March Business Appreciation Social Hour (B.A.S.H.) hosted by Visit Hershey & Harrisburg
Wednesday, March 18, 2026 (4:00 PM - 6:00 PM) (EDT)
Description
Join us in March as B.A.S.H. heads to one of the region’s most impactful destinations!
Hosted by Visit Hershey & Harrisburg, the official Destination Marketing Organization for Dauphin and Perry Counties, this month’s event will take place at The National Civil War Museum in Reservoir Park.
Together, these organizations drive tourism, economic impact, and regional pride while telling the powerful stories that shape our community. From record-breaking visitor spending to unforgettable historical experiences, this BASH brings business, culture, and connection together in a setting that reflects the strength and legacy of the Harrisburg region.
About our Host
Visit Hershey Harrisburg
Visit Hershey & Harrisburg is the official non-profit partnership-based Destination Marketing Organization serving Dauphin and Perry Counties.
Destination sales and marketing efforts drive economic impact as we compete for leisure, business, group, and sporting event travel market segments among leading and national destinations.
VHH divisions include Hershey Harrisburg Sports & Events Authority and Explore HBG.
Economics of Tourism (2024)
Economic Impact: $4.37 billion (Dauphin), $82.9 million (Perry)
Jobs Supported: 27,570 (Dauphin), 770 (Perry)
State & Local Taxes Generated: $288.7 million (Dauphin), 4.4 million (Perry)
Upcoming Highlights
A special campaign is planned for the Philadelphia market this summer to remind locals and guests that the Hershey Harrisburg Region is “So Close.”
The US Ninja Association’s Obstacle Sports Expo will be held July 11-16 at the PA Farm Show Complex & Expo Center.
Two documentary projects are underway to highlight the Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex and public art in Harrisburg.
Non-Profit Partner
The National Civil War Museum
The National Civil War Museum is located in Reservoir Park in Harrisburg, the oldest and largest municipal public park in the city. The building sits upon the highest point in the city, and the views from the site are lovely. Next to the building is our Walk of Valor, a ribbon of red brick that is symbolic of the bloodshed in war and bears the names of Civil War veterans honored by their surviving descendants. On the east side of the building opposite the entrance, you will find our Friends Walkway.
Since opening to the public in 2001, the museum has attracted over one million visitors from all 50 states and from around the world. Our changing exhibitions, interesting and engaging public programs, and special events enable us to discuss the complexities and legacy of the war.
The museum is dedicated to telling the entire story of the American Civil War. Our collections include thousands of artifacts, manuscripts, documents, photographs, and other printed matter that help us to interpret the war and its legacy.
We have free parking, handicap accessibility, scenic views, and space for 30 to 300 people. All events held at the NCWM include access to our 35,000 sq. ft of exhibit space before or during the event.
Did You Know?
- Ozzy Osbourne and his son visited the Museum on his birthday as part of his history-themed birthday tour.
- We explore the causes of the war and how a divided nation reached a breaking point.
- We dive into naval history, including ironclads, river warfare, and battles beyond the battlefield.
- We highlight women’s history, from nurses and spies to those who kept the home front running.
- We honor minority participation, including the bravery of United States Colored Troops.
- We examine medical care, the innovations and hardships that changed battlefield medicine.
- And yes, we cover the battles and engagements that shaped the nation. It is a full 360-degree look at the conflict that still shapes our lives today.
The treasures are unforgettable:
- Personal items connected to Abraham Lincoln
- Artifacts tied to Ulysses S. Grant
- Objects associated with George Armstrong Custer
- Pieces linked to Thomas J. “Stonewall” Jackson
- Items connected to Robert E. Lee
1 Lincoln Circle at Reservoir Park
Harrisburg, PA 17103 United States