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York County Made in America Tours combine several activities into a fun-filled four-day event that your group won't want to miss. Many of the factory tours, museums and attractions will be available for large groups to enjoy!
Even better, while staying in York County's affordable first class accommodations, your group will be ideally positioned in the heart of Pennsylvania's #1 tourist region to daytrip to attractions in Gettysburg, Lancaster, Hershey, and Baltimore.
In order to help you plan your group's stay in York County during Made in America Days, we've assembled a list of all participating factory tours, museums and attractions that can accommodate large groups. Reservations for large groups must be made in advance.
Additionally, you can request our NEW Group Tour Planners Guide by clicking here - it's filled with detailed information about attractions, events, dining, and accommodations to assist you with your planning needs.
If you'd like any more information or assistance in planning your stay, let York County Convention and Visitors Bureau's team help. Contact Jennifer Racey at 1-888-858-YORK (9675) (ext. 110) or via e-mail at Jennifer@yorkpa.org. We look forward to your visit!
Factory Tours
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| Address: 1030 Elm Street, York |
| Telephone: 717-848-3121 |
| Web site: www.bradleylift.com |
| Length of tour: 30 min. |
Wednesday, June 18: No Tours
Thursday, June 19: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Friday, June 20: No Tours
Saturday, June 21: No Tours |
| Guided
tour? Yes |
Restrooms? Yes |
Handicap
Accessible? No |
| Cameras
permitted? Yes |
Age
limit? 5 years-old |
Factory
Store on-site? No |
| Conditions/Notes: Children 5-12 must be accompanied by an adult. Safety
glasses required and provided. |
| Description: Bradley
Lifting manufactures custom below the hook lifting equipment
for the Aluminum, Steel, Paper, and Automotive industries.
Mechanical, electric, pneumatic, and vacuum grabs from
50 lb. to 500,000 lb. capacities. On the tour you will
see the Sales and Engineering offices, AutoCAD in use,
steel fabrication, welding, drilling, and machining. |
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| Address: 102 N. Market Street, Mount Joy |
| Telephone: 717-653-2056 |
| Web site: www.bubesbrewery.com |
| Length of tour: 30 min. |
Wednesday, June 18: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Thursday, June 19: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Friday, June 20: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Saturday, June 21: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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| Guided
tour? Yes |
Restrooms? Yes |
Handicap
Accessible? No |
| Cameras
permitted? Yes |
Age
limit? 5 years-old |
Factory
Store on-site? Yes |
| Conditions/Notes: Restaurant on-site. |
Conditions/Notes: Reservations Required. Accepted all days, all times – no restriction on number of people.
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Description: Bube’s Brewery is a 19th century brewery complex in its original condition with a modern brewery on-site. Visitors will learn about beer making 100 years ago and today. The tour includes the underground lagering cellars or catacombs. We will offer a taste of our beer to visitors 21 years of age and over. Bube’s Brewery is the only intact Pre-Prohibition brewery complex left in the United States.
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| Address: 89 Church Road, Emigsville, PA |
| Telephone: 1-800-828-8018 |
| Web site: www.datumfiling.com |
| Length of tour: 45 minutes to 1 hour |
Wednesday, June 18: No Tours
Thursday, June 19: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Friday, June 20: No Tours
Saturday, June 21: No Tours
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| Guided
tour? Yes |
Restrooms? Yes |
Handicap
Accessible? Yes |
| Cameras
permitted? Yes |
Age
limit? 16 years old |
Factory
Store on-site? No |
| Conditions/Notes: Eye protection will be provided (required). No open toed shoes. |
| Description: Family-owned manufacturer of high-density storage products, technical and mailroom furniture, and wardrobe and closet specialties. Visitors to Datum’s 120,000 square foot facility will see the highly automated manufacturing and assembly process and the specialized design services available to customers. |
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| Address: 775 Meadow View Dr., Red Lion |
| Telephone: 717-246-2431 |
| Web site: www.familyheirloomweavers.com |
| Length of tour: 60 min |
| Admission: $3.00 per person |
Wednesday, June 18: No Tours
Thursday, June 19: No Tours
Friday, June 20: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Saturday, June 21: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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| Guided
tour? Yes |
Restrooms? Yes |
Handicap
Accessible? No |
| Cameras
permitted? Yes |
Age
limit? 12 |
Factory
Store on-site? Yes |
| Conditions/Notes: None. |
| Description: Come
see our vintage jacquard looms weaving our historically
accurate 19th century coverlets, place mats, table runners,
and ingrain carpets. After touring the mill, visit our
show house next door to see our fine selection of authentic
coverlets and table accessories. |
