All types of people visit and enjoy the river region every year. From rugged outdoorsmen to art-lovers, our holiday gift guide covers it all. We've got the best for the history buff, art lover, craft beer connoisseur, or outdoor adventurer in your family this holiday season.We even found some fun stocking stuffers for the family! 
Lloyd Mifflin
Artist & Poet along the Susquehanna
Lloyd Mifflin, a 19th century poet and painter from Columbia. He was known as 'America's greatest sonneteer' for writing over 500 poems. His landscape art captured the Susquehanna River and its tributaries, choosing the peacefulness of nature over the noise of the industrial areas.  Dr. Irwin Richman, Professor Emeritus from Penn State Harrisburg will present this lecture on Thursday, December 13th at 6:30 PM.  Proceeds benefit Columbia Crossing educational programs.  Tickets are $10.  

 
Public Meeting at Columbia River Park
Columbia River Park, already a very special place for residents and visitors alike, has the potential to be a riverfront showcase of cutting-edge public access, recreation, and interpretive features.
Columbia envisions a space that bridges the urban and natural environment, explores the vast industrial history and culture of the region, and allows all to experience the great recreational opportunities of the Susquehanna Riverlands.
On Tuesday, December 11, the Columbia River Park Advisory Committee will be holding a public meeting for everyone interested in the future of Columbia River Park. Please come out and join in the discussion...view the preliminary site development plan... and share your thoughts. Doors open at 6 PM, presentation begins at 6:30 PM. 

PA Heritage Area Grant Awarded
In mid-November, Governor Tom Wolf announced a $50 million investment of grants for 280 heritage and outdoor recreation projects across Pennsylvania. Funded through the PA Department of Conservation & Natural Resources, the grants include over $2.1 million for Pennsylvania Heritage Areas. As the designated PA Heritage Area for Lancaster and York Counties, Susquehanna Heritage was awarded $210,000 to coordinate heritage area initiatives, promote heritage and outdoor tourism along the Susquehanna, design and install exhibits for the Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail, launch educational boat tours on the river, and coordinate youth programs at the Zimmerman Center and Columbia Crossing. We appreciate this important investment in our mission to connect people to the river and look forward to working with our partners to advance more great initiatives along the Susquehanna!

Tadpole Time: Winter Animals!
December 12
10:30 am - 11:30 am
For December's Tadpole Time we will waddle penguins and learn how arctic animals stay warm throughout the winter. Monthly Early Childhood storytime for ages 2-5  with their caretakers. $4 per child and registration is suggested due to a limited amount of spots. Register by calling 717-449-5607, e-mailing [email protected] , or pay at the door.


Homeschool Series at Columbia Crossing

For students ages 5-13, meets monthly at Columbia Crossing River Trails Center. Topics will focus on the river and the environment. Hands-on activities and exploration will allow us to investigate and form questions about the natural world around us and learn more about the Susquehanna Riverlands and the living systems that are a part of it. Cost is $5 per student per program. You may pre-pay for multiple months, if desired.

Every  3rd Tuesday of the month from 1:30 PM - 3 PM . Program is cancelled if Columbia Borough School District is closed for weather emergencies.
January 15 - River Erosion
February 19 - Nature Journaling
March 19 - Bees and Pollinators
April 16 - Harnessing the Wind
May 21 - Mayflies, Dragonflies, and Fireflies, OH MY
To register contact Columbia Crossing Program Coordinator Allison Scholz at [email protected]  or at 717-449-5607 ext. 2
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Natural Ornament Workshop
Saturday, December 15
 11:00 am - 3:00 pm

Create your own tree decorations from natural materials like pine cones and acorns. We'll supply all the paint, glitter, and glue you need to get creative. Suggested donation of $2 per person.


Dritt House Lecture
Wednesday, December 12
 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

The Zimmerman Center for Heritage also known as the Dritt House occupies one of the oldest existing homes in York County. Learn about the house's architectural elements and how the house was given new life through the Zimmerman family's restoration efforts. Advance registration required! Doors open at 6:00 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online or ordered by phone at 717-252-0229 ext 7.


Rent Our Facilities
Host your next family or business event at Columbia Crossing or the Zimmerman Center. All rentals support our important work along the River. 

Visitor Center Hours

Tuesday through Sunday
10 am to 4 pm

Columbia Crossing
Tuesday through Saturday
10 am to 4 pm
Sunday
12 pm to 4 pm

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