Chocolate Lab Classes beginning at 11:30am, 1:00pm, and 2:30pm
2026-02-22 11:30 - 15:15, 2026-02-28 11:30 - 15:15 (America/New_York)
Chocolate Lab tickets are available on a first come – first served basis and may be purchased at The Hershey Story admissions desk on the day of your visit. Classes are 45 minutes long. Please note that, depending on seats availability, more than one family could be seated at the same table and big groups may be split. 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. The Lab schedule, and ingredients used in each class are subject to last minute changes. No foods or beverages will be permitted in the Lab. Only service animals will be allowed in the classroom.

11:30am to 12:15pm
The Heart of Chocolate
Nothing screams love more than hearts and chocolate. Pour melted, milk chocolate in to a heart shaped mold to create your own symbol of love. 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, varied toppings

1:00pm to 1:45pm
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.

2:30pm to 3:15pm
Lovely Bar
Mold and customize your own milk chocolate bar using Valentines inspired edible decorations. Learn some delicious geography by finding out more about the many places around the globe where cocoa beans are grown and how they are processed to become the chocolate we all love.
Ingredients: Melted milk chocolate, heart shaped sprinkles

Tastings: Chocolates from around the world! Open daily from 11:00am to 3:30pm
2026-02-23 11:00 - 15:30, 2026-02-24 11:00 - 15:30, 2026-02-25 11:00 - 15:30, 2026-02-26 11:00 - 15:30, 2026-02-27 11:00 - 15:30, 2026-02-28 11:00 - 15:30
Enjoy a flight of warm drinking chocolates from around the world!
From fruity African chocolate flavors to Indonesian chocolate with caramel overtones, come hone your skills as a cocoa connoisseur… or simply enjoy a taste of indulgence. Tastings at The Hershey Story is a treat for your taste buds and the perfect way to immerse yourself in the sweet world that inspired Milton Hershey.
Timed tickets can be purchased at the Admissions desk the day of your visit. See the drinking chocolates we offer here.

Full flights (our six different drinking chocolates) $13.00
Half flights (your choice of three drinking chocolates) $8.00
Tastings for Kids: make your own hot chocolate $8.00
Seasonal Drinks (limited times) $9.00
Single origin cups $9.00

Chocolate Lab Class beginning at 2:00pm
2026-02-23 14:00 - 14:45
Chocolate Lab tickets are available on a first come – first served basis and may be purchased at The Hershey Story admissions desk on the day of your visit. Classes are 45 minutes long. Please note that, depending on seats availability, more than one family could be seated at the same table and big groups may be split. 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. The Lab schedule, and ingredients used in each class are subject to last minute changes. No foods or beverages will be permitted in the Lab. Only service animals will be allowed in the classroom.

2:00pm to 2:45pm
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.

Preschool Explorers
2026-02-24 09:30 - 10:15, 2026-02-24 13:30 - 14:15
Tuesdays, February 17 and 24 from
9:30 – 10:15 a.m. OR 1:30 – 2:15 p.m.
Recommended for children ages 2-5, accompanied by an adult caregiver. Registration not required.
Join us on an adventure to explore fun themes through play, stories, and museum discoveries! The program features read alouds, hands-on, object explorations, and themed play and art activities that encourage experimentation, creativity, and learning.
February 17 – Cows
February 24 – Construction

Chocolate Lab Classes beginning at 11:45am, 1:00pm, and 2:30pm
2026-02-24 11:45 - 15:15
Chocolate Lab tickets are available on a first come – first served basis and may be purchased at The Hershey Story admissions desk on the day of your visit. Classes are 45 minutes long. Please note that, depending on seats availability, more than one family could be seated at the same table and big groups may be split. 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. The Lab schedule, and ingredients used in each class are subject to last minute changes. No foods or beverages will be permitted in the Lab. Only service animals will be allowed in the classroom.

11:45am to 12:30pm
The Heart of Chocolate
Nothing screams love more than hearts and chocolate. Pour melted, milk chocolate in to a heart shaped mold to create your own symbol of love. 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, varied toppings

1:00pm to 1:45pm
Lovely Bar
Mold and customize your own milk chocolate bar using Valentines inspired edible decorations. Learn some delicious geography by finding out more about the many places around the globe where cocoa beans are grown and how they are processed to become the chocolate we all love.
Ingredients: Melted milk chocolate, heart shaped sprinkles

2:30pm to 3:15pm
Lovely Bar
Mold and customize your own milk chocolate bar using Valentines inspired edible decorations. Learn some delicious geography by finding out more about the many places around the globe where cocoa beans are grown and how they are processed to become the chocolate we all love.
Ingredients: Melted milk chocolate, heart shaped sprinkles

Chocolate Lab Classes beginning at 11:45am and 2:00pm
2026-02-25 11:45 - 14:45, 2026-02-27 11:45 - 14:45
Chocolate Lab tickets are available on a first come – first served basis and may be purchased at The Hershey Story admissions desk on the day of your visit. Classes are 45 minutes long. Please note that, depending on seats availability, more than one family could be seated at the same table and big groups may be split. 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. The Lab schedule, and ingredients used in each class are subject to last minute changes. No foods or beverages will be permitted in the Lab. Only service animals will be allowed in the classroom.