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| Address: 9 Reichs Church Road, Marietta, PA |
| Telephone: 1-800-799-1685 |
| Web site: www.georgeswood.com |
| Length of tour: 30-45 minutes |
Wednesday, June 18: 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Thursday, June 19: 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Friday, June 20: 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Saturday, June 21: 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. |
| Guided
tour? Yes |
Restrooms? Yes |
Handicap
Accessible? Yes |
| Cameras
permitted? Yes |
Age
limit? No |
Factory
Store on-site? Yes |
| Conditions/Notes: None. |
| Motorcoaches: Reservations Required. Each day 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. One bus per two hours. |
| Description: We have been making quality hardwood furniture in oak, cherry, walnut and maple for four decades. We pride ourselves in the beauty, workmanship, and endurance of our furniture. Come tour our woodshop and see our craftsmen building tomorrow’s antiques today. |
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| Address: 1017 N. Sherman Street, York |
| Telephone: 717-757-6878 |
| Length of tour: 30-45min |
Wednesday, June 18: No Tours
Thursday, June 19: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Friday, June 20: No Tours
Saturday, June 21: No Tours |
| Guided
tour? Yes |
Restrooms? Yes |
Handicap
Accessible? No |
| Cameras
permitted? Yes |
Age
limit? No |
Factory
Store on-site? No |
| Conditions/Notes: Small children must be accompanied by an adult. |
| Motorcoaches: Reservations Required. Before Noon |
| Description: Creativity abounds in our studio where exhibits,
signs and graphics are custom fabricated everyday. Visitors
will learn about different types of materials and techniques
utilized in producing eye-catching graphics. Equipment
in operation will include CNC Router, computerized vinyl
cutter and large format digital printer. |
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| Address: 1425 Eden Road, York |
| Telephone: 877-883-1450 |
| Web
site: www.harley-davidson.com/experience |
| Length of tour: Approximately 60 minutes |
Wednesday, June 18: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Thursday, June 19: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Friday, June 20: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Saturday, June 21: 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. |
| Guided
tour? Yes |
Restrooms? Yes |
Handicap
Accessible? Yes |
Cameras
permitted? Yes- In tour center only, not in factory
|
Age
limit? Yes- 12 years old |
Factory
Store on-site? Yes |
| Conditions/Notes: Low heeled, closed-toe shoes required. Please call for complete details. |
| Motorcoaches: Reservations Required. June 18, 19, & 20 – 8:30 a.m. (for 54 each day) |
Description: Harley-Davidson factory tours
offer you a behind-the-scenes look at the making of
a legend. See first-hand how these legendary machines
come to life. |
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| Address: 251 Park Blvd., Hershey, PA |
| Telephone: 717-534-4900 |
| Web site: www.hersheyschocolateworld.com |
| Length of tour: 15-20 Mins |
Wednesday, June 18: 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Thursday, June 19: 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Friday, June 20: 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Saturday, June 21: 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. |
| Guided
tour? No |
Restrooms? Yes |
Handicap
Accessible? Yes |
| Cameras
permitted? Yes |
Age
limit? No |
Factory
Store on-site? Yes |
Condition Notes: None |
Motorcoaches: Please call ahead. Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, & Saturday: 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. |
| Description: HERSHEY’S CHOCOLATE WORLD, retail attraction for THE HERSHEY COMPANY. Learn fascinating secrets of chocalate making on HERSHEY’S GREAT AMERICAN CHOCOLATE TOUR. Visit HERSHEY’S REALLY BIG 3D SHOW, HERSHEY’S FACTORY WORKS CREATE YOUR OWN, KIT KAT CAFÉ, gift shops and food court. |
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| Address: 2680 Delta Rd Brogue, PA |
| Telephone: 1-800-293-1054 |
| Web site: www.hopeacres.com |
| Length of tour: 75 min. |
Wednesday, June 18: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Thursday, June 19: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Friday, June 20: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Saturday, June 21: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. |
| Guided
tour? Yes |
Restrooms? Yes |
Handicap
Accessible? Yes |
| Cameras
permitted? Yes |
Age
limit? No |
Factory
Store on-site? Yes |
| Admission: $6.50/adults 18+, $5.50/sr. citizens 55+, $4.50/child 3-17 years old |
| Conditions/Notes: There are two steps: one up, one down. Non-electric wheelchairs are able to be pulled up. |
| Motorcoaches: Reservations Required. Based on availability at time of request. |
Description: See cows being milked by robots! This family owned farm, gift shop, and restaurant mixes state-of-the-art technology with good old fashioned cooking and shopping to give you and your family an unforgettable experience. Down at the farm, cows have waterbeds and backscratchers. Back at the Brown Cow, you’ll taste our full-cream ice-cream, dine with a view, and shop ‘til you drop!
