Things to do in Chambersburg
Arts In Chambersburg Pennsylvania
The Chambersburg Area Council for the Arts exists to promote arts and cultural experiences for all the people of the greater Chambersburg area by increasing community awareness, appreciation, and involvement in arts and cultural activities, and by providing services to arts and cultural organizations which enhance their effectiveness. Open Tuesday through Friday, 9 AM - 3 PM, and Saturday, 9 AM - 1 PM. Call 717-264-6883 for more information.
75 South Main Street, Chambersburg, PA
Buchanan's Birthplace State Park
Buchanan's Birthplace State Park is 1 mi. n.w. off SR 16. The 18.5-acre birthplace site is run by Cowans Gap State Park. Activities include fishing and picnicking. A stone monument marks the birthplace of James Buchanan, the only Pennsylvanian to become a U.S. president Call (717) 485-3948 for more information.
Capitol Theatre
The ongoing success of the Capitol Theatre depends on a large and energetic volunteer force, community support at Theatre events, and funding from a variety of sources. historic downtown Chambersburg. Box office open Monday – Friday 10am – 2pm. Call 717-263-0202 for more information.
159 Main Street, Chambersburg, PA
Renfrew Museum and Park
Renfrew Museum and Park, 1010 E. Main St., houses a 300-piece pottery collection and the Nicodemus Collection of Decorative Arts, featuring ceramics, quilts, painted furniture and metalware. Items dating 1790-1830 are displayed in a homelike setting. The park has nature and hiking trails, a picnic area and a 150-seat pavilion. Call (717) 762-4723 for more information.
1010 E. Main St., Waynesboro, PA 17268
The Old Jail
The Old Jail, 175 E. King St., was built in 1818 and was one of the few buildings that survived the burning of Chambersburg by Confederate forces in 1864. The building, featuring an early drugstore, pioneer kitchen, gun collection and genealogical library, houses the Kittochtinny Historical Society. Call (717) 264-1667 for more information.
175 E. King St., Chambersburg, PA 17201