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Inns & businessesCapitol Theatre Center
The Capitol Theatre in Chambersburg opened on February 3, 1927, during the silent-film era. Wilford Binder, its first organist, supplied live…
SchoolsEnoch Brown Park
Enoch Brown Park near Greencastle marks the site of a schoolhouse attacked on July 26, 1764. Schoolmaster Enoch Brown and ten children were killed.…
Former Farmer’s Wife antiques shop
The Farmer's Wife antiques shop occupied a building at 103 South Carlisle Street in Greencastle. Owner Marilyn Newcomer described several experiences…
SchoolsJohn Stewart Memorial Library
Sarah Wilson was a major benefactor of Wilson College in Chambersburg, which bears her family's name. A portrait of her became the focus of campus…
InstitutionsOld Franklin County Jail
The Old Franklin County Jail in Chambersburg held prisoners from 1818 until 1971. After becoming a historical society museum, its cells and basement…
OutdoorsPond Bank along Anthony Highway (PA 997)
The ponds beside Anthony Highway, Route 997, in the Pond Bank area of Franklin County are associated with a grieving figure known as the White Lady.…
OutdoorsRenfrew Park
Renfrew Park in Waynesboro preserves a farm and museum landscape along the Antietam Creek. Its name recalls Sarah and Jane Renfrew, two sisters who,…
SchoolsWiestling Hall
Wiestling Hall at Penn State Mont Alto was once the home of ironmaster and Civil War veteran Colonel George Wiestling. He died in 1891, twelve years…