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|
| Address: 5847 Lincoln Highway West, Thomasville |
| Telephone: 800-272-4477 ext. 3351 |
| Web site: www.martinschips.com |
Wednesday, June 18: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Thursday, June 19: No Tours
Friday, June 20: No Tours
Saturday, June 21: No Tours |
| Guided
tour? No |
Restrooms? Yes |
Handicap
Accessible? Yes |
| Cameras
permitted? Yes |
Age
limit? No |
Factory
Store on-site? Yes |
| Conditions/Notes: Closed toe shoes must be worn |
| Motorcoach Tours: Reservations Required. Available Wednesday June 18: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. |
Description: Martin's, known for our hand
cook'd "Kettle Cook'd" potato chips and
Bar-B-Que waffle chips, has been a family owned operation
for over 60 years. Come enjoy a close up look at our
process. |
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| Address: 514 Poplar Street, Columbia |
| Telephone: 717-684-8261 |
| Website: www.nawcc.org |
Wednesday, June 18: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Thursday, June 19: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Friday, June 20: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday, June 21: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
| Guided
tour? No |
Restrooms? Yes |
Handicap
Accessible? Yes |
| Cameras
permitted? Yes |
Age
limit? No |
Factory
Store on-site? Yes |
| Conditions/Notes: Admission: $8/adult; $6.50/senior; $4/child |
| Motorcoaches: Reservations Required |
| Description: Experience a fun and fascinating trip into the world
of timekeeping, represented by over 12,000 treasures
of time. With exhibits ranging from early sundials to
modern marvels, both the curious visitor and the professional
collector will be amazed. |
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| Address: 4069 Vineyard Road, Stewartstown |
| Telephone: 1-800-292-3370 |
| Web site: www.naylorwine.com |
Wednesday, June 18: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Thursday, June 19: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Friday, June 20: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Saturday, June 21: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. |
| Length of tour: 30 minutes |
| Guided
tour? Yes |
Restrooms? Yes |
Handicap
Accessible? Yes |
| Cameras
permitted? Yes |
Age
limit? No |
Factory
Store on-site? Yes |
| Conditions/Notes: Must be 21 for wine tasting. |
| Motorcoach Tours: Reservations Required |
Description: Featuring wagon ride tours of the vineyards, and tastes of the new wines directly from the barrels.
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|
| Address: 5922 Nixon Drive, York, PA |
| Telephone: 717-428-1961 |
| Website: www.yorkcountyparks.org |
Wednesday, June 18: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Thursday, June 19: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Friday, June 20: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Saturday, June 21: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
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| Guided
tour? No |
Restrooms? Yes |
Handicap
Accessible? Yes |
| Cameras
permitted? Yes |
Age
limit? No |
Factory
Store on-site? No |
| Motorcoaches: Reservations Required. |
Description: Visit Nature Center displays that feature local and worldwide wildlife collection and take a Nesting Hike on Wednesday, June 18th at 10:00 a.m. or 1:00 p.m.
