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The Appalachian Trail Museum opened its doors to the public in June 2010. Located in Pine Grove Furnace State Park - and a short distance from the midway point of the 2,175-mile Appalachian Trail - it is the only hiking museum in the country.


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Carlisle also is home to the Carlisle Vault, which opened in January 2011. This 200- year old former bank has been complete- ly renovated and converted into a brand new meeting and event location.


The historic Ironmaster’s Mansion at Pine Grove Furnace State Park closed its doors in May 2010 for renovations. With the assistance of the Central PA Conservancy and over 4,800 hours of volunteer help, it is poised to celebrate its grand re-opening in early May 2011. The reopened mansion will act as a hostel for Appalachian Trail hikers, an educational center for programming, and as a venue for meetings and social events.


The Appalachian Trail Museum opened its doors to the community in June 2010. Also located in Pine Grove Furnace State Park - and a short distance from the mid- way point of the 2,175-mile Appalachian Trail - it is the only hiking museum in the country, and attracted more than 8,000 visitors in its first season. For its second season, the A.T. Museum is offering edu- cational programming and events from now through September 2011.


With successful locations in Lemoyne and Camp Hill, the Pizza Grille recently brought its gourmet pizzas and delicious dishes to Carlisle. Pretzel Spot Café in Carlisle features a local favorite, Beiler’s soft pretzels and pretzel logs. In addition, Helena’s Chocolate Café and Creperie, also located in Carlisle, dishes out sweet and savory crepes and other delectable desserts.


Places to Meet


The 57 wooded acres of the Allenberry Resort Inn and Playhouse is next to the beautiful and historic Yellow Breeches Creek. Allenberry's variety of indoor


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meeting rooms and facilities are flexible and convenient, and when work is fin- ished its playhouse offers professional theatre and murder mystery weekends. There are also 71 guest rooms in three lodges and fine dining on location.


The Carlisle Expo Center is centrally located and easily accessible from Interstate 81 and the PA Turnpike. Owned and managed by Carlisle Events, the 30,000-square foot center is one of the largest venues in the Harrisburg area and offers a great deal of flexibility.


The Conference Center at Shippensburg University offers unique versatility that lends itself to a wide array of profession- al, educational and social events. It offers the latest technology and audio-visual equipment, plus complimentary parking and superb catering services.


U.S. Army Heritage and Education Center is the army’s preeminent research facility. Its collection numbers over 14 mil- lion items, and its photo archives include the largest collection of Civil War photos. New in 2011 is an expansion that includes an additional exhibit and inter- pretive gallery, multi-purpose rooms, a museum store and cafeteria.


Built in 1918, the Carlisle Ribbon Mill has a capacity of up to 380-seated guests and offers a unique loft-style atmosphere for a wide variety of events and social gatherings. Its natural brick walls, exposed wood beams and maple floor create a warm and inviting environment.


Kings Gap is well known for the four-mile road that winds through its 1,454 acres to the historic Italian villa-style stone man- sion atop South Mountain. The Kings Gap Environmental Education and Training Center on site focuses on natural and cultural interpretation and education, while the mansion is available for meet- ings and events.


Things to Do


The first Hayman Pro Rodeo in Carlisle was awarded the “Best Footing Award” by the Womens’ Pro Rodeo Association in 2010. Hayman will present its second pro rodeo on May 27, 2011, an event that includes bareback bronco riding, saddle bronc riding, steer wrestling, bull riding, music, food and more.


The town of Boiling Springs was formally approved as an official Appalachian Trail Community. This recognition is given to communities that provide service to hik- ers, promote the asset of the Appalachian Trail, and support communi- ty initiatives for economic development and conservation planning. Boiling Springs is the sixth community to be given this honor in the United States and the first in Pennsylvania.


Pine Grove Furnace State Park was named Pennsylvania’s State Park of the Year for 2010 by the Pennsylvania Parks and Forests Foundation. In 2010, the park held a grand opening of the Appalachian Trail Museum and started restoration on the Ironmaster's Mansion.


Cumberland Valley will begin honoring the Civil War Sesquicentennial (150th anniversary) in May 2011. The celebration begins at Army Heritage Days at U.S. Army Heritage and Education Center on May 21-22, 2011. This living history event will also include the traveling PA Civil War Road Show exhibit. Programming will be carried out through the anniversary peri- od until 2015.


In addition, spring/summer 2011 marks the first ever Cumberland Valley Civil War Road Bike Tours. Running specific week- ends from May through July 2011, visi- tors will be able to experience Civil War history, unique attractions, dining and lodging while peddling though the Cumberland Valley.


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