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The Mechanicsburg Museum Association				New Museum Hours Wednesday - Saturday 12:00 noon to 3:00 p.m. Sunday 1:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
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2 Strawberry Alley Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 (717) 697-6088

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In 1975, a small group of dedicated and concerned citizens established what was to become Mechanicsburg's "museum," saving precious local historic materials and objects from loss or destruction.

From that simple idea and the energy of those few individuals, plus others who supported their efforts, the Mechanicsburg Museum Association has grown. The Passenger Station, Freight Station, Stationmaster's House, Frankeberger Tavern and Washington Street Station are all maintained by volunteers who belong to the Mechanicsburg Museum Association.

While a variety of fund raising efforts and capital campaigns provided the capital for purchasing and the preservation of these facilities, nothing would have been accomplished without the tireless devotion and hard work donated by our volunteers.

Nearly every day, regular volunteers can be seen at the Museum doing all those little things that "keep the show on the road." Someone has to plan for the displays, set them up, promote them, take them down, and prepare for the next exhibit. At regular intervals, the properties are open to the public and "docents," trained museum guides, must be on hand to explain the whys and wherefores of these old buildings to many visitors. There are many more opportunities for service at the museum, some requiring a fair amount of time, others a few hours here and there.

However, the most rewarding part of any of these activities is that you are taking an active role in the preservation of our community's history and heritage. By volunteering, you are making a lasting contribution to our future.

If you are interested in finding out more about volunteer opportunities at the Mechanicsburg Museum Association, please contact the MMA at (717) 697-6088.

2008 MMA Calendar of Events

Upcoming and Current Events

"Secrets Revealed"
Passenger Station - above ground archaeology. Exploration on the first floor, west waiting room.

"Small Worlds"
Finely Crafted Miniatures by Local Artisans

Lunch and Learn Noon Talk Series

Sunday Afternoon at Museum Square Lecture Series

Events and Activities

April	20th - National Volunteer Week 21st - Docent Training, 1 - 3 p.m. (three Mondays in a row) 24th - Historic House Progressive Dinner for Volunteers provided by the Museum in honor of National Volunteer Week 26th - Spring Clean Up Day, 10 a.m. - 12 noon 28th - Antiques Appraisal - Union Church, 6:30 - 9 p.m.
May	3rd - Frankeberger Tavern opens with a special program for families, 1 p.m. 17th - 11th Annual Heritage Golf Tournament - Rich Valley Golf Course 17th - Art Walk and Wine Tasting, 12 noon - 5 p.m. 25th - "Small Worlds" exhibit closes at 4 p.m. 26th - Mechanicsburg Memorial Day Parade with Museum Float
June	7th - Civil War Reenactment of the Occupation of Mechanicsburg at Stationmaster's House, Frankeberger Tavern and Downtown Mechanicsburg 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. / June 8th, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Lunch and Learn Noon Talk Series - You won't want to miss a single program.

Talk begins at noon. Bring along your lunch. Coffee and tea provided.


These events are free.

Sunday Afternoon at Museum Square Lecture Series

Lecture begins at 2:00 p.m.

May 4th	"For Safe Keeping - the Power of Women's Artistic Traditions" Amy Skillman, Vice-President, Institute for Cultural Partnership
These presentations are free. Donations are accepted and will benefit the association's Collections Care Program.