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ATTRACTIONS museums, galleries & history • shopping & antiques • theater • carshows There are many attractions around Carlisle, some permanently here, some which vary with the seasons, either way you will find many things to do. We have listed the attractions which present opportunities for enjoyment year-round, but please take advantage of our Twitter, Blog, and Facebook presences to keep in touch with the happenings here in Carlisle, the Crossroads of Pennsylvania.

	Shops & Galleries From Boutiques to Beading, and Ballet shoes to Brogues, Carlisle has enough shops to keep everyone happy! And of course there are refreshments ranging from premium coffees to the 50's Malt Shop to keep you going as you empty those shelves!Return to top
	Antiques From Polish pottery and display cases made from antique window sills and frames at Firehouse Antiques on West Street in Carlisle, to over 100 different vendors at Bedford Street Antiques (the old Carlisle Garment Company), to shop owners that can tell and show you some of the history of the Carlisle Area, each antique shop has its own unique qualities that can turn your browsing experience into a "What's around that corner?" adventure! Return to top
	Carlisle Theatre The Carlisle Theatre, originally called The Comerford, opened its doors in May of 1939. During its early years, the Theatre offered daily continuous shows from 2:30 until 11:30 P.M. The matinee price for adults was 25 cents and the evening price 40 cents. With the advent of cineplexes, the Theatre entered a state of decline in the 1970's, eventually closing in 1986. In 1993 a huge revival effort resurrected the theater as the Carlisle Regional Performing Arts Center and features live stage performances, indie movies, concerts and other performing arts. Return to top
	Cumberland County Historical Society The Cumberland County Historical Society, founded in 1874, is dedicated to collecting, preserving and interpreting the rich history of Cumberland County. The Society maintains a library, archives, museum and lecture hall on North Pitt Street in downtown Carlisle and the Two Mile House in South Middleton Township. The CCHS has over 37,000 visitors annually, over 1,500 members and 220 volunteers. The award-winning museum includes galleries of furniture, silver, tools, redware, pottery, ironware, painted plank-bottom chairs, tall-case clocks. samplers, coverlets, and paintings produced by local artisans. Particularly noteworthy are the Schimmel and Mountz woodcarvings and the materials from the Carlisle Indian Industrial School. The museum is free to the public. Return to top
	Historic Wayside Markers In 2002, Historic Carlisle Inc. and the Borough of Carlisle partnered to initiate the Carlisle Wayside Marker Project using interpretive signage to honor and preserve Carlisle's rich historical past for the enjoyment and education of Carlisle's residents and visitors alike. The Wayside Markers tell the story of Carlisle's people, buildings and historic sites and events, and provide a gentle stroll through the beautiful Downtown Historic District. Return to top
	U.S. Army Heritage and Education Center (USAHEC) The U.S. Army Heritage and Education Center (USAHEC) is the United States Army's preeminent museum and research complex, dedicated to educating and preserving the legacy of the men and women who have served their nation as soldiers. The ASHEC mission is to educate a broad audience on the heritage of the Army by acquiring, preserving and making available historical records, materials and artifacts. The USAHEC Vision is to become the premier center for US Army heritage focused on research, education and interpretation. Return to top
	Cars at Carlisle Carlisle Events produces eight specialty shows, plus the Spring and Fall events which also serve as the basis for the Spring and Fall Collector Car Auctions. The specialty shows include Carlisle Performance & Style, Carlisle Import-Kit/Replicar, Carlisle All-Ford Nationals, Carlisle All-GM Nationals, Carlisle All-Chrysler Nationals, Carlisle Summer Bike Fest, Carlisle All-Truck Nationals, and Corvettes at Carlisle. Return to top
	Fall Hershey Car Show With over 1500 show cars and over 9,000 flea market spaces, the Hershey Fall Meet is the place to be if you love cars! And of course, the Carlisle House is the place to stay if you love comfort, great breakfasts and terrific restaurants to recover from the show days! Just 40 minutes from HersheyPark. Return to top