Gettysburg is steeped in the history of the Civil War. In 1863, it was the site of the epic Battle of Gettysburg, in which some 50,000 soldiers were killed. It is also, of course, the place where Abraham Lincoln delivered the immortal Gettysburg Address. The town itself is made up of houses, hotels and taverns dating back several centuries, but Gettysburg offers more modern travel and leisure activities, as well, like wine tastings, orchard tours, shopping and golfing.
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The Battle of Gettysburg, a turning point in the Civil War, was the Union victory that ended General Robert E. Lee's second and most ambitious invasion of the North. Often referred to as the "High Water Mark of the Rebellion," Gettysburg was the Civil War's bloodiest battle and was also the inspiration for President Abraham Lincoln's immortal "Gettysburg Address."
The National Military Park is very well-done with a thoughtful, informative & enlightening movie (narrated by my favorite Morgan Freeman), a cyclorama, and a comprehensive museum. We visited with our 4 yr, 6 yr, and 14 yr, and all thoroughly enjoyed our visit AND learned a ton (so did I!!!)! The museum had something for everyone, including interactive electronic exhibit games for the kids (bugle playing song trivia), plenty of life-like models of war camps and such, and interesting trivia (how to load a musket in 7 steps). This was a well-spent fun day of learning. Bring your lunch and eat at the shaded picnic tables outside! Want to see where else we've been? Instagram & Facebook - TheTraveling5
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GettyPeds is your one stop shop for battlefield tours and rentals. We offer Electric Style Model T's, 6 passenger highriser, a 1929 Model AA touring bus, electric bicycles, and scoot coupes!
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Join us for a guided historic walking tour through the back streets and alleys of Gettysburg, PA, and learn about the impact of the famous 3-day Civil War battle on this small town and the townspeople, who were ill prepared to deal with the thousands of dead and dying, sick and injured, soldiers both Union and Confederate, as well as the dead animals.
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Experience the most sacred ground in American history by the best means of transportation available: a bike. Unlike any motorized vehicles, on a bike you get a true sense of terrain which helps you understand the thinking of the commanders and the troubles units may have had during the battle. Next to walking the battlefield, the bike is the BEST and, some say, ONLY way to get the most out of a tour at Gettysburg. “It’s a humbling experience that I never got when I took yours in my car or on a bus,” one customer told us. “It made me feel small because it showed me how large an event this was and the courage these men had is something I don’t think I’ll ever have.”
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Segway tours of the Gettysburg battlefield. Experience the history and enjoy the ride! The Segway Personal Transporter(tm) is environmentally-friendly, self-balancing, extremely easy to operate, and lots of fun! You'll be an expert after 10 minutes of free training. We don't just visit the battlefield sites. All tours are directed by a Licensed Battlefield Guide (recorded or in person) who will dramatically recount the events of the battle, the military blunders, and the heroic defenses that characterize this pivotal battle. If you aren't interested in the history, we also offer escorted Segway rides. Or try our indoor Segway obstacle course!
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I attended the 6:00pm Ranger Program, which reviewed the history of the cemetery, Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address, the monument at the center, and a few stories about individual soldiers buried in the plots. Our LBG (Jon F., I believe) did an incredible job! He clearly knew his stuff and has taken the time to research and memorize writings of note. He was very attentive to the need to be respectful of the property. The tour lasted about an hour, and was well worth standing in the heat for. It was a great way to get as much information as possible and feel a personal connection by hearing the stories of those buried on the property. If you visit the cemetery, I highly recommend hopping on one of these tours.
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The Museum that was featured on History's "American Picker's" The Gettysburg Museum Of History has over 4,000 artifacts on display. The Museum is FREE TO THE PUBLIC! The Museum covers all areas of American History. Military and Political History are the focus with some pop culture covered. Some highlights include: A lock of George and Martha Washington's hair, Abraham Lincoln's wallet and opera glasses,John Wilkes Booth's splint relic, the largest collection of Gettysburg battlefield relics on display in Gettysburg, an autograph or manuscript from each president, Harry Truman's hat, Dwight D. Eisenhower's golf clubs, JFK's rocking chair, suit, and bloodstained limousine upholstery from the assassination, the flag that flew during the attack on Pearl Harbor, Shell casing from Ruby's gun that Killed Oswald, Hitler's silver that was captured by U.S. forces at his home. The Fredrick G. Pfeffer collection of relics from Pickett's Charge. The Robert L. White collection of JFK, The Captain Good collection (wounded in action at Gettysburg) includes the items he used during the battle and the bullet that wounded him! Uniforms,flags, accoutrements, weapons, documents, photos, much much more!The Gettysburg Museum Of History also buys artifacts as well as sells them. Please stop by and see the most amazing collection in Gettysburg at no charge!
