Join Us For "Crack The Egg" Easter Sunday Dinner!

Make your reservations now for our Four-Course Prix Fixe Menu-Noon to 4PM


Soup
Portabella Mushroom Barley

Salad
Mixed Greens with Mandarin Orange Segments & Toasted Walnuts

Entree
Trio of Honey Glazed Ham, Roasted Turkey & Grilled Kielbasa
served with Vegetable, Potato & all the Trimmings

Dessert
Assortment of Fresh Baked Pies
served with fresh-brewed coffee & tea

$27.95 Adults, $9.95 Children 5-12 Years of Age

Reservations: 717-642-5410

Mark Your Calendars....

April will be the beginning of a celebration commemorating the 150th Anniversary of the Civil War which spanned from 1861 to 1865. While hundreds of events are in the works for Fairfield and surrounding areas, here at the Inn we are putting finishing touches on some fantastic kick off events you won't want miss! Beginning Friday, April 22 at 6:30 p.m. and continuing through Saturday, April 23, and culminating with our ever popular Crack the Egg feast on Easter Sunday, you definitely want to make plans to attend. Some of the exciting scheduled highlights include: A noted dignitary addressing attendees Friday evening prior to a Good Friday Civil War Era Church Service; then on Saturday, events will include a Living History Medical, Signal and Artillery Encampment, a Cavalry Battle titled Protecting the Fairfield Gap;House Tours; a Civil War Era High Tea, and a Civil War Markers Dedication and Ransoming of the Towns.Call today for details and be a part of the history! Please note: some events require reservations.

Join Us For St. Patrick's Day!

Come celebrate with us the way they did back in the day....it is said the first public celebration began in Boston in 1737. Please join us in Fairfield, PA in 2011! In addition to the Mansion House Menu, from March 17th-March 20th, the chefs will be preparing Shepherd Pie,Corn Beef & Cabbage,Irish Stew, along with Guinness and Irish Ale pairings. Serving 5:00 to 9:00 pm.

On Friday, March 18, 2011,enjoy a 'bit of the Irish and tune-up for an unforgettable evening of heart-pounding, feet stomping Irish Jigs, haunting Slow Airs & Reels and Traditional Folk Music as we Celebrate the Green at the Inn's Traditional St. Patrick's Day Culinary Concert Feast.
Cormorant's Fancy, the area's most energetic Irish Folk Band, will feature Irish, Scottish and Celtic music of the British Isle to create an authentic Irish Pub atmosphere while you enjoy a 'bit of the Irish at Paddy's Culinary Concert Feast and tune-up for the Traditional Irish sing-a-long all performed live while revelers dine on a delicious assortment of entrees featuring Irish food, spirits & stout and tunes! No cover charge - Dinner reservations suggested.

In honor of this festive affair, the Inn is offering a Shamrocks & Soldiers Get-A-Way. This fun includes an overnight stay in one of the Inn's deluxe guestrooms furnished with antiques and full private bathroom, Dinner for Two on Thursday, March 17, a two-hour Battlefield Tour Featuring the "March of the Irish Brigade' and breakfast in the morning. See 'Lodging' for package price and details.
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The Inn Is a Gathering Place for Fascinating People.....

Yes, it's true Patrick Henry and Thaddeus Stevens are part of our history here, and, now we can add John and Beth R. to the distinguished list of guests who have graced our Inn over the years.

This lovely couple chose to stay with us while they attended the Ladies & Gentlemen of the 1860s Conference in Harrisburg which addressed a variety of topics about the men and women of the Civil War era, what they wore, and how they lived. An in depth conversation revealed that John is also a member of the North-South Skirmish Association which was formed in 1950 to commemorate the heroism of the men, of both sides, who fought in the American Civil War, 1861-1865. "The N-SSA promotes the shooting of Civil War firearms and artillery and encourages the preservation and display of Civil War materials. The N-SSA works to accomplish these goals by conducting skirmishes; competitive, live firing of these Civil War firearms and artillery."
More discussion with John's beautiful wife, Beth led to how she is very involved with civilian costume competition. After breakfast they were planning on visiting Needle and Thread. This is the perfect place to visit for fabric or notions for constructing authentic period civil war clothing pieces. Upon further research about the construction of civil war garments, I have incredible respect for the time and patience Beth must deal with in this endeavor. "Fabric for a dress was a sizeable investment for the Victorian era lady -- and getting the most out of a garment was frequently an important concern. Not only were garments remade and recycled, but they were sometimes designed to permit wear for different occasions or seasons. "Convertible" dresses could include additional pieces such as pelerines, fichus, or different sleeves to change the look or function of a dress."Transformation" dresses might feature different bodices to extend the use of a skirt." (An excerpt from the Genteel Arts website.)
Thank you, John and Beth for sharing your fascinating lives with us. You can stand proud knowing that you have now joined the ranks of the many famous people who have set foot here. Happy Travels and we look forward to seeing you again very soon!

Simply Gorgeous

The Inn was the backdrop for a beautiful wedding recently. The ceremony was held in the Parlour.

The newlyweds and their guests then dined on a delicious feast in the Eisenhower Room.

And, no wedding would be complete without the wedding cake!

Best wishes to Heather and Christian as they begin this very special new chapter of their life together!

Fairfield Civil War Celebration Kick Off Friday, April 22, 2011

The Historic Fairfield Inn is very excited to be a part of The 150th Commemoration of the Civil War and we are honored to be participating in this celebration.  Please join us as we take part in telling some of  the diverse stories of the many individuals who contributed to shape the Civil War in our area;  soldiers from the North and South, civilians, slaves and free men, those who opposed the War and those who supported it, as well as the untold numbers of  men and women who sacrificed so much for our Nation.  All of these people, whether we are consciously aware or not, have touched us in some way with their powerful legacies.  The Civil War did not just occur on battlefields, but in towns, farms and villages. 

You are cordially invited to join us at the Inn to mark this historic occasion. 

Friday, April 22
8PM		Period Worship St John's Historic Church
		Candlelight Vigil Role Call
		Street Luminary all evening, TAPS Program
Saturday, April 23
All Day		Historic House Tours
10 AM		Speaker/Medical Demonstration
11 AM		Tim Smith Historian
12 Noon		Speaker Confederate General
1 PM		Civil War Trail Marker Dedication
2 PM		Cavalry Skirmish/Ladies Aid Society Tea
3 PM		Stuart Kidnap Postmaster Reenactment
4 PM		Closing TAPS ceremony