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Museums and Tours - Holiday Events and Activities

by John Fischer
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Museums & Tours
  • Gettysburg National Military Park: Explore the grounds of the largest battle waged during the Civil War. Ongoing, (717) 334-1124

  • Hershey’s Chocolate World: Learn how they make chocolate at "the sweetest place on Earth" and visit the new Factory Works to see the process firsthand. Ongoing, (800) HERSHEY

  • James Buchanan’s Wheatland: The Lancaster estate of the nation’s 15th president offers informative tours and a chance to explore the grounds. Ongoing, (717) 392-8721

  • Lancaster Cultural History Museum: This tribute to heritage showcases more than 300 years of Lancaster County history and decorative arts. Ongoing, (717) 299-6440

  • Lancaster Quilt & Textile Museum: Downtown Lancaster’s newest museum offers exquisite exhibits of quilting, decorative needlework, clothing and more. Ongoing, (717) 299-6440

Holiday Events and Activities:

  • Celebrate Independence Weekend in downtown Lancaster: Start the Fourth of July off with a bang - entertainment and a huge fireworks display. July 2, (717) 291-4758

  • Lancaster Symphony Orchestra and Fireworks: Experience this crowd-pleasing pops concert at Long’s Park Amphitheatre and then take in the community’s most popular fireworks display. July 4, (717) 295-7054

  • Christmas Around the World: Life-size scenes depict the holiday season at the National Christmas Center, where visitors can see Santa’s enchanted workshop and rediscover the true meaning of Christmas. November 1-December 31, (717) 442-7950

  • Christmas Candylane at HersheyPark: Christmas in Hershey promises to be bigger and brighter than ever this year. November 12-December 31, (800) HERSHEY

  • Trees Galore: Lancaster Museum of Art’s annual holiday exhibition features two- and three-dimensional artwork by regional artists. November 13, (717) 394-3497

  • Dutch Winter Wonderland at Dutch Wonderland Family Amusement Park: Seasonal celebration includes themed rides, games and holiday lights. November 19-December 26, (866) FUNatDW

  • Gettysburg Yuletide Festival: Highlights include tours of decorated historic homes, caroling, holiday dessert tastings and other events. December 4-5, 11-12, (717) 334-6274

  • New Year’s Eve Celebration - Countdown Lancaster: This celebration in downtown Lancaster on New Year’s Eve features indoor performances and fireworks. December 31, (717) 392-2115

For more information on these events, visit the Pennsylvania Dutch Convention & Visitors Bureau at www.padutchcountry.com.

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