York, Pennsylvania announces three new free tours. Added to their existing opportunities, there can’t be a better place to go for free factory tours. And, free tours of places and businesses that aren’t factories at all.
The New Tours
Going Green at First Capital Federal Credit Union
So, of course, the first new tour isn’t a factory at all. It’s a LEED green building. Tour the First Capital Federal Credit Union's NEW gold LEED registered building, and learn about going green.. Get an up-close look at a eco-friendly practices including geo-thermal heating, rainwater capture, natural light enhancement, locally-sourced wood and recycled
materials.
Pet an Alpaca at Painted Spring Farm
And, well, this isn’t a factory tour, either. But there are some listed below. Instead, take a tour of a working alpaca farm at Painted Springs. Meet the
friendly alpacas and get a glimpse into these ancient creatures' gentle and playful
nature. After you're guided tour, take a spin around the shop to see Beth's prized
fibers, yarn and fleeces.
Watch and Tinker at York Time Institute
The York Time Institute offers you an up-close glimpse at the hub of activity in a
master timekeeper's shop. For over thirty years, York Time Institute founder, Dan
Nied, has kept perfect time with the conservation, restoration and repair of antique
timepieces, as well as, manufacturing of custom watches and clocks.
York's other free tours
These new ones are added to the large roster for factory tours already offered in York. In alphabetical order:
- Bluett Bros Violins
- Bube's Brewery
- Family Heir-Loom Weavers
- George's Woodcrafts
- Harley-Davidson Motor Company
- Martin's Potato Chips
- Naylor Wine Cellars
- Perrydell Farm Dairy
- Revonah Pretzels
- Snyder's of Hanover
- Susquehanna Glass
- Utz Quality Foods
- Wolfgang Candy Company
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