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Franklin County Visitors Bureau Hosts Learn & Explore Weekend: Road to Freedom; Launches Statue Campaign to Honor John Brown & Frederick Douglass History
Chambersburg, PA — The American Semi-quincentennial has been the centerpiece of 2026 as Franklin County Visitors Bureau highlighted the county's deep contributions to American history. Throughout the year, initiatives have explored the Road to Freedom—from frontier and colonial America, through raids and invasions of the Civil War, and into World War II with Letterkenny Depot. One essential story remains-- Franklin County’s role in the Underground Railroad, the relationship of John Brown and Frederick
“The Wonderful Illustrator of Franklin County” Bus Tour Tickets On Sale “Wizard of Oz” Illustrator W.W. Denslow Franklin County’s Drawings Explored
Franklin County, PA – The Franklin County Visitors Bureau invites the public to experience the “wizard of illustration’s” view of Franklin County from the comfort of a guided bus tour on Sunday, October 25. The “Wonderful Illustrator of Franklin County” tour departs from the Franklin County 11/30 Visitors Center in downtown Chambersburg. Doors open at 8:30 a.m., with the tour returning between 4:30 and 5:00 p.m. Tickets are $80 per person or $150 for two people. This tour includes a buffet lunch, a
Used Book Sale seeks donations to benefit Habitat for Humanity
Used Book Sale seeks donations to benefit Habitat for Humanity in partnership with St. John’s UCC and sponsored by BCM Payroll ServicesHabitat for Humanity and St. John’s United Church of Christ have again partnered to host a used book sale to benefit Habitat’s housing ministry in Franklin County. The sale is sponsored by BCM Payroll Services. Online details can be found at: www.sjucc1811.org/book-sale. From Aug 31 - Oct 10, materials can be donated in five ways:At any of the Patriot Federal Credit Union
Investing in Housing Solutions Across South Central Pennsylvania
Housing shapes every part of community life. When people have a safe and stable place to live, families are stronger, health improves and communities are better positioned to grow. That is why The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC) has committed to supporting safe, stable housing for all. Through its Equitable Access to Housing initiative, TFEC is working to expand options for affordable and accessible housing across its footprint. The effort is focused on building long-term community stability.