11:45am to 12:30pm
The Heart of Chocolate
Nothing screams love more than hearts and chocolate. Pour melted, milk chocolate in to a heart shaped mold to create your own symbol of love. 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, varied toppings

2:00pm to 2:45pm
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.

Chocolate Lab Classes beginning at 11:45am and 2:00pm
2026-02-26 11:45 - 14:45
Chocolate Lab tickets are available on a first come – first served basis and may be purchased at The Hershey Story admissions desk on the day of your visit. Classes are 45 minutes long. Please note that, depending on seats availability, more than one family could be seated at the same table and big groups may be split. 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. The Lab schedule, and ingredients used in each class are subject to last minute changes. No foods or beverages will be permitted in the Lab. Only service animals will be allowed in the classroom.

11:45am to 12:30pm
The Heart of Chocolate
Nothing screams love more than hearts and chocolate. Pour melted, milk chocolate in to a heart shaped mold to create your own symbol of love. 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, varied toppings

2:00pm to 2:45pm
Lovely Bar
Mold and customize your own milk chocolate bar using Valentines inspired edible decorations. Learn some delicious geography by finding out more about the many places around the globe where cocoa beans are grown and how they are processed to become the chocolate we all love.
Ingredients: Melted milk chocolate, heart shaped sprinkles

Tastings: Chocolates from around the world! Open daily from 11:00am to 4:30pm
2026-03-01 11:00 - 16:30, 2026-03-02 11:00 - 16:30, 2026-03-03 11:00 - 16:30, 2026-03-04 11:00 - 16:30, 2026-03-05 11:00 - 16:30, 2026-03-06 11:00 - 16:30, 2026-03-07 11:00 - 16:30, 2026-03-08 11:00 - 16:30

Chocolate Lab Classes beginning at 11:30am, 1:00pm, and 2:30pm
2026-03-01 11:30 - 15:15
Chocolate Lab tickets are available on a first come – first served basis and may be purchased at The Hershey Story admissions desk on the day of your visit. Classes are 45 minutes long. Please note that, depending on seats availability, more than one family could be seated at the same table and big groups may be split. 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. The Lab schedule, and ingredients used in each class are subject to last minute changes. No foods or beverages will be permitted in the Lab. Only service animals will be allowed in the classroom.

11:30am to 12:15pm
Lucky Bark
Celebrate March and make chocolate bark that’s sure to make you feel luckier! While learning all about the origins and production of chocolate, you’ll use our selection of specialty toppings to make a treat that will have everyone else green with envy.
Ingredients: Melted milk chocolate, honey candy, powdered matcha mix, shamrock sprinkles.

1:00pm to 1:45pm
Planet Chocolate
Learn some delicious geography by finding out more about the many places around the globe where cocoa beans are grown. You will be guided to recognize differences in cocoa beans’ appearance and taste. You will also make your own unique bar to take home!
Ingredients: melted milk chocolate, cocoa nibs, crushed red pepper, cinnamon

2:30pm to 3:15pm
Chocolate Medallions
Milton Hershey developed his unique formula using a hand-selected blend of cocoa beans. Discover where this fruit comes from, and how it is harvested and processed to become the chocolate we all love. Choose from a variety of ingredients and design your own flavorful chocolate treat.
Ingredients: melted milk chocolate, a variety of toppings including seasonal sprinkles, cocoa nibs, mini marshmallows, white chocolate chips, crushed pretzels, etc.

Chocolate Lab Class beginning at 2:00pm
2026-03-02 14:00 - 14:45
Chocolate Lab tickets are available on a first come – first served basis and may be purchased at The Hershey Story admissions desk on the day of your visit. Classes are 45 minutes long. Please note that, depending on seats availability, more than one family could be seated at the same table and big groups may be split. 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. The Lab schedule, and ingredients used in each class are subject to last minute changes. No foods or beverages will be permitted in the Lab. Only service animals will be allowed in the classroom.

2:00pm to 2:45pm
Planet Chocolate
Learn some delicious geography by finding out more about the many places around the globe where cocoa beans are grown. You will be guided to recognize differences in cocoa beans’ appearance and taste. You will also make your own unique bar to take home!
Ingredients: melted milk chocolate, cocoa nibs, crushed red pepper, cinnamon

Chocolate Lab Classes beginning at 11:45am and 2:00pm
2026-03-03 11:45 - 14:45, 2026-03-05 11:45 - 14:45
Chocolate Lab tickets are available on a first come – first served basis and may be purchased at The Hershey Story admissions desk on the day of your visit. Classes are 45 minutes long. Please note that, depending on seats availability, more than one family could be seated at the same table and big groups may be split. 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. The Lab schedule, and ingredients used in each class are subject to last minute changes. No foods or beverages will be permitted in the Lab. Only service animals will be allowed in the classroom.

