Third Annual ‘On the Eve of Battle’ Dinner

On June 30, join SRMEC staff and friends for a special barbecue dinner, catered by Northern Redneck BBQ, on the 162nd anniversary of John Buford’s encampment on Seminary Ridge.

Following dinner, the evening will be highlighted as the official book launch of Gettysburg Surgeons: Facing a Common Enemy by Barbara Franco.

Author Franco, public historian, curator, and Founding Executive Director Emerita of Seminary Ridge Museum, will join us for an after-dinner presentation and book signing.

Barbara Franco is Founding Executive Director Emerita of the Gettysburg Seminary Ridge Museum and Education Center. As a public historian, curator, and museum director she has written and consulted about museum practice and historical interpretation. Her broad interest in the social, cultural, and intellectual history of the 19th century includes the decorative and fine arts, communal societies, fraternal organizations, the role of religion, and the Civil War era. She served as executive director of the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, the Historical Society of Washington, D.C., and Assistant Director for Museums at the Minnesota Historical Society.

Additionally, a special gift basket raffle will feature prizes donated by local businesses.

We look forward to welcoming you to the Ridge for this special celebration!

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