Step Back to Harrisburg in 1776 With “An Evening With John Harris, Jr.”

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The city of Harrisburg river walk along the Susquehanna River is an example of an urban forest, or greenspace.

aired; August 25, 2026

As Pennsylvania marks the nation’s 250th anniversary, the Historical Society of Dauphin County is inviting the public to step back into the world of Harris’ Ferry, also known as Paxton, during the Revolutionary era. “An Evening with John Harris, Jr.: A Look at Life in Harrisburg in 1776” takes place Wednesday, August 26, at 7 p.m. at the John Harris-Simon Cameron Mansion in Harrisburg. Re-enactor and author Rev. David Biser, president of the Historical Society of Dauphin County, will portray John Harris, Jr., bringing the community’s 18th-century history to life. The program will explore what everyday life was like in the area, including making a living, currency, interactions with Native people, slavery, food and drink, leisure, Harris’ Ferry and Harris’ contributions to the Revolutionary War. Biser has portrayed Harris for more than 15 years at local festivals, fundraisers and community events, including an annual July 4 reading of the Declaration of Independence from the steps of the Harris-Cameron Mansion. The program follows the Historical Society’s annual membership meeting, and the public is welcome to attend. RSVP not required but appreiciated. RSVP to director@dauphincountyhistory.org or 717-233-3462.

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