Adams County Library System presents African American Heritage 250: Marking 250 Years of African American History in the United States on Tuesday, September 29, from 6:00–7:00 PM at the Adams County Library System, 140 Baltimore St., Gettysburg, PA 17325. This educational program examines the lasting impact of African Americans on the nation’s history, culture, and progress over the past 250 years.Historian Jo Ann Tufo highlights influential African Americans whose leadership, innovation, and achievements have helped shape the United States since 1776. The presentation explores the profound social, political, cultural, and civic contributions of African Americans while placing their stories ... Read This Story
Adams County Library System presents Sonora Smart Dodd: The Mother of Father’s Day on Wednesday, September 16, from 6:00–7:00 PM at the Adams County Library System, 140 Baltimore St., Gettysburg, PA 17325. This educational program explores the remarkable story behind the woman whose determination led to the creation of Father’s Day in the United States.In 1909, Sonora Smart Dodd began a campaign in Washington State to establish a day honoring fathers. The first Father’s Day celebration took place the following year, yet national recognition did not arrive until 1972 after decades of advocacy. Presenter Betsy Roddy, Sonora Dodd’s great-granddaughter, ... Read This Story
Gettysburg National Military Park presents A Field of Remembrance at the Eternal Light Peace Memorial from Thursday, November 12, through Monday, November 23, 2026. Thousands of American flags surround the memorial, creating a powerful tribute to those affected by the Battle of Gettysburg.
Created by the Gettysburg Foundation, the display commemorates the more than 51,000 Americans who were killed, wounded, captured, or reported missing during the battle. Each sponsored flag honors the fallen while supporting preservation and education efforts conducted in partnership with the National Park Service.
Visitors can walk among the flags, reflect on the human cost of ... Read This Story
Adams County Winery welcomes back 176ers Dueling Pianos to the Farm Winery on Peach Tree Road in Orrtanna on September 19 for another Live Music on the Grounds performance from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Adams County Winery will have its award-winning wines available, in addition to local craft beer, and snacks, including cheese and crackers and gourmet meat and cheese plates. The Terrace Bistro will be open 11 a.m. – 4 p.m., serving wood-fired pizzas and pretzels.
The last call for purchasing onsite drinks will be 30 minutes prior to close. Children are always welcome with supervision. The ... Read This Story
Adams County Winery welcomes back Nite Fuel to the Farm Winery on September 13 for another Live Music on the Grounds performance. They will perform at the Farm Winery on Peach Tree Road in Orrtanna from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Adams County Winery will have its award-winning wines available, in addition to local craft beer, and snacks, including cheese and crackers and gourmet meat and cheese plates. The Terrace Bistro will be open 11am-4pm, serving wood-fired pizzas and pretzels.
The last call for purchasing onsite drinks will be 30 minutes prior to close.Children are always welcome with supervision.The Farm Winery is ... Read This Story
Adams County Winery is excited to welcome Acoustic Stew for their debut Live Music on the Grounds performance September 12 at the Farm Winery on Peach Tree Road in Orrtanna from1 p.m. – 4 p.m.Adams County Winery will have its award-winning wines available, local craft beer, and snacks, including cheese and crackers and gourmet meat and cheese plates. The Terrace Bistro will be open 11am-4pm, serving wood-fired pizzas and pretzels.The last call for purchasing onsite drinks will be 30 minutes prior to close. Children are always welcome with supervision. The Farm Winery is pet-friendly, just no pets in the Tasting ... Read This Story
Adams County Winery is excited to welcome The Roomates back for another Live Music on the Grounds performance September 6 from 1-4p at the Farm Winery on Peach Tree Road in Orrtanna.Adams County Winery will have its award-winning wines available, local craft beer, and snacks, including cheese and crackers and gourmet meat and cheese plates. The Terrace Bistro will be open 11am-4pm, serving wood-fired pizzas and pretzels.The last call for purchasing onsite drinks will be 30 minutes prior to close. Children are always welcome with supervision. The Farm Winery is pet-friendly, just no pets in the Tasting Room, please.This is ... Read This Story
Adams County Winery is excited to welcome back the Skyla Burrell Band for another Live Music on the Grounds performance at the Farmhouse Winery on Peach Tree Road, September 5 from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.Adams County Winery will have its award-winning wines available in addition to wine slushies, local craft beer and ciders, snacks including cheese and crackers and gourmet meat and cheese plates. The Terrace Bistro will be open 11am-4pm, serving wood-fired pizzas and pretzels.The last call for purchasing onsite drinks will be 30 minutes prior to close. Children are always welcome with supervision. The Farm Winery is ... Read This Story
Experience the sounds of the Civil War era at the 29th Annual Music Muster at Gettysburg National Military Park. Held Friday and Saturday, July 31 through August 1, 2026, this free event features nineteenth-century ballads, folk songs, military music, brass bands, marches, and Victorian-era performances.Friday includes daytime music on the Museum & Visitor Center Front Lawn and an evening campfire program at the Park Amphitheater on West Confederate Avenue. Saturday expands to the Museum & Visitor Center, Dobbin House, and the Pennsylvania Memorial before closing with a Combined Brass Band Concert.Performers include Jeff Greenawalt, Hudson and Clark, Steve and ... Read This Story
Enjoy a morning of patriotic music during the Patriotic Lawn Concert at Children of Gettysburg 1863®, located at the historic Rupp House™, 451 Baltimore Street in Gettysburg. The free open-air concert takes place on Friday, August 21, 2026, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. in the museum’s side yard.The Flute Flock of Gettysburg performs a selection of patriotic music in a relaxed outdoor setting. Guests can bring lawn chairs and gather on the lawn for an hour of live music at one of Gettysburg’s historic family attractions.The concert is free and open to the public. No museum ticket is required ... Read This Story
Families can enjoy Campfire Storytime at Children of Gettysburg1863® on Tuesdays, July 28, August 25, and September 22, 2026, from 6:30 to 7:00 p.m. Presented by the Adams County Library and co-sponsored by the Gettysburg Foundation, this free after-hours program takes place in the side yard of the children’s history museum.Children, siblings, caregivers, and stuffed animals can gather in pajamas for stories and campfire songs in a relaxed outdoor setting. The books are geared toward children in grades K–1, though the storytime welcomes all ages.The program is free and open to the public, and no tickets or reservations are ... Read This Story
Experience Living History at Children of Gettysburg 1863®, presented by the Gettysburg Foundation at the historic Rupp House™, 451 Baltimore Street in Gettysburg. Visitors can explore Civil War camps, meet living historians, and learn about the soldiers, civilians, and families connected to Gettysburg in 1863.August 1–2: Officers for the Union & Ladies for the UnionSaturday: 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.Saturday Candlelight Talk: 8:00 p.m.Sunday: 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.August 22–23: Civil War Historical ImpressionsSaturday: 9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.Sunday: 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.August 29–30: Society of Civil War Surgeons: 11th Corps Field HospitalSaturday and Sunday: 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.September 5–6: Officers for the Union & Ladies for ... Read This Story
