The mansion was built by the city's founder in 1766 and enlarged in 1863 by Simon Cameron, a former US senator and President Lincoln's first Secretary of War. Exhibits highlight local history and art. Advanced reservations are need for the guided 90-minute tour.
Office hours are: Monday-Thursday 10am-4pm; closed holidays.
Location:
219 S Front St, Harrisburg Pennsylvania 17104
Telephone
717-233-3462
Other History nearby:
(Strasburg) Amish Village
(McSherrystown) Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus
(Mount Joy) Bube's Brewery
(Carlisle) Carlisle Barracks
(Gettysburg) Confederate States Armory & Museum
(Mount Joy) Donegal Mills Plantation
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01/10 Coming to The Harrisburg area
National Cherry Blossom Festival Washington DC March20-April14 The nation’s greatest springtime celebration unites for four spectacular weekends including the Cherry Blossom Parade.
Galena Dogwood Festival Galena MD May4 The annual Galena Dogwood Festival is will take place throughout Galena. The parade will have a War of 1812 theme.
Dover Days Festival Dover DE May3-5 As one of the longest running festivals in the state of Delaware, Dover Days dates back to 1933. What started as a garden tour staged by the Dover Garden Club, has now become an annual time to remember First State heritage with community spirit and an entertaining festival of family events.
Dover Days Festival Dover DE May3-5 You can claim Dover, Delaware, the capital city of the First State, as your state capital during the 80th anniversary celebration of the Dover Days Festival!.
Maryland Sheep and Wool Festival West Friendship MD May4-5 A fun-filled weekend of live animals, crafts and supplies, entertainment and more.
Maryland Faerie Festival Darlington MD May10-12 The Maryland Faerie Festival celebrates the Faeries in an atmosphere and with entertainment inspired by Faerie folklore and literature.
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