 12:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
July 1 to June 13
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | Closed | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 12:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Discounts on
Saturday
Facilities
Gift shop
Susquehanna Art Museum
The Susquehanna Art Museum, opened in 1989, is devoted to contemporary art including works by American painters, photographers and sculptures. It has served as Harrisburg's only dedicated art museum. The "Doshi" Gallery is run by a group of local artists to highlight new work by emerging and established artists, and the VanGo! Museum on Wheels takes original artwork into the community.
All values are in United States Dollars
Susquehanna Art Museum
15 North Third Street
Harrisburg, PA 17101-2224
United States
15 North Third Street
Harrisburg, PA 17101-2224
United States
Phone 1 (717) 233-8668
Fax 1 (717) 233-8155
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | 10:00 | 10:00 | 16:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 13:00 |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 20:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
American Independance Day (July 4)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Day after Christmas, St Stephen's Day, Boxing Day (December 26)
New Year's Eve (December 31)
Easter - Christian (Apr 08)
American Independance Day (July 4)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Day after Christmas, St Stephen's Day, Boxing Day (December 26)
New Year's Eve (December 31)
Easter - Christian (Apr 08)
| Adult | $ 5.00 |
| Students | $ 3.00 |
| Senior | $ 3.00 |
| Child 12 & under | FREE |
The Pennsylvania National Fire Museum (formerly Fire Museum of Greater Harrisburg)
Opened in 1993, the Pennsylvania National Fire Museum outlines the history of fire fighting in Dauphin County and surrounding communities. The building was originally the Reily Hose Company No. 10. On display are various fire engines, helmets, belts, uniforms, and other firefighters' equipment.
The Pennsylvania National Fire Museum
1820 North 4th Street
Harrisburg, PA 17102-1501
United States
1820 North 4th Street
Harrisburg, PA 17102-1501
United States
Phone 1 (717) 232-8915
Fax 1 (717) 232-8916
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 13:00 |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
Facilities
Gift shop
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