11:45am to 12:30pm
Lucky Bark
Celebrate March and make chocolate bark that’s sure to make you feel luckier! While learning all about the origins and production of chocolate, you’ll use our selection of specialty toppings to make a treat that will have everyone else green with envy.
Ingredients: Melted milk chocolate, honey candy, powdered matcha mix, shamrock sprinkles.

2:00pm to 2:45pm
Planet Chocolate
Learn some delicious geography by finding out more about the many places around the globe where cocoa beans are grown. You will be guided to recognize differences in cocoa beans’ appearance and taste. You will also make your own unique bar to take home!
Ingredients: melted milk chocolate, cocoa nibs, crushed red pepper, cinnamon

Chocolate Lab Classes beginning at 11:45am and 2:00pm
2026-03-06 11:45 - 14:45
Chocolate Lab tickets are available on a first come – first served basis and may be purchased at The Hershey Story admissions desk on the day of your visit. Classes are 45 minutes long. Please note that, depending on seats availability, more than one family could be seated at the same table and big groups may be split. 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. The Lab schedule, and ingredients used in each class are subject to last minute changes. No foods or beverages will be permitted in the Lab. Only service animals will be allowed in the classroom.

11:45am to 12:30pm
Chocolate Medallions
Milton Hershey developed his unique formula using a hand-selected blend of cocoa beans. Discover where this fruit comes from, and how it is harvested and processed to become the chocolate we all love. Choose from a variety of ingredients and design your own flavorful chocolate treat.
Ingredients: melted milk chocolate, a variety of toppings including seasonal sprinkles, cocoa nibs, mini marshmallows, white chocolate chips, crushed pretzels, etc.

2:00pm to 2:45pm
Planet Chocolate
Learn some delicious geography by finding out more about the many places around the globe where cocoa beans are grown. You will be guided to recognize differences in cocoa beans’ appearance and taste. You will also make your own unique bar to take home!
Ingredients: melted milk chocolate, cocoa nibs, crushed red pepper, cinnamon

Junior Girl Scout “Playing the Past” Badge Workshop
2026-03-07 09:30 - 12:30
Junior Girl Scout “Playing the Past” Badge Workshop
Saturday, March 7, 2026 from 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Purchase tickets here.
Enjoy a morning of hands-on activities at The Hershey Story! Girls will experience the many stories of Hershey through the eyes of girls and women who lived long ago. In addition to exploring the exhibits, Scouts will play old-fashioned games and create two crafts to take home.
Cost is $15 per Junior Scout and $15 per Leader/adult chaperone.*
Register and purchase tickets here beginning December 15, 2025.
Leaders/adult chaperones may be asked to assist with activities and all chaperones may not be able to participate in every activity.
Only Scouts and leaders will be permitted to participate in workshop activities. Workshop registration includes Museum Experience admission for the day.
*The Leader may be the Troop Leader, parent or accompanying adult. At least one adult is required to register and accompany each troop, or individual Scout. Extra adults and children may purchase Museum Experience tickets at the admissions desk on the day of the workshop. The workshop does not include the badge.
Participation in this program does not qualify Scouts for a Hershey Story patch. To earn that patch, Scouts must complete the “Scouting for History” guide and also participate in a public Chocolate Lab class or Chocolate Tasting.
Please email smhetrick@HersheyStory.org or call 717.520.5587 for more information.

Chocolate Lab Classes beginning at 11:30am, 1:15pm, and 2:45pm
2026-03-07 11:30 - 15:45
Chocolate Lab tickets are available on a first come – first served basis and may be purchased at The Hershey Story admissions desk on the day of your visit. Classes are 45 minutes long. Please note that, depending on seats availability, more than one family could be seated at the same table and big groups may be split. 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. The Lab schedule, and ingredients used in each class are subject to last minute changes. No foods or beverages will be permitted in the Lab. Only service animals will be allowed in the classroom.

11:30am to 12:15pm
Lucky Bark
Celebrate March and make chocolate bark that’s sure to make you feel luckier! While learning all about the origins and production of chocolate, you’ll use our selection of specialty toppings to make a treat that will have everyone else green with envy.
Ingredients: Melted milk chocolate, honey candy, powdered matcha mix, shamrock sprinkles.

1:15pm to 2:00pm
Planet Chocolate
Learn some delicious geography by finding out more about the many places around the globe where cocoa beans are grown. You will be guided to recognize differences in cocoa beans’ appearance and taste. You will also make your own unique bar to take home!
Ingredients: melted milk chocolate, cocoa nibs, crushed red pepper, cinnamon

2:45pm to 3:30pm
Chocolate Medallions
Milton Hershey developed his unique formula using a hand-selected blend of cocoa beans. Discover where this fruit comes from, and how it is harvested and processed to become the chocolate we all love. Choose from a variety of ingredients and design your own flavorful chocolate treat.
Ingredients: melted milk chocolate, a variety of toppings including seasonal sprinkles, cocoa nibs, mini marshmallows, white chocolate chips, crushed pretzels, etc.
