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March 29, 2012 - QUEST FOR FREEDOM-UNDERGROUND RR
Depart: 8:30AM Return: 8:45PM 
A colorful saga explaining the roots and history of African enslavement. Learn about the overwhelming desire to escape bondage and perilous flight runaway slaves made through Lancaster in search of freedom. An onboard guide will tell the history of "Free Blacks" who made Lancaster their home and Thaddeus Stevens, a true abolitionist. Come to understand why 13 of the 17 escape routes to freedom came through Lancaster County. Tour the town of Christiana and experience the story of the Christiana resistance, considered by some historians as the first battle of the Civil War. Includes full day tour guide, a living history reinactor and lunch at Media Heights Country Club.
Members: $98.00 Non-members: $108.00
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April 19-28, 2012 - BRITISH HIGHLIGHTS-ENGLAND, SCOTLAND & WALES
Depart: April 19, 2012 Return: April 28, 2012
 Highlights include London, London Theatre Performance, Cambridge, York, Edinburgh, Castle Lake District, North Wales, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Bath and Stonehenge. View Buckingham Palace, the Tower of London, Big Ben, and Westminster Abbey. Walk in Shakespeare’s footsteps; visit the Roman Baths Museum; see thatched roofs and pastoral scenery. Stay overnight in Ruthin Castle in the north of Wales where you’ll enjoy a medieval dinner with Welsh entertainment. Learn Celtic and Druid lore and enjoy a farewell dinner at Warwick Castle, plus much more. For a comprehensive flier email joanne.curry@hersheyhistory.org or call society at 717-520-0748.
Tour price includes: 10 days, 13 meals; round trip transport to Phila. Airport and airfare, hotel transfers, taxes & gratuities on included meals, touring as indicated.
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May 17, 2012 - HISTORIC HOUSES OF ODESSA
Depart: 8:00AM Return: 5:15PM
Stroll down quiet, tree-lined streets to journey into the past as you visit three charming early American homes and gardens built by the wealthy citizens of once thriving Cantwell's Bridge the name of the town of Odessa, DE in the 18th century. These historic homes are administered by the renowned Winterthur Museum. Learn about these properties from a guide who will share interesting facts and little known stores about the well to do families and merchants who built and lovingly furnished these homes in the lavish style of the early days of our country. Included are the Corbit-Sharpe House, the Wilson-Warner House and the Brick Hotel Gallery. Lunch at Cantwell's Tavern is included.
Members: $98.00 Non-members: $108.00
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July 29 - August 5, 2012 - MACKINAC ISLAND & AGAWA CANYON
Depart: 7:30AM on July 29 Return: Approx. 7:45PM on August 5
 Visit this quaint national historic landmark located between the upper and lower peninsulas of Michigan. Accessible only by ferry and where motorized vehicles are prohibited, you will hear the neighs and clip clops of horses replacing the roar of engines and traffic of the mainland. An included carriage tour of the island allows for a relaxing close up view of this quiet paradise. Other highlights: visit Henry Ford Museum and Greenfield in Dearborn as well as the town of Frankenmuth, a slice of old Bavaria, take Soo Locks tour, Agawa Canyon train ride, tour of Toronto, visit Niagara Falls & ride the Maid of the Mist and much more. 7 nights, 13 meals and entrance fees to all activities as listed are included.
Members: $1,599.00 Non-members: $1,640.00
(Overnight tour costs based on double occupancy. Quotes for single or triple accomodations available upon request.)
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SEPTEMBER 13, 2012 - PEAKE OF THE PEARL-EASTERN SHORE
Depart: 7:00AM Return: 9:00PM
 A step on guide takes us for day of exploring on the Eastern Shore. Visit Chestertown, MD, tour historic Geddes Piper House, Emmanuel Church and Rock Hall, and visit Eastern Neck Wildlife Refuge. Included is lunch at the Bary Wolf Restaurant. Have free time to visit the boutiques and shops in the quaint town of North East, MD and perhaps stop for a seafood dinner "on your own" at the local favorite, "Woodies", which has lobster, crabs, clam strips and more, plus enjoy free roasted peanuts while you wait for dinner to be served. Last stop is Maplehofe Dairy Farm Store to spend your included $2.00 voucher on a delicious milkshake or cone in anyone of over 25 flavors!
Members: $110.00 Non-members: $120.00
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OCTOBER 4 - 5, 2012 - D-DAY MEMORIAL - TRIBUTE TO ALL VETERANS
Depart: 7:30AM on Oct. 4 Return: approx. 8:30PM on Oct. 5
June 6, 1944 changed the world. From front-line soldiers to families in hiding, from wives  and mothers on the home front to anxious prisoners in camps, the events of June 6 were simultaneously terrifying, inspring, sorrowful and joyous. As more and more members of the WWII generation pass on, it is increasingly important to preserve their legancy and give thanks for their sacrifice.
The National D-day Memorial, the focal point of this tour, is one of the most moving memorials you will ever experience. Also inlcuded on this tour are: carriage ride in Lexington, guided tour of Stonewall Jackson's home, wine tasting at Shenandoah Winery and more.
Members: $319.00 Non-members: $329.00
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DECEMBER 6 - 14, 2012 - CHRISTMAS ON THE DANUBE
Depart: December 6 Return: December 14
 Welcome the winter season with a six night long trip down the Danube River and only unpack once! Enjoy guided tours of medieval cities and Christmas Markets in Wurzburg, Rothenburg, Nuremburg, Regensburg, Passau, Wachau Valley, Vienna, Horburg Palace, Vienna Opera House, St. Stephen's Cathedral and so much more. Includes 19 meals, admissions and touring as indicated, and air fare. For a tour packet with specific details, please e-mail
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. Include your street address for return of requested info or call the society at 717-520-0748.
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To request a comprehensive flier and registration form, send name, address and trip (s) desired to
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or stop at society.
NO REFUNDS AFTER STATED CANCELLATION DATE.
(Mail or Fax Registration Form)
All motor coach tours leave from the Hershey - Derry Township
Historical Society on 40 Northeast Drive. Please park cars in the
lot behind the building.
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