2006-09-27 06:12:09 · 6 answers · asked by kungpaochix 1 in Travel ➔ United States ➔ Other - United States
The following site provides a lot of information regarding Harrisburg, PA and what it has to offer:
http://www.visithhc.com/
Enjoy!
2006-09-28 06:14:40 · answer #1 · answered by isong 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts
717-221-8201,
222 Market St.
Harrisburg, PA 17101-2117
United States
Located in a 20,000-square-foot facility; offers over 200 interactive exhibits that provides multilevel learning opportunities.
The National Civil War Museum
717-260-1861,
1 Lincoln Circle
Harrisburg, PA 17103-2411
United States
Many exhibits, artifacts and manuscripts available in this unique museum; educational and entertaining tours are available.
John Harris-Simon Cameron Mansion Museum
717-233-3462,
219 S Front St.
Harrisburg, PA 17104-1619
United States
Features a 19th century drawing room and parlor with 14-foot high ceilings and magnificent chandeliers.
Fox Hole Paintball Store and Fields
717-541-9430,877-909-7055
P.O. Box 2291
Harrisburg, PA 17101
United States
Spend an entire day playing an eventful game of paintball; store offers many accessories and necessities.
State Museum of Pennsylvania
717-787-4978,
3rd & North Sts.
Harrisburg, PA 17102
United States
Pride of the Susquehanna Riverboat
717-234-6500,
116 Pine St.
Harrisburg, PA 17101-1244
United States
Scenic 45 minute cruises on the Susquehanna River in an authentic paddle wheel riverboat; also dinner cruises and charter services available.
Susquehanna Art Museum
717-233-8668,
301 Market St.
Harrisburg, PA 17101-2224
United States
Displays many fine art creations that reflect the cultural heritage of the community; exhibits change each year with the season.
2006-09-27 13:25:16 · answer #2 · answered by mysticideas 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to Gettysburg. It's about 35 miles south on US 15 and well worth the visit
2006-09-27 13:26:23 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Harrisburg is the State Capital of Pennsylvania. Try to get a tour of the State Capital Building. They might also have something going on at the Farm Show Complex. Take a tour of the Governor's Mansion, the National Civil War Museum, the State Museum of Pennsylvania, the Pennsylvania National Fire Museum, or the Broad Street Market.
Rich in the history that helped shape both the nation and its sixth largest state, Harrisburg has been the capital city of Pennsylvania since 1812 and the seat of Dauphin County since 1785.
Harrisburg, is a reflection of all the history, beauty and pride of the state. This is most prevalent on City Island, the city’s island park. Also on City Island, you'll find the popular Harrisburg Senators AA Minor League baseball team. Back on the "mainland," sports fans enjoy watching the Harrisburg Heat, a professional indoor soccer team playing its home games in the state Farm Show Complex. This sprawling facility also hosts a variety of fantastic year-round events, including the Pennsylvania Farm Show agricultural exposition; the Eastern Sports, Boat, Camping, Travel and Outdoor Show; the Keystone State Games and the Penn National Horse Show.
Visitors to Harrisburg can board an old-fashioned paddlewheeler, the Pride of the Susquehanna, which cruises down the river. Carriage rides, a mini-steam train and village shops also contribute to the charm. But, this historical enchantment isn’t restricted to City Park. Harrisburg’s streets are lined with small shops, quaint cafes and old buildings. The stately John Harris Mansion offers three centuries of history and displays fine American folk art. The State Museum of Pennsylvania also showcases the area’s history from archaeology and military to fine art. Across the street is the Capitol with its remarkable domed roof, inspired by St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome.
Some sights to see are:
The National Civil War Museum: The only museum in the United States that portrays the entire story of the American Civil War. Equally balanced presentations are humanistic in nature without bias to Union or Confederate cause.
The State Museum of Pennsylvania: Established in 1905, the museum features preserved artifacts. Located across from the museum is the State Capitol. Exhibits located in the museum include the William Penn Memorial, Brockerhoff House, Archaeology, Military History, Fine Arts and more. Situated in the museum is a planetarium.
The State Capital Building:
t the dedication of the Capitol building in 1906, President Teddy Roosevelt described this structure as "the handsomest building I ever saw". The capitol dome rises 272 feet. This vaulted dome weighs 52 million pounds, and was modeled after St. Peter's Basilica in Rome. It's beautiful staircase looks like one from the Paris Opera. Over 100,000 people per year enjoy a free tour of Harrisburg's Capitol building.
Walk across a plaza to the Forum building, housing the State Library, an extensive Law Library and genealogical search room for visitors.
If you would like to take a free tour of Pennsylvania's Capitol building, call or write the General Assembly's Office Of Capitol Visitor Services at 1-800-TOUR-N-PA (800-868-7672). You will want to reserve your tour as far in advance as possible.
You can also explore Pennsylvania government at work by visiting the Welcome Center at the Capitol. Learn about Pennsylvania Government -- and have fun in the process -- by reading, listening, touching and interacting with 18 colorful, informative exhibits. The Welcome Center is located in the East Wing of the Capitol, and is open regular workdays (Monday through Friday, except holidays) from 8:30am to 4:30pm.
Kids who live in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania can get a free "Welcome to Pennsylvania's Capitol" coloring book, and brochures about Pennsylvania and its Capitol by calling or writing to the office of their local Legislator's office.
Pennsylvania National Fire Museum: Erected in 1899 as the home of the Reily Hose Company fire brigade and now serves, through a stunning restoration achievement, as a distinctive fire museum featuring authentic and priceless national and local firefighting equipment from years past, including the oldest fire apparatus in the nation, a 1790s hand pump cart.
Broad Street Market: Oldest continuously operated market house in the United States. Civil War-era, Stone Building dates to 1860. Features the ethnic-cuisine of the Market Cafe fourt as a major lunch desod court as a major lunch destination. Prominently situated at the head of Verbeke Street with central vista west to the Susquehanna River. Part of the two-building market complex with central plaza as community focal point.
2006-09-27 13:32:11 · answer #4 · answered by Cleveburgher 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
See the Susquehanna (spelling?) River, check out the capitol, visit the mall and shops, get mugged
2006-09-27 13:20:42 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
There's nothing like traveling the "hershey highway".....
2006-09-27 13:20:23 · answer #6 · answered by chad_zortman 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