Harrisburg is the capital of Pennsylvania. Harrisburg is the fourth largest metropolitan area in Pennsylvania. Harrisburg is one of the oldest state capitals in the United States. Harrisburg is also known for the infamous Three Mile Island incident, which occurred in nearby Middletown.

The Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts, is the first center of its type in the United States where education, science and the performing arts take place under one roof. The Forum, a magnificent 1,763-seat concert and lecture hall is a state-owned and operated facility. Since 1931, The Forum has been home to the Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra.

Harrisburg is also the home of the annual Pennsylvania Farm Show, the largest agricultural exhibition of its kind in the nation. The Harrisburg area boasts three daily newspapers, the largest and most comprehensive being The Patriot-News. The Press and Journal and The Sentinel also have dedicated daily circulations.

Harrisburg is served by Capital Area Transit (CAT) which provides public bus, paratransit, and commuter rail (2006) service throughout the greater metropolitan area. Domestic and International airlines provide services via Harrisburg International Airport . Capital City Airport, a smaller airport, is located in New Cumberland. The Pennsylvania Railroad's main line from New York to Chicago passed, unsurprisingly, through Harrisburg.

The City of Harrisburg is served by the Harrisburg School District. Harrisburg is home to an extensive Catholic educational system.

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