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|
| Address: 507 Baltimore St. (rear), Hanover |
| Telephone: 717-630-2883 |
| Website: www.RevonahPretzel.com |
| Length of tour: 20min |
Wednesday, June 18: 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Thursday, June 19: 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Friday, June 20: 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Saturday, June 21: No Tours |
| Guided
tour? Yes |
Restrooms? Yes |
Handicap
Accessible? Yes |
| Cameras
permitted? Yes |
Age
limit? No |
Factory
Store on-site? Yes |
| Description: Hand made pretzel bakery, dough mixing, pretzel twisting
(rolling) dip and bake, kiln dry and pack. Outlet store. |
|
| Address: 127 Pleasant Ave., New Freedom |
| Telephone: 717-235-7931 |
| Web site: www.sielingandjones.com |
| Length of tour: 40 min |
Wednesday, June 18: No Tours
Thursday, June 19: No Tours
Friday, June 20: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Saturday, June 21: No Tours |
| Guided
tour? Yes |
Restrooms? Yes |
Handicap
Accessible? Yes |
| Cameras
permitted? No |
Age
limit? Yes-16 years old |
Factory
Store on-site? No |
| Description: Sieling
and Jones is one of the leading manufactures of custom
architectural hardwood plywood on the east coast. A
guided tour explaining the complete manufacturing process
will be given. |
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| Address: 1350 York Street, Hanover |
| Telephone: 1-800-233-7125 ext 8592 or 717-632-4477 ext 8592 |
| Web site: www.snydersofhanover.com |
| Length of tour: 30-45 minutes |
Wednesday, June 18: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Thursday, June 19: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Friday, June 20: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Saturday, June 21: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. |
| Guided
tour? Yes |
Restrooms? No |
Handicap
Accessible? No |
| Cameras
permitted? No |
Age
limit? No |
Factory
Store on-site? Yes |
Conditions/Notes: Must call at least 24 hours in advance for tour
reservations. Restrooms will be available on the tour only. The Factory Store is handicap-accessible. No tours between 12 p.m. & 1 p.m. for lunch break.
* Age requirement is 1st grade or above for large groups |
| Motorcoaches: Reservations Required. Regular tour days and hours. Only one motorcoach per time slot |
Description: We've been America's Pretzel
Bakery since 1909. Your senses will be on overload
while the guide offers you a glimpse of how tradition,
technology and teamwork combine to make great tasting
pretzels. A free sample to all tour participants. |
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| Address: 731 Ave. H Columbia, PA |
| Telephone: 800-592-3646 |
| Web site: www.susquehannaglass.com |
| Length of tour: 40 min |
Wednesday, June 18: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Thursday, June 19: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Friday, June 20: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday, June 21: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (No Tours. In-store demonstration.) |
| Guided
tour? Yes |
Restrooms? Yes |
Handicap
Accessible? No |
| Cameras
permitted? Yes |
Age
limit? No |
Factory
Store on-site? Yes |
| Motorcoaches: Reservations Required |
Description: Almost a century ago, in 1910,
Susquehanna Glass offered it's first piece of hand
cut glass. Two generations later, Susquehanna glass
continues as a family business. Come and visit the
original factory and the original machines that are
still in use today. |
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| Address: 900 High Street, Hanover |
| Telephone: 1-800-367-7629 |
| Web site: www.utzsnacks.com |
| Length of tour: 60 min. |
Wednesday, June 18: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Thursday, June 19: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Friday, June 20: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Saturday, June 21: No Tours |
| Guided
tour? No- Push to talk audio program. |
Restrooms? Yes |
Handicap
Accessible? No |
| Cameras
permitted? No |
Age
limit? No |
Factory
Store on-site? No - 2 blocks away |
| Conditions/Notes: We may not be in production on Friday, so we suggest you call or come early in the week to experience the whole UTZ “Chip Trip”. |
| Motorcoaches: Reservations Required |
| Description: We
invite you and your family on the Utz "chip trip".
You can see, smell and taste the making of the famous
UTZ Potato Chips from start to finish. A great learning
experience for everyone. A true snack lover's delight. |
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| Address: 15759 Cross Mill Rd., Felton, PA |
| Telephone: 717-840-7440 |
| Website: www.yorkcountyparks.org |
Wednesday, June 18: No Tours
Thursday, June 19: No Tours
Friday, June 20: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Saturday, June 21: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. |
| Guided
tour? Yes |
Restrooms? Yes |
Handicap
Accessible? Yes |
| Cameras
permitted? Yes |
Age
limit? No |
Factory
Store on-site? No |
| Motorcoaches: Reservations Required |
Description: Built in 1826, Wallace-Cross Mill is one of the few water-powered grist mills remaining in York County. The mill is fully operational with 3 floors of machinery and displays. The mill is operated by the Friends of Wallace-Cross Mill.
