Category: Around Town
Birds of the Battlefield
The cannons have been mostly silent for the past 160-plus years – with the exception of Gettysburg National Military Park’s Living History demonstrations every season – but that doesn’t mean the fields and forests of the battlefield stay silent. Guests who venture into the park, regardless of the season, have the opportunity to experience the battlefield in an entirely new way: with the eyes and ears of a birder.
With its varied terrain of open fields, productive orchards, rocky hillsides, and canopied forests, Gettysburg National Military Park finds itself home to a multitude of birds, bugs, critters, and wildflowers … all ... Read This Story
Top Reasons to Visit Gettysburg this August
If you think summer is winding down, think again! Gettysburg is just getting warmed up, and there are plenty of summertime adventures that await in America’s favorite historic town.
Before the kids go back to school, before you venture up into the attic for your fall flannel, before you take a sip of that pumpkin spice latte, take one last summer getaway before it’s too late!
Here are just a few of the many reasons that make August a great time to visit Gettysburg, Pennsylvania:
The Annual Music Muster kicks off the month on August 2-3. Gettysburg National Military ... Read This Story
Top Reasons to Visit Gettysburg this July
If there is one month linked to Gettysburg, it’s definitely July. More than 160 years ago, it was July when tens of thousands of soldiers showed up at Gettysburg’s doorstep to wage the biggest battle on the continent. And now, it’s July when tens of thousands of visitors arrive to commemorate that epic moment in America’s history.
But July is also about summer vacations, when families pack up the car and hit the road to see some of the country’s most scenic landscapes and indulge in a little vacation fun.
Here are just a few of ... Read This Story
Top Reasons to Visit Gettysburg this June
Summer has unofficially arrived in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, and June ushers in this popular time of year with an amazing assortment of events, attractions and other great reasons to pack up the family, or grab your friends for a great Gettysburg getaway!
June brings cool mornings for coffee on the porch and battlefield tours, and warm evenings for ice cream and ghost tours. Here are just few reasons to plan a June trip to America’s favorite historic town!
Do it for dear old dad! Father’s Day is June 16, and there’s a good chance Dad would appreciate spending ... Read This Story
Top Reasons to Visit Gettysburg this May
Ah, May. We’ve been waiting for you! You bring us the sun, warm temperatures, colorful flowers, and that perfect taste of summer … without the humidity.
But why enjoy the month of May at home when you can take your first getaway of the year, especially to America’s favorite historic destination? Gettysburg, after all, is more fun than mulching, spring cleaning, and changing out your winter wardrobe.
May is a popular time to visit Gettysburg and its countryside for good reason … actually eight good reasons:
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Four Presidential Places in Gettysburg
Four Presidential Places in Gettysburg
Abraham Lincoln, Dwight D. Eisenhower, John F. Kennedy, Franklin D. Roosevelt, these historic figures have greatly impacted the ... Read This Story
Gettysburg Area Brunch
Gettysburg Area Brunch
Half breakfast, half lunch, it’s a blend of comfort foods with tasty modern twists—accompanied by your choice of amazing cocktails—or ... Read This Story
Ways to Get in the Holiday Spirit in Gettysburg
Ways to Get in the Holiday Spirit in Gettysburg
Gettysburg is becoming one of the Mid-Atlantic’s top holiday destinations! With dozens of events ... Read This Story
Comfort Foods to Try in Gettysburg
Comfort Foods to Try in Gettysburg
Sometimes in life, you want fresh and healthy food, and sometimes you want straight up comfort. This ... Read This Story
Take a Walk in President Lincoln’s Gettysburg Footsteps
Take a Walk in President Lincoln’s Gettysburg Footsteps
On November 19, 1863, President Abraham Lincoln delivered a 272-word speech to dedicate a new ... Read This Story
Walk in General Eisenhower’s Footsteps – 5 Spots to Visit in Gettysburg
Walk in General Eisenhower’s Footsteps – 5 Spots to Visit in Gettysburg
General Dwight D. Eisenhower was a resident of Gettysburg not only ... Read This Story
Making the Most of Gettysburg in a Day
Making the Most of Gettysburg in a Day
For most travelers, Gettysburg is a place that takes at least a few days to ... Read This Story
Historic Dining in Gettysburg
Historic Dining in Gettysburg
The history of Gettysburg is undoubtedly one of the biggest draws to the area. It can be experienced through ... Read This Story
10 Must-Dos on Your First Visit to Gettysburg
10 Must-Dos on Your First Visit to Gettysburg
So you’re planning your first trip to Gettysburg, where do you start? With the variety ... Read This Story
Ten Great Gettysburg Dates!
Ten Great Gettysburg Dates!
If you’re tired of staying in and watching Netflix, sweep your significant other off their feet with one of ... Read This Story
5 Ideas for a Girls’ Night Out in Gettysburg
5 Ideas for a Girls’ Night Out in Gettysburg
Sometimes life can get a little hectic and you just need a night out ... Read This Story