This museum has an extensive collection of artifacts from various periods of American history... The Gettysburg collection is amazing and obviously took a long time to acquire. The museum is a private collection and charges no admission...
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Whether you want to capture your family's precious vacation or get striking Civil War images , Victorian Photography Studio can make it happen with our extensive Civil War Wardrobe . You can count on us to deliver what we promise. -We offer 19th century Wet-Plate photography with a short hisory lesson on how the process was done. -We also offer the less expensive modern Digital photography.and Now you can rent Civil War clothing for any occasion.Come on in and see some 19th century cameras and props.
The owner and photographer Dave was great. Not only was he very professional, he was also knowledgeable about regiment specific uniforms, and period appropriate dress. He remained masked and compliant with all covid-19 regulations at all times. We decided to get both the wet plate tintype and digital photos, and he gave a discounted price for getting both. He also explained the preparation and developing process and we got to watch while our wet plate developed before our eyes. The scheduling was simple and able to be booked online. Walk-ins are welcome, but I suggest booking ahead of time as his appointments fill up fast.The location and parking are convenient. His costume and prop selection includes clothing accessories,furniture and weapons. Extra points for a selection of plus size clothing! We will be definitely be visiting again.
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"A New Birth of Freedom," narrated by Morgan Freeman, orients you to the battle; then see the sights and hear the sounds of the battle in the historic Cyclorama Painting Experience. Finally, tour the museum, packed with original artifacts and interactive exhibits. Tickets and shuttle bus to Eisenhower National Historic Site and seasonal programs at Spangler Farm Civil War Field Hospital from Visitor Center. Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence, USA Today Top 10 Places to Visit, AAA Gem. Purchase tickets prior to your arrival online and reserve a Battlefield Guide (licensed through the National Park Service) through the Gettysburg Foundation, non-profit partner to the National Park Service at Gettysburg. Admission fee for Cyclorama, Film and Museum. Entry to Visitor Center, Museum Bookstore and Refreshment Saloon is free.
I strongly recommend starting your Gettysburg experience by visiting the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum & Visitor’s Center. If you choose to do anything, I strongly recommend the Film, Cyclorama and Museum combination. The film, narrated by Morgan Freeman, paints a wonderful picture of what led up to the Civil War, the Battle at Gettysburg, and how our country has evolved (although it’s clear to see the parallel between what was going on in 1863 and what is going on in 2019). And Morgan Freeman has way of narrating that just pulls you in. After the film, you are invited to view the Cyclorama which is the most beautiful, yet saddening, image of the Battle at Gettysburg. I won’t tell you all about the image because they’ll tell you about it when you get there, but suffice to say, it’s a must-see! The museum was full of historical information, photographs, and memorabilia. If you like museums, you could spend hours there. I, am not a museum person. I like to walk through them, look at the displays and take photos, but I don’t typically read the placards or take a lot of time in them. The statute of Abraham Lincoln is just outside the main entrance and you can obtain tour information at this location. They also have a Gift Shop/Book Store which is a great place for souvenirs and historical materials.
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Wow! DO NOT GO ANYWHERE ELSE! These horses are amazing! We had a blast for a Mommy & Me weekend. We’ve ridden before as my daughter takes lessons. I haven’t ridden in 25 years, but it was just like riding a bike. The horses follow the leader and are super easy. Teddy Bear and Honzi were fan favorites. We did the 1.5 hour ride one day and the 2 hour ride the next. The 1.5 hour ride consisted of a perimeter ride of the battle field. Super fun and very serene. The wranglers are awesome! Sara was so nice and Pam was so knowledgeable. Gracie’s dad was so sweet! Our 2 hour ride was full of history told by an amazing storyteller and historian. Well worth the money. The horses are big working horses instead of the usual quarter horses . I have to say that we preferred the bigger horses! We will be back!!
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