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| Address: 1800 West King Street, York |
| Telephone: 717-846-4000 |
| Web site: www.weldonsolutions.com |
| Length of tour: 30-45 minutes |
Wednesday, June 18: No Tours
Thursday, June 19: No Tours
Friday, June 20: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Saturday, June 21: No Tours |
| Guided
tour? Yes |
Restrooms? Yes |
Handicap
Accessible? No |
| Cameras
permitted? Yes |
Age
limit? No |
Factory
Store on-site? No |
| Conditions/Notes: Must wear safety glasses that will be provided. |
| Motorcoaches: Reservations Required. Is duplicated. Please remove first instance. |
Description: Manufacturer of computer controlled grinding machines and industrial automation. Visitors will see a variety of state-of-the-art machine tools, conveyors, and industrial robots.
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|
| Address: Plumb & Square Streets, Mount Joy |
| Telephone: 1-866-WILTON-1 (1-866-945-8661) |
| Website: www.armetale.com |
| Length of tour: 20 min. |
Wednesday, June 18: 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Thursday, June 19: 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Friday, June 20: 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Saturday, June 21: No Tours |
| Guided
tour? Yes |
Restrooms? Yes |
Handicap
Accessible? Yes |
| Cameras
permitted? No |
Age
limit? 12 (12-18 must be accompanied by an adult) |
Factory
Store on-site? Yes |
| Conditions/Notes: Appointments suggested. Weather permitting. Closed toe shoes. |
| Motorcoaches: Advance Reservations Required. |
| Description: Our factory store carries the largest selection
of Wilton Armetale metal products in seconds, closeouts
and discounted items. Wilton Armetale giftware, dinnerware
and serveware have savings up to 60%. Factory tours
are adjacent to our store. |
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| Address: 50 East Fourth Avenue, York |
| Telephone: 1-800-248-4273 or 717-843-5536 |
| Web site: www.wolfgangcandy.com |
| Length of tour: 45 min. |
Wednesday, June 18: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Thursday, June 19: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Friday, June 20: Call Ahead
Saturday, June 21: No Tours |
| Guided
tour? Yes |
Restrooms? Yes |
Handicap
Accessible? No, but the museum is |
| Cameras
permitted? Yes |
Age
limit? Children under 6 must be accompanied by an
adult. |
Factory
Store on-site? Yes |
| Conditions/Notes: Hairnets are provided and must be worn. Loose jewelry is not permitted. Closed toe shoes required. |
| Motorcoaches: Advance Reservations Required |
| Description: Wolfgang Candy is the sweetest factory tour in the factory
tour capital. See, smell and taste your favorite candy
cooking, mixing and coating. The young and young at
heart love to see chocaolate enrobing peanut butter,
almond butter crunch, mint creams and many, many more
delicious candies. |
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| Address: 217 West Princess St. York |
| Telephone: 717-846-6452 |
| Website: www.yorkheritage.org |
Wednesday, June 18: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Thursday, June 19: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Friday, June 20: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Saturday, June 21: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. |
| Guided
tour? No |
Restrooms? Yes |
Handicap
Accessible? Yes |
| Cameras
permitted? Yes (without flash) |
Age
limit? No |
Factory
Store on-site? Yes |
| Conditions/Notes: $1 Admission for Agricultural and Industrial Museum Only. |
| Motorcoaches: Reservations Required. |
| Description: Explore the wide range of products that helped build York's reputation as one of the country's leading agricultural and industrial centers. From locally built automobiles to our working grist mill and 20-foot high ice machine, come and discover York County's manufacturing and agricultural heritage. |
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| Address: 750 Linden Avenue, York, PA |
| Telephone:1-800-375-9675 |
| Web site: www.yorkwall.com |
| Length of tour: 30 minutes |
Wednesday, June 18: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Thursday, June 19: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Friday, June 20: No Tours
Saturday, June 21: No Tours |
| Guided
tour? Yes |
Restrooms? Yes |
Handicap
Accessible? Yes |
| Cameras
permitted? Yes |
Age
limit? 18 years old |
Factory
Store on-site? Yes |
| Conditions/Notes: None. |
| Motorcoaches: Reservations Required. |
| Description: York Wallcoverings is the leader in the wallcovering industry from the color and design standpoint. We are the largest and oldest manufacturer of wallcoverings in North America. We ship our products out to more than 45 countries worldwide. On the tour you’ll see two different printing types, one dating back to the 1800’s. You’ll also see our design studio where all of our beautiful designs are born. It’s the largest design studio in the wallcovering industry. |
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Bube’s Brewery
