Living History: Squabbler’s Mess (non-firing)

September 13-14Squabbler’s Mess (non-firing)Encampment and programs at Auto Tour Stop 13, Spangler’s Spring Programs on-going Saturday: 9 am to 5 pmSunday: 9 am to 3 pmFrom the roar of artillery to the flash of bayonets, living history demonstrations at Gettysburg National Military Park help bring the past to life. On select days, Civil War living historians encamp on the Gettysburg battlefield. Explore their camps, interact with these knowledgeable historians, and witness as they demonstrate the tools, tactics, and firepower of the two armies that waged war across these now hallowed fields.

Living History: 6th New Hampshire Infantry

6th New Hampshire InfantryEncampment and programs at Auto Tour Stop 13, Spangler’s SpringSaturday: 11 am, 1 pm, 3 pmSunday: 11 am, 1 pmFrom the roar of artillery to the flash of bayonets, living history demonstrations at Gettysburg National Military Park help bring the past to life. On select days, Civil War living historians encamp on the Gettysburg battlefield. Explore their camps, interact with these knowledgeable historians, and witness as they demonstrate the tools, tactics, and firepower of the two armies that waged war across these now hallowed fields.

Living History: 13th New Jersey Infantry

13th New Jersey InfantryEncampment and programs at Auto Tour Stop 13, Spangler’s SpringSaturday: 11 am, 1 pm, 3 pmSunday: 11 am, 1 pmFrom the roar of artillery to the flash of bayonets, living history demonstrations at Gettysburg National Military Park help bring the past to life. On select days, Civil War living historians encamp on the Gettysburg battlefield. Explore their camps, interact with these knowledgeable historians, and witness as they demonstrate the tools, tactics, and firepower of the two armies that waged war across these now hallowed fields.

Living History: 71st Pennsylvania Infantry

August 23-2471st Pennsylvania InfantryEncampment and programs at Auto Tour Stop 12, Pennsylvania MemorialSaturday: 10 am, 12 pm, 2 pmSunday: 10 am, 12 pmFrom the roar of artillery to the flash of bayonets, living history demonstrations at Gettysburg National Military Park help bring the past to life. On select days, Civil War living historians encamp on the Gettysburg battlefield. Explore their camps, interact with these knowledgeable historians, and witness as they demonstrate the tools, tactics, and firepower of the two armies that waged war across these now hallowed fields.

Living History: Squabbler’s Mess

Squabbler’s Mess (non-firing)Encampment and programs at Auto Tour Stop 13, Spangler’s SpringFrom the roar of artillery to the flash of bayonets, living history demonstrations at Gettysburg National Military Park help bring the past to life. On select days, Civil War living historians encamp on the Gettysburg battlefield. Explore their camps, interact with these knowledgeable historians, and witness as they demonstrate the tools, tactics, and firepower of the two armies that waged war across these now hallowed fields.August Living History historian camps are open to the public from sunrise until 2pm ET.

Living History: 2nd U.S. Artillery, Battery M

2nd U.S. Artillery, Battery MEncampment and programs at Auto Tour Stop 12, Pennsylvania MemorialSaturday: 11 am, 1 pm, 3 pmSunday: 11 am, 1 pmFrom the roar of artillery to the flash of bayonets, living history demonstrations at Gettysburg National Military Park help bring the past to life. On select days, Civil War living historians encamp on the Gettysburg battlefield. Explore their camps, interact with these knowledgeable historians, and witness as they demonstrate the tools, tactics, and firepower of the two armies that waged war across these now hallowed fields.

Living History: North Carolina Troops

August 9-10North Carolina TroopsEncampment and programs at Auto Tour Stop 6, Pitzer WoodsSaturday: 10 am, 12 pm, 2 pmSunday: 10 am, 12 pmFrom the roar of artillery to the flash of bayonets, living history demonstrations at Gettysburg National Military Park help bring the past to life. On select days, Civil War living historians encamp on the Gettysburg battlefield. Explore their camps, interact with these knowledgeable historians, and witness as they demonstrate the tools, tactics, and firepower of the two armies that waged war across these now hallowed fields.

Living History: 2nd Battalion, Army of Northern Virginia

2nd Battalion, Army of Northern VirginiaEncampment and programs at Auto Tour Stop 6, Pitzer WoodsSaturday: 11 am, 1 pm, 3 pmSunday: 11 am, 1 pmFrom the roar of artillery to the flash of bayonets, living history demonstrations at Gettysburg National Military Park help bring the past to life. On select days, Civil War living historians encamp on the Gettysburg battlefield. Explore their camps, interact with these knowledgeable historians, and witness as they demonstrate the tools, tactics, and firepower of the two armies that waged war across these now hallowed fields.

National Apple Museum Music on the Porch

The National Apple Museum proudly hosts their 2025 concert series, Music on the Porch, in cooperation with Ploughman Cider. It’s an end of the week kick-back-and-relax kind of night with food available on site and free admission.FIVE YEARS of live music in apple-centric Biglerville, PA continues in 2025 every second Friday through September.This season’s line up includes7/11 – Peter Wile – Music & Gena Lanette Music8/8 – @stonehousebreakdown9/12 – FrankCo PennDonations support the museum.

Adams County Child Support Awareness – Community Connections Event

Mark your calendar for an unforgettable day of fun and togetherness. Join us on the lawn at the Adams County Human Services Building for a day filled with community service partners and engaging activities for all ages.FREE face painting, educational materials, coloring books, balloon animals, activities and crafts.Meet our local therapy pets and first responders.Food trucks will be onsite for your convenience.

Night at the Museum, 1863

Hear the stories of how the townspeople not only survived the Battle of Gettysburg but went on to rebuild. Hear messages of courage and strength – that through the dark, there is light. Live performers bring to life the townspeople of Gettysburg: What did they do when they heard the soldiers were coming to town? What did they do while the fighting took place on the streets outside their homes, and the fields where their crop stood? How did they find the strength and courage to take care of the wounded, clean up their town, and rebuild? This program is family friendly ... Read This Story

Cookie Decorating Class

Always wanted to decorate sugar cookies? This fun 2 hour long class at Hollabaugh Bros., hosted by Beehive Cookie Co., covers the basic tools used to decorate sugar cookies, tips for cookie making and icing consistency. The class will make 5 large themed cookies that taste amazing and look even better!Everything needed will be provided: cookies, icing and a box to take some delicious hand-decorated cookies home!