Coming Soon to the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum & Visitor Center! Opening Spring 2025.
Journey back to 1863 in this cinematic, immersive virtual reality experience.
On June 30, 1863, the purpose for Gettysburg’s railroad station changed, becoming the first army field hospital even before the Battle of Gettysburg began.
On Nov. 18, 1863, enthusiastic crowds gathered outside the railroad depot in hopes of catching a glimpse of President Abraham Lincoln as he arrived in Gettysburg for the dedication of the national cemetery.
The story of this station goes beyond the famous arrival. Citizens, medical personnel and soldiers made this stop a focal point of history.
Now, virtual reality technology transports you back to 1863 when the bustling station became a site of war, survival and presidential history.
Become immersed in history as you are introduced to historic figures, bringing to life their important connections and stories during the Battle of Gettysburg and its aftermath. During your virtual reality experience, you can choose to follow one of the three historic figures featured on a virtual encounter.
- Cornelia Hancock, Soldier Caregiver and Hospital Heroine
- Eli Blanchard, Iron Brigade Soldier, Musician and Amputation Assistant
- Basil Biggs, Gettysburg Resident and Facilitator for the Fallen
Get a glimpse of our 16th President’s arrival to the station the evening before the dedication of the national cemetery where he delivered the Gettysburg Address that continues to influence all of us today.
Your virtual reality journey through history awaits! Be among the first to experience it.
Visit the Gettysburg Foundation online at GettysburgFoundation.org/Ticket-to-the-Past, and follow on social media for announcements of the opening date and tickets availability. Or call our Guest Relations team at 877-874-2478 or 717-334-2436. Email announcements can be received by signing up at GettysburgFoundation.org.
The Gettysburg Foundation is the official non-profit partner of the National Park Service at Gettysburg. Proceeds from tickets and other purchases in the Museum & Visitor Center and donations to the Gettysburg Foundation help advance the Foundation’s mission of preservation and education in partnership with Gettysburg National Military Park and Eisenhower National Historic Site.
