Revolutionary War Reenactment“A Nation Born in Philadelphia, Saved in Gettysburg”
Experience two days of revolutionary war living history demonstrations, revolutionary reenactment skirmishes, revolutionary speakers and historic house and barn tours. All this historical enjoyment will take place at the Historic Daniel Lady Farm in Gettysburg, PA on May 16 & 17, 2026. This event is sure to have something for the whole family to enjoy!
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Celebrate 100 years of art and culture at the Majestic with the Centennial Celebration featuring Orpheus Chamber Orchestra and Natalie MacMaster. The multi-Grammy Award-winning conductor-less ensemble is a radical experiment in musical democracy. Acclaimed internationally for their excellent musicianship and daring artistic collaborations, Orpheus is unparalleled in their creativity and innovation. Orpheus will be joined by superstar Celtic fiddler and step-dancer, Natalie MacMaster, who has built a sterling, multi-decade career on electrifying playing and must-see live performances.
The Holiday House Tour, sponsored by Gettysburg History, is a self-guided tour of historic buildings on December 13 and 14, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (One ticket grants admission on both days.)Journey through the Gettysburg area for two days, visiting historic homes and buildings in their holiday splendor. You may visit the locations in any order that you wish on their given day.Locations included and their designated days:Saturday, December 13:Adams County Historical SocietyBattlefield Bed and BreakfastDobbin HouseFarnsworth HouseGAR Hall (HGAC)Gettysburg AcademyKeystone InnLee’s HeadquartersMansion House in FairfieldSchmucker HouseShriver House Museum
Sunday, December 14:Adams County Historical SocietyAdams County WineryCashtown InnHickory Bridge ... Read This Story
CELEBRATE WOMEN OWNED BUSINESSES at Hauser Hill on November 3 from 12-3pm.
Hauser Hill is a women-owned business and we invite everyone to enjoy the views, sip some complimentary wine, and learn about other women owned businesses in Adams County.
Welcome 2026 with the return of the New Year’s Eve Celebration at Lincoln Square in Downtown Gettysburg.December 31, 2025, Good Samaritan Lodge No. 336, Free & Accepted Masons, bring the festivities back with a late afternoon craft and vendor show, followed by a community New Year’s Eve party. Local artists will fill two stages throughout the area and a jumbo screen will broadcast live from Times Square in New York City.And of course, the night ends with Gettysburg’s own special tradition of raising Abraham Lincoln’s Hat at midnight.Be there in the Square, and enjoy local food trucks throughout the day ... Read This Story
Destination Gettysburg welcomes Kris Webb, Executive Director of the Gettysburg Film Commission, at the next Coffee Chat partner education event on Thursday, December 11.Kris will share the latest efforts of the film commission, along with ways in which local businesses can support and engage with future projects and the mission of the organization.Coffee Chats are informal partner education events that bring business leaders together over a light breakfast and a specific discussion topic.Please register here.9 a.m. Thursday, December 11Destination Gettysburg, 1560 Fairfield Road
Sign up today for Destination Gettysburg’s Annual Holiday Gathering on Wednesday, December 3, at the National Shrine for Elizabeth Ann Seton in Emmitsburg, Md.
Just 20 minutes from Downtown Gettysburg, the Shrine has recently opened a new visitor center and museum dedicated to tell the story of Elizabeth Ann Seton, who established the first Catholic school for girls.
We invite all partners and their staffs to visit this iconic landmark and network with fellow businesses and organizations while celebrating the holiday season.
Celebrate over great food, drinks and a wonderful new attraction!
This free event will be held from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Click ... Read This Story
Just in time for the holiday season, join Destination Gettysburg and Timbrel Wallace – co-owner of Lark – A Modern Marketplace, Nerd Herd Gifts & Games, Oh! Man Gifts and Gettysburg Goods. Timbrel will share her secrets for how to capture the attention of customers through vibrant, eye-catching store displays.
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For four decades Don Allison worked as an award-winning journalist, columnist and newspaper editor before leaving that field to embark on a new journey as a historian, book publisher, public speaker and autho. His books focus on Civil War history and the paranormal. In addition, Don currently is a historical researcher and interpreter with Historic Sauder Village, Ohio’s largest living history destination, and is a recognized speaker, author and investigator in the field of exploring paranormal phenomena.Join Don at the Jennie Wade House Gift Shop on October 19th from 10AM-2PM where he will be signing “I Met A Ghost in ... Read This Story
Under the direction of John McKay, The Gettysburg Choral Society will present a pair of Christmas concerts entitled “In dulci jubilo” (“In sweet rejoicing”) on Friday, December 5th at 7pm and Saturday, December 6th at 3pm in the chapel of The United Lutheran Seminary, 61 Seminary Ridge, Gettysburg, PA 17325. The chorus will perform timeless Christmas favorites such as “Carol of the Bells,” “Do You Hear What I Hear?” and more. Featuring soprano Amanda Peters, the program will also include several recitatives, as well as choruses from Handel’s “Messiah.”Joining the chorus’ regular accompanist Erin Petrella, guest organist Peggy Haas Howell ... Read This Story
Residents of Adams County, Pennsylvania, are invited to enjoy free admission and Adams County history, highlights and treasures on Columbus Day. The Adams County Day offer includes the:Film presentation of A New Birth of FreedomSound and light show of the historic Gettysburg CycloramaGettysburg Museum of the American Civil War with special exhibit, A Rough Coarse Life: The World of the Civil War SoldierAdams County Artifact Gallery GuideAdams County residents, present proof of residency (driver’s license) at the Ticket Counter to obtain free admission tickets.
