Tastings: Chocolates from around the world Open from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
2019-02-05 11:30 - 15:30, 2019-02-06 11:30 - 15:30, 2019-02-07 11:30 - 15:30, 2019-02-08 11:30 - 15:30 (America/New_York)
Sample 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.
The Hershey Story also offers our tastings experience to kids! While the adults are sampling exotic warm drinking chocolate from around the world, kids will get their own mug of warm milk and a chocolate stirring lolly — perfect for transforming their milk into something delicious!

Chocolate Lab classes starting at 11:45 a.m.
2019-02-05 11:45 - 14:45, 2019-02-07 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 the class. Space is limited. Children must be at least 4 years old to enter the Lab.
11:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Make a Berry Bar
Mold and customize your own milk chocolate bar using dried strawberries and other edible decorations. Learn Milton Hershey’s inspirational “rags-to-riches” story and the details surrounding the chocolate-making process.
2:00 to 2:45 p.m.
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 4 and up.

Chocolate Lab classes starting at 11:30 a.m.
2019-02-06 11:00 - 15:15, 2019-02-07 11:00 - 15:15, 2019-02-08 11:00 - 15:15, 2019-02-09 11:00 - 15:15, 2019-02-10 11:00 - 15:15, 2019-02-11 11:00 - 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 the class. Space is limited. Children must be at least 4 years old to enter the Lab.
11:30 to 12:15 a.m.
Chocolate By Design
What makes dark chocolate dark and white chocolate white? This class will answer those questions and give you a rare look at a real cocoa pod, beans and nibs, and other ingredients of chocolate. After getting the inside scoop on what makes chocolate so tasty, you will create your own “abstract art” using three types of chocolates.
1:00 to 1:45 p.m.
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 and make your own unique bar to take home.
2:30 to 3:15 p.m.
Build a Bar
Follow in Milton Hershey’s footsteps as you design your own candy bar. Discover the business behind the product as you choose ingredients to add based on flavor, appearance and your own preferences.

Chocolate Lab class starting at 11:15 a.m.
2019-02-06 11:15 - 12:00, 2019-02-08 11:15 - 12:00, 2019-02-11 11:15 - 12:00
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 the class. Space is limited. Children must be at least 4 years old to enter the Lab.
11:15 a.m. to 12:00 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 suitable for adults and families with children ages 4 and up.

Tastings: Chocolate From Around the World 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
2019-02-06 11:30 - 15:30, 2019-02-07 11:30 - 15:30, 2019-02-08 11:30 - 15:30, 2019-02-09 11:30 - 15:30, 2019-02-10 11:30 - 15:30, 2019-02-11 11:30 - 15:30 | The Hershey Story, 63 West Chocolate Ave., Hershey, PA, 17033, United States
Sample 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.
The Hershey Story also offers our tastings experience to kids! While the adults are sampling exotic warm drinking chocolate from around the world, kids will get their own mug of warm milk and a chocolate stirring lolly — perfect for transforming their milk into something delicious!
Learn more at Tastings.

Preschool Storytime
2019-02-07 09:15 - 10:00
Preschoolers will love exploring themes through enchanting pictures and stories. Each week will feature a different topic; a simple craft will follow the interactive read-aloud. Recommended for children ages 3 through 5 accompanied by an adult caregiver. This program is free and will take place in the lower level classroom. Registration is not required.
Themes:
February 7 – Farm Animals
February 14 – Love and Friendship
February 21 – Rainforest Fun
February 28 – I Love Chocolate

Special Event "Truffles for Couples": 5:45 to 7:00 p.m.
2019-02-08 17:45 - 19:00, 2019-02-09 17:45 - 19:00
“Truffles for Couples”
Bring your favorite Valentine for an evening of total decadence. Begin the experience tasting warm drinking chocolates from around the world. Then participate in a special -one hour- Chocolate Lab class were attendants will hand-roll and coat rich, dark chocolate ganache in milk chocolate and finish with a sweet array of toppings. Each guest will package their truffles in a charming box and receive a heart shaped candy bar and a fresh, long-stemmed red rose to take home. Participants will also enjoy learning about the courtship and marriage of Milton and Catherine Hershey as well as how chocolate is grown and processed. Participants must pre-register on line here. Tickets cost $24.00 per person, space is limited.
*Tickets are non refundable.
*This class is most suitable for adults, kids must be 15 years or older to participate.
*Please note, when purchasing tickets you will be asked for a second attendee’s name. This does not mean you are purchasing two tickets, but ensures that you will be seated together during the event. If you intend to buy 2 tickets, you must update the quantity to 2.

Special Event "Truffles for Couples": 7:45 to 9:00 p.m.
2019-02-08 19:45 - 21:00, 2019-02-09 19:45 - 21:00

Tastings: Chocolates from around the world Open Daily from 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
2019-02-09 10:00 - 16:30, 2019-02-10 10:00 - 16:30

Chocolate Lab classes starting at 11:30 a.m.
2019-02-09 11:30 - 15:15, 2019-02-10 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 the class. Space is limited. Children must be at least 4 years old to enter the Lab.
11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
Make a Berry Bar
Mold and customize your own milk chocolate bar using dried strawberries and other edible decorations. Learn Milton Hershey’s inspirational “rags-to-riches” story and the details surrounding the chocolate-making process.
1:00 to 1:45 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 suitable for adults and families with children ages 4 and up.
2:30 to 3:15 p.m.
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 4 and up.
