A Journey Through Mechanicsburg's History
Explore historic maps, timelines, Cumberland Valley Railroad heritage, and local stories.
Stories From Our Archives
Dive into original articles from our archives—like the 1907 public fountain dedication and heroic feats of the Washington Fire Company.
Mechanicsburg Through the Years
From its earliest days as Drytown to booming railroad era and township milestones—this timeline highlights pivotal moments in Mechanicsburg history.
1801
Frankenberger Taven was built by George Frankenberger
1828
Town incorporated as "Mechanicsburg"
1837-1839
CVRR opened the rail line from Carlisle to Harrisburg, through Mechanicsburg
1862-63
Civil War skirmish; Confederate troops occupied town
1866
Construction of the Stationmaster's House
1867
Construction of the Passenger Station
1872
Construction of the CVRR Freight Station
1899
Construction of the Washington Street Station
1919
CVRR was merged into the Pennsylvania Railroad.
1975
Museum founded to preserve local heritage
Past Editions of
The Station Dispatch
Explore our archive of The Station Dispatch, the Mechanicsburg Museum Association’s official newsletter. Each edition is filled with stories from Mechanicsburg’s rich history, updates on exhibits, preservation projects, and highlights from our local heritage.