The borough of Shippensburg, Pennsylvania is in both Cumberland and Franklin Counties. Settled in 1730 and incorporated as a borough in 1819, it is namned for Edward Shippen, whose daughter was the wife of Benedict Arnold. One of its most notable natives was General Samuel D. Sturgis, of the Union army, for whom Sturgis, South Dakota was named.
Regular Websites
Annual Shippensburg Corn Festival
Presents an annual entertainment revolving around festival. Links to the services in the area, a list of participating vendors and parking in the area. - Annual Shippensburg Corn Festival
http://www.cornfestival.net/
Cumberland County Library System – Shippensburg
Read about the library’s books, music and other collections. Other parts of the site display directions, a book sale and find out how to support the organization through the Friends of the Library. - Cumberland County Library System – Shippensburg
http://cumberlandcountylibraries.org/index.aspx?nid=91
Publicizes a facility that accommodates bicycling and motorcycle races. Find race results, details on upcoming practices and training activities for cyclists. - Doublin Gap MX
http://www.doublingap.com/
Advertises listings of houses and other homes for sale in the area. There are also properties for rent and relocation advice for people moving to the area. - Ja/Lex Real Estate Services
http://www.jalexhomes.com/
Exhibits photos and other information about the church. There is also a list of the church’s events and links to the institution’s devotional readings. - Prince Street Church
http://www.princestreetchurch.com/
Shippensburg Area Chamber of Commerce
This business membership organization provides helpful information for businesses, residents, and visitors to the Pennsylvania city. Business topics are focused on the advantages of membership in the organization, while the site offers a business directory for residents and visitors. - Shippensburg Area Chamber of Commerce
http://www.shippensburg.org/
Represents the official web site of the borough. A brief profile of the community includes a history, description of its location, and demographics. Also included are details about its services, governmental structure, local events, and employment opportunities. - Shippensburg Borough
http://www.borough.shippensburg.pa.us/
Promotes the fair’s schedule of activities and entertainments including fair, crafts and runs. Read about the event’s exhibitors and photos of previous fairs. - Shippensburg Community Fair
http://www.shippensburgfair.com/
Provides a range of educational opportunities for residents of Shippensburg and the rest of Pennsylvania. Includes academics index, admissions and financial aid information, administrative offices directory and resources for prospective and current students. - Shippensburg University
http://www.ship.edu