History & Heritage

Famous for the battle over the first three days of July 1863, history is alive and well in Gettysburg. Explore, examine and experience the history of the Civil War through battlefield tours, living history attractions and numerous museums.

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Civil War Trails – Gettysburg Campaign: Invasion & Retreat

Understand the Gettysburg Campaign through this multi-state tour which begins in Virginia and follows the armies through Maryland into Gettysburg.

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1195 Baltimore Pike, Destination Gettysburg Visitor Information Desk
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Hanover Area Historical Society

The Hanover Area Historical Society protects and promotes the historical heritage of the greater Hanover area. The Society acquires, preserves and provides access to historica…

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21 Baltimore Street
Hanover, PA 17331

GettyPeds

Tour Historic Gettysburg in style with GettyPeds' signature scoot couples or eco-friendly electric bikes.

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71 Buford Ave
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Jack’s Mountain Bridge

Constructed in 1894 by Joseph Smith, this Burr-truss covered bridge is the only covered bridge in Adams County still used for daily traffic.

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Jack's Mountain Road
Fairfield, PA 17320

Gettysburg Licensed Town Guides

A town changed forever! Dead and dying soldiers lying everywhere. Walk the streets of Gettysburg with a Licensed Town Guide and hear the civilians' experiences of life in Gett…

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P.O. Box 3245
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Shaka Guide

Discover Gettysburg’s hallowed ground at your own pace with Shaka Guide’s immersive audio tour.

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92-510 Akaula St
Kapolei, Hawaii 96707

Seminary Ridge Museum and Education Center

It Began Here...An Unforgettable Gettysburg Experience Begins Here, Too.

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111 Seminary Ridge
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Civil War Institute at Gettysburg College

Join us, June 7-12, 2024, for a fresh lineup of CWI speakers! We are excited to feature leading Civil War scholars, Ronald White, Harold Holzer, Jonathan White, Jennifer Murra…

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233 N. Washington St.
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Reluctant Witnesses – Gettysburg Historic Town Walking Tours

Two Hour Gettysburg historic town walking tours that showcase the civilians of Gettysburg who witnessed the horror of war, highlighting historic buildings and their importance…

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Downtown Gettysburg, PA 17325

Gettysburg Battlefield Self-Guided Tour by Action Tour Guide

We offer a self-guided GPS-enabled audio tour of the Gettysburg Battlefield.

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Gettysburg Heritage Center, Parking Lot at 1 Culp Street. Culp St Gettysburg, PA 17325
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Gettysburg National Military Park

Experience ranger programs & walks, campfire programs, living history & events that assist in preserving & interpreting the Gettysburg Battle.

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1195 Baltimore Pike, Suite 100
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Hickory Hollow Horse Tours

Tour the historic Gettysburg Battlefield on horseback - hourly trail rides and narrated tours along the scenic trails of the Gettysburg National Park. No better way to see the…

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Tours begin at McMillan Woods Youth Campground, West Confederate Avenue
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Gettysburg Lincoln Railroad Station™

Explore the Gettysburg Lincoln Railroad Station™ — the historic landmark where Lincoln arrived in 1863 and where generations have come to reflect on the legacy of the Civil Wa…

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35 Carlisle Street
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Gettysburg Museum of History

See one of the most extensive private collections of artifacts from the American Civil War, World War I, World War II, Presidencies and Pop Culture.

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219 Baltimore Street
Gettysburg, PA 17325

David Wills House

Best known as the house where President Abraham Lincoln stayed prior to delivering the Gettysburg Address, the David Wills House features a National Park Service seven-gallery…

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8 Lincoln Square
Gettysburg, PA 17325

East Berlin Historical Preservation Society

A non-profit organization dedicated to preservation, conservation and education, as it pertains to East Berlin and outlying areas.

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332 West King Street
East Berlin, PA 17316

Eastern Museum of Motor Racing

View a collection of vintage racecars, artifacts, research library of rare books, and sport of auto racing documents & photos, plus a gift shop.

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100 Baltimore Road
York Springs, PA 17372

Gettysburg Heritage Center Museum

Witness the Battle of Gettysburg from two unique perspectives – the civilians who called it home, and the soldiers on the battlefield. The story of the battle comes to life th…

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297 Steinwehr Avenue
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Historic Gettysburg-Adams County (HGAC)

A preservation society located in one of Gettysburg's premier historic buildings offering an event venue, Underground Railroad Tours, a variety of educational programs, an Oct…

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The Historic G.A.R. Building, 53 E. Middle Street
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Gettysburg Beyond the Battle Museum

Discover the civilian experience like never before at the Adams County Historical Society's Beyond the Battle Museum – Gettysburg’s newest historical attraction. Travel throug…

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625 Biglerville Rd.
Gettysburg, PA 17325

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