Events

“Picking up pawpaws, put em’ in your pocket, way down yonder in the pawpaw patch.” That old familiar Appalachian Trail tune is a melody of the ages. Meet a Naturalist in front of the Mansion for an afternoon walk with a chance to learn about the largest native North American fruit, the pawpaw.

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Participants create their own handmade blankets from start to finish. This hands-on experience encourages creativity, teamwork, and pride in making something unique with their own skills.

Join a Naturalist for an afternoon walk at Detweiler Park. Search for mushrooms and fungus while hiking the trails. Learn a few fun facts about the specimens discovered and how these organisms are vital to the survival of our forests.

Led by Angela Hartley, Master Gardener of Dauphin County, the program is part of the Gardening with Insects series and features locally relevant imagery of insects photographed in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.

Join Penn State Master Gardeners with a leisurely stroll to learn about the trees and plants at The Harrisburg Cemetery Arboretum.

Join us after hours for a tour of the historic Fort Hunter Mansion as we explore taboo topics from mourning etiquette to hair jewelry. This is not intended to be a scary or haunted tour of the Mansion, but rather an opportunity to dig up the history of customs and practices that have since been laid to rest. Pre-registration required. Space is limited.

Join volunteer Jane Earle for a fall tree walk to view the leaves in their full color and learn how to identify them. Meet in front of the Nature Center. This program is part of the Park Rx series of programs sponsored by Highmark Blue Shield. Space is limited. Pre-registration required.

This session, led by Rachel Andreoli of Andreoli Strategies LLC, focuses on how small, intentional actions can meaningfully strengthen the communities around us. It explores practical, real-world ways to build trust, foster connection, and create a stronger sense of belonging in both personal and professional spaces, showing that even simple interactions can add to lasting community impact.

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