The Franklin County Visitor’s Bureau brought tourism partners, local businesses, organizations and community members together on March 17th for the St. Patrick’s Day Spotlight on Tourism Brunch.

Held at the Franklin County 11/30 Visitors Center, the brunch celebrated the power of community, the efforts made to increase tourism throughout Franklin County, PA, and to celebrate the individuals and organizations that make our region a better place to be. The Franklin County Visitors Bureau Partner for Impact Award was awarded to the Buttonwood Nature Center, Home of The Institute, because of their commitment to preserving our natural and cultural world.

FCVB shares a deep appreciation for Buttonwood Nature Center’s dedicated leadership team who makes efforts each and everyday to preserve our natural landscape, support environmental vitality, share cultural stories of Franklin County and inspire everyone to appreciate the world around them.

For more than 30 years Buttonwood Nature Center, home of The Institute, has created and delivered immersive place-based programs for students of all ages, providing opportunities to learn about the region’s cultural and natural heritage. For more information about the programs and services offered by the Buttonwood Nature center visit buttonwoodnaturecenter.org