Harmony is a small borough in Butler County originally established by the Harmony Society, a Christian theosophical society that was active during the 18th and 19th centuries. The town was later sold to the local Mennonite community. Local artists continue to keep the area’s history alive by practicing traditional Harmonite and Mennonite crafts.
Median home cost: $347,000
Population: 896
Children (Ages 0-17): 16.9%
3 Local parks and area playgrounds
2 Area hiking trails
1 Canoe and kayak launch
Top Schools: Seneca Valley Senior High School and Ryan Gloyer Middle School (Jackson Township), Connoquenessing Valley Elementary School, Ehrman Crest Middle School (Cranberry Township), Seneca Valley Intermediate High School (Jackson Township)
Small Town, Big Story
The Harmony Museum owns many of the town’s historic properties and commemorates the area’s 250+-year history. The museum highlights notable parts of Harmony’s story, including the Lenape Indian settlements that once stood there, George Washington’s travels through the area and the Harmony Society, the town’s namesake and founders. Kids can even bake their own pizza in the museum’s historic oven!
Local Arts
Harmony is home to many local artisans still keeping traditional crafting techniques alive. The Weavers’ Cabin of Harmony is a great place to buy souvenirs and handmade goods, but visitors can also see artisans weave and spin yarn during special demonstrations on the weekends. The shop even hosts classes so children and adults alike can learn these ancient techniques.
If you prefer more modern art, check out Bottlebrush Gallery and Center for the Arts. The gallery, which is housed in a building first erected in 1805, regularly hosts exhibitions of local artists’ work, as well as art classes and in-house concerts.
Don’t Miss: Cool off with a frozen treat at Legendary Neff Haus Ice Cream, investigate historic hauntings at the Harmony Inn, camp out at neighboring Indian Brave Campground
More for Families
- The Center of Harmony
- The Enchanted Olive (Jackson Township)
- Get Fit Families (Lancaster Township)
- Popkins Magical Popcorn
- Sunshine Makers Collective
Family-Friendly Eats
- Jackson Township: Aviva Brick Oven, Siam Bangkok Cuisine, Union Brothers Brewing, Waterhole Restaurant
- Log Cabin Inn (Lancaster Township)
- Wunderbar Coffee and Crepes
Local Pediatricians
- Jeffry R. Wahl – Wahl & Sons Family Practice
- John Apostolis – Co-Hill Urgent Care & Wellness Center (Jackson Township)
- Mark A. Marion, DMD, FAGD – Marion Smile Center
