Franklin County, Administrative county in south-central Pennsylvania, United States
Description
Franklin County is an administrative county in south-central Pennsylvania comprising rolling terrain and farmland across its expanse. The area includes several municipalities, with Chambersburg serving as the county seat and Waynesboro standing as another principal city.
History
The territory was established as a separate county by the Pennsylvania General Assembly in 1784 and named after one of the nation's founding figures. The region played a role during the Civil War and gradually developed into an agricultural and commercial hub.
Culture
The county maintains multiple court facilities in Chambersburg, providing essential judicial services including family court proceedings and legal documentation.
Practical
The administrative offices in Chambersburg handle services such as permits, taxes, and registration records for residents and visitors. These facilities are accessible during standard business hours and the county offers accommodation options in hotels located within the main towns.
Did you know?
The county's geographical position at latitude 39.93 and longitude -77.72 places it strategically between major metropolitan areas while maintaining agricultural landscapes.
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Wilson College
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Cowans Gap State Park
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Buchanan's Birthplace State Park
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Rockhill Trolley Museum
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Big Mountain
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Shippen House
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Franklin County Courthouse
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Alexander Hamilton House
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Fowlers Hollow State Park
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Cross Mountain
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Franklin County Jail
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John Brown House
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Lane House
19.4 km
Middle Spring Presbyterian Church
22.8 km
Rocky Spring Presbyterian Church
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Zion Reformed Church
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Rock Hill Farm
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Martin's Mill Covered Bridge
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Welty's Mill Bridge
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Capitol Theatre
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Mansfield
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Masonic Temple
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Skinner Tavern
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