Make your voice heard! Take the Survey about the Ephrata Mountain Springs Recreational Preserve. Survey closes 10/31!

 Make your voice heard! Take the Survey about the Ephrata Mountain Springs Recreational Preserve. Survey closes 10/31!

 Make your voice heard! Take the Survey about the Ephrata Mountain Springs Recreational Preserve. Survey closes 10/31!

 Make your voice heard! Take the Survey about the Ephrata Mountain Springs Recreational Preserve. Survey closes 10/31!

Mainspring for Visitors

With so many choices in life, we appreciate you choosing to visit Ephrata. Welcome!

So much to discover and explore

Take time to explore our quickly-growing community. Discover the abundant green space and the many activities they hold. Explore our heritage through architecture, nationally recognized historic sites, and a museums and research center. Enjoy our movie theatre in the heart of downtown and the Ephrata Performing Arts Center, assets seldom found in walkable smaller communities. Check our calendar of events to help you plan your visit to our community.

Vitality

Economic stability for everyone.

Safety

Providing a safe place for community growth.

Connection

Facilitating communication and collaboration.

Upcoming event

Parade

A Tony-winning musical about Leo Frank’s 1913 trial, exploring love, prejudice, and the search for justice. Contains mature themes.

Upcoming event

Mutts & Zen

9:30am-10:30am

Our next event is puppy dog yoga at Pourmans on Sat 10/25 from 9:30-10:30 am. Its all levels, all ages welcome. Tix sold go directly to LLP & the attending rescues. Tix are $20/pc from Eventbrite

Upcoming event

Project Linus 2nd Crochet Class

Second Beginner crochet class to learn three beginner crochet stitches! All ages. $5 for each class. $15 total and a starter kit.

History and heritage

Since 1732, Ephrata has established itself as a hub of culture, architecture, and annual traditions. Discover our heritage through our museums and historical society.

Public spaces

From Ephrata’s Rail Trail to parks and incredible historical sites, there is always something new to discover outdoors in our town for the whole family. Explore our future by visiting our vibrant downtown and greenspace.

Find your next adventure!

From our beautiful architecture to our annual cultural traditions, we take pride in our past, present, and future that is uniquely Ephrata.