The best arts & culture spots in Franklin County

3 arts & culture spots we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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The Old Jail

Arts & Culture

From five domed dungeons and a 20-foot limestone wall to tales of "Lewis the Robber," The Old Jail turns 200-plus years of Chambersburg…

175 E King St (Chambersburg)

“From five domed dungeons and a 20-foot limestone wall to tales of "Lewis the Robber," The Old Jail turns 200-plus years of Chambersburg history into an immersive guided tour this week, complete with local artifacts and John Brown connections that make Franklin County’s past feel startlingly close, and way less dusty…”

From the Franklin County newsletter, August 5, 2026

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Paint Girlz

Arts & Culture

Home-decor firm specializing in painting of walls and wood, metal and laminate kitchen cabinets.

213 N 2nd St (Chambersburg)

“Home-decor firm specializing in painting of walls and wood, metal and laminate kitchen cabinets.”

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Chambersburg Heritage Center

Arts & Culture

County history museum with a kids' activity room & souvenir shop in a 1915 bank.

100 Lincoln Way E (Chambersburg)

“County history museum with a kids' activity room & souvenir shop in a 1915 bank.”

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