Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Harrisburg, the capital of Pennsylvania, lies on the banks of the Susquehanna River in the south central part of the state. The city offers residents everything from museums and a lively art scene, to an abundance of green space, and its own unique mix of historic and modern architecture.

Downtown Harrisburg is home to a number of museums that celebrate the city's history. Those looking for a broader perspective on the region will want to visit the State Museum of Pennsylvania, while Civil War buffs will enjoy the National Civil War Museum. Also to be found in Harrisburg are the Fort Hunter Mansion & Park and the John Harris Mansion.

The Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra, founded in 1930, offers a full season of music. And Harrisburg is also home to its own theater company, Theatre Harrisburg, which performs out of the city's Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts.

One of Harrisburg's strong points is its green – and blue – space. The city's Riverfront Park and City Island are perfect places to get out and relax along the banks of the Susquehanna. And City Island is also where you'll find Harrisburg's two major sports teams: the Harrisburg Senators Baseball of Minor League Baseball, and the Harrisburg Heat of the Major Indoor Soccer League.

And for those looking to enjoy Pennsylvania's great outdoors, both Gifford Pinchot State Park and Memorial Lake State Park are only a short drive away.

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