Chocolate Lab tickets are available on a first come – first served basis and can be purchased in advance online or at The Hershey Story Admissions Desk the day of your visit. Space is limited. Children must be at least 5 years old to enter the Lab. Children under the age of 13 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 

11:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Try It with Truffles
In his first business, Milton Hershey sold hand-made confections in dazzling variety. Try your hand at creating your own, hand-made truffles in this class. Hand-roll dark chocolate ganache, dip in chocolate and customize with a selection of toppings. This class is most suitable for adults.

Ingredients: melted milk chocolate, dark chocolate ganache (heavy cream, dark chocolate chips, unsalted butter, and cinnamon) variety of toppings including: colored sprinkles, sea salt, cocoa nibs, and cinnamon.

2:00 to 2:45 p.m.
The Heart of Chocolate
Follow in Milton Hershey’s footsteps as you design your own heart-shaped milk chocolate confection. Choose ingredients to add based on flavor, appearance and personal preference. Learn how Milton Hershey’s entrepreneurial spirit led him to create one of the world’s greatest chocolate businesses. Also learn how chocolate is grown and processed. This class is suitable for adults and families with children ages 5 and up.

Ingredients: Melted milk chocolate