Pennsylvania promises a surprise at every turn. Home to nearly 13 million people, the sixth largest state in America has something for just about every one. Two big cities – Philadelphia and Pittsburgh – bookend the state while rolling farmland, the Amish countryside, and small towns make up the central part of the state. Then, of course, there are the sandy beaches of Erie and the lush forests and state parks. Together with Maryland, Delaware, and Virginia, Pennsylvania makes up the mid-Atlantic states.
Mid-Atlantic states, fertile with farmland, are known for being multi-cultural, sporting a vibrant cultural scene, and focusing on the trade industry and farming. Many, in fact, define the mid-Atlantic region as the buffer between the north and the south. The enchanting town of Carlisle is a perfectly mid-Atlantic town in Pennsylvania that you’ll want to add to your bucket list.
Uncover a rich Pennsylvania history in Carlisle, founded in 1751. Just a half an hour outside of Harrisburg, nearly 19,000 Pennsylvanians call the charming town home.
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Stroll through the picturesque campus of Dickinson College, The historic college was founded in 1783 by Benjamin Rush, one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence. A little over 2,000 students, from 43 countries and 40 states, currently attend the small liberal arts college.
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Less than two miles from Dickinson College sits The United States Army War College, founded in 1757 and America’s second oldest military base.
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Embrace the warmth of the community when you explore the charming downtown area that’s a throwback to the America of yesteryear with…
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The Bosler Memorial Library, an architectural gem featuring stain glassed windows and pine floors. The library has been a center of community activity since 1900.
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Discover the power of a community that works together, evident in the Little Libraries in Carlisle and the town’s thriving cultural scene.
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Carlisle lays claim to a plethora of arts-related organizations, including the Carlisle Arts Learning Center, The Garden Gallery, the Carlisle Performing Arts Center, and the Carlisle Theatre.
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Downtown Carlisle leaps alive all year around with such regular events as First Friday (May through October annually), the annual Corvettes at Carlisle, the Summer Artists Series, and the annual Grand Sousa Concert.
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Celebrate the holiday season in Carlisle, which transforms into a winter wonderland every winter with visits from Santa, sleigh rides, a Christmas parade and tree lighting, a winter gala, and storytelling with Mrs. Claus.
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End your day in Carlisle by grabbing a seat at one of the downtown restaurants - such as Market Cross Pub & Brewery (pictured below) - that allows you to enjoy a sidewalk seat.
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This perfectly mid-Atlantic town in Pennsylvania charms visitors with its quaint shops, enchanting restaurants, and community closeness. Here’s another storybook town in Pennsylvania that you’ll definitely want to visit.
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