Kick off your visit to Carlisle with a stroll around the Dickinson College campus. Meander among the 180 acres of walkways, breathtaking architecture from the late 1700s and friendly faces. The liberal arts college is located just minutes from downtown Carlisle.Next, take a step back in time at the U.S. Army Heritage and Education Center. The center honors and preserves the legacy of the men and women who have served the country. Learn about the history of the Army in three different indoor exhibits, or stroll the one-mile Army Heritage Trail. The outdoor trail features reconstructions from military periods throughout America's history, from the Revolutionary War to World War II and the Vietnam War.
Spend some time at the Carlisle Barracks, the current site of the U.S. Army War College. The historic spot served as a munitions depot during the Revolutionary War, was set aflame by the Confederate Army and later housed the Carlisle Indian School. Be sure to tour the Hessian Powder Magazine, built in 1777.
Make a stop at Georgie Lou's Retro Candy & Gifts, the local favorite sweets shop in downtown Carlisle. The store offers old-time candies, vintage metal lunch boxes and toys your grandparents used to cherish.
Soak in the local wilderness at the Kings Gap Environmental Education and Training Center. Sixteen miles of trails weave through the picturesque Cumberland Valley. Self-guided tours of the park's mansion delight visitors, and picnic benches near the gardens offer a nice getaway from the sounds of the city.Wrap up your time in Carlisle at the Cumberland County Historical Society. This free museum offers genealogy services, exhibits on the Revolutionary War and a look at immigration into the United States.
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