This 2-hour tour explores little-known sites in historic Gettysburg--prisoner-of-war camps, an Army intelligence camp on the battlefield, and the Navy's secret map-making service, Tour guides share stories of WWII leaders Winston Churchill, Franklin D. Roosevelt, Charles de Gaulle, Dwight Eisenhower, as well as the civilian experiences of war -time Gettysburg. Two tours daily each Saturday
Gettysburg Community Theatre 49 York St., Gettysburg Times and prices vary www.gettysburgcommunitytheatre.org
Art Downtown is going small … miniature really … this month. The Hanover Area Arts Guild, with its Art Downtown gallery in Hanover, is sponsoring its first Miniature Art Exhibit during May. The artists love it and, Sharon Benner, who is coordinating the exhibit, says she thinks art lovers will, too. “I was expecting 100
More than 1,900 wounded Union and Confederate Soldiers were hospitalized. Living Historians help you discover the stories of the soldiers, surgeons and civilians of Gettysburg - just minutes from the battlefield. The site is open in summer through Friday, August 12th, Saturday, August 13th and Sunday, August 14th only with access via shuttle from the
Celebrate the 30th anniversary of our award-winning Tears of Gettysburg. Join us at the Farm Winery for wood-fired pizzas, live music from 5.5 Men, delicious food from Agin’ Cajun food truck, vendors, and wine.
“Reflections of My Son, 1st Sgt. Pat Farrington” is presented by Dan Orr. “Courtyard Chats” take place at 6:30 p.m. in the courtyard at the rear of the Rupp House, 451 Baltimore Street in downtown Gettysburg. Talks last approximately one hour. Visit https://www.gettysburgfoundation.org/rupp-house/ or call 717-338-1243 for details. Free and open to the public.
Join women licensed battlefield guides in commemorating 50 years of guiding at Gettysburg through this special series of battle walks and talks – free and open to the public. Each brings to life the Battle of Gettysburg and its effect on civilian and soldier alike. Presented to the community in celebration of women becoming part
Pre-order a picnic basket of goodies and come out to the Farm Winery to enjoy a nice Mother’s Day picnic (wine not included in basket). Live music will be provided by John Hufford on Saturday. Baskets must be ordered by May 9th and are $44.99. Please call 717-334-4631 to order your basket today!
“Offers for the Union” is presented by Mike Smith. The Rupp House "Living History Demonstrations & Events," are free and open to the public from approximately 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Here at Hollabaugh Bros., Inc. Fruit Farm & Market, we really value family. And I think everyone would agree that moms and grandmoms are one of the strongest building blocks of a great family. We invite all children to join us Saturday, May 12, 2018 from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. for our Mothers’ Day
Here at Hollabaugh Bros., Inc. Fruit Farm & Market, we love everything green and growing, even if it isn’t fruit trees. And we want to share our excitement with you! Join us for our “Let’s Create Terrariums” event on May 12th 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. to bring your creation to life and take something green
"The Horses of Gettysburg" will be presented by Lynn Heller. “Courtyard Chats” take place at 6:30 p.m. in the courtyard at the rear of the Rupp House, 451 Baltimore Street in downtown Gettysburg. Talks last approximately one hour. Visit https://www.gettysburgfoundation.org/rupp-house/ or call 717-338-1243 for details. Free and open to the public.
Here at Hollabaugh Bros., Inc. Fruit Farm & Market, we love good food and great company. That’s why our cooking classes are the best way to spend an evening! Come and spend some time with us on Tuesday, May 15th at 6:00 p.m. for our May Cooking Class, “Stir Fry That Asparagus." We love seeing
Gettysburg National Military Park and the Gettysburg Foundation have teamed up to honor the history of the Emancipation Proclamation by exhibiting a copy personally signed by President Abraham Lincoln. One of three color lithographic broadsides, this was given directly to Lincoln by David Williams Cheesman, and is known as the Cheesman copy. The Emancipation Proclamation
Do you have connections to the soldiers from New York who fought in the Battle of Gettysburg? Then, check out New York State Day: Join us for special Ranger hikes and see artifacts from the collections of the Gettysburg Museum of the American Civil War on display in the lobby of the Gettysburg National Military
The 2018 Littlestown Wine Festival will have a variety of Wine Vendors including 5 Schmucks Winery, Thunder Ridge Vineyards, Spring Gate Vineyard, Brookmere Winery, Sand Castle Winery and Starr Hill Winery. In addition to wineries there will be entertainment, craft and food vendors. There will be lots of food, wine and shopping, so bring your
Have your cookie and eat it too! Join us at the Farm Winery to learn how to decorate an 8” cookie. Cookies and all supplies are included. Guests will learn how to pipe a decorative icing border around the edge of the cookie, write with icing, and create a flower decoration. The class is $35
Best Friend’s Day is June 8th. Grab your bestie and make some new memories together! Live far away from your best friend? Come and paint and send it to your best friend as a “thank-you” for his or her’s friendship. A professional artist will walk you through the entire painting process. The basic design is
Join us at Hollabaugh Bros., Inc. Fruit Farm & Market for our 3rd Annual Strawberry Festival on Memorial Day weekend: Saturday, May 26, 2018 from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. and Sunday, May 27, 2018 from 12:00 – 5:00 p.m. Fresh Strawberry Sundaes, Strawberry Pies, Strawberries n’ Shortcake, Strawberry activities for kids, Bounce House, and
What’s better than all you can eat pancakes? All you can eat pancakes topped with delicious fruit syrups from the farm! Join us for our first an all you can eat pancake breakfast of the season! Enjoy all you can eat pancakes, sausages, coffee, and juice. Then, round out your time at the farm by
Civil War Dance Ensemble: Guns of Gettysburg display of original weapons at Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center. Free and open to the public. Visit http://www.civilwardance.org/schedule.htm for details.
Visitors to Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center will have a rare opportunity to touch a piece of American history on Saturday, May 26th. Original weapons used in the Civil War will be on display in the group lobby of the Visitor Center from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The exhibit, presented by
Sink your teeth into some smokin’ barbeque. More than 40 teams from across the state compete for trophies and cash prizes. The festival features samplings from dozens of area restaurants and caterers, beer from Appalachian Brewing Company, live music, a kids zone with pony rides and bounce houses, local crafters and vendors, and more. Proceeds
“General Abner Doubleday” will be presented by Skip Schirmer. “Courtyard Chats” take place at 6:30 p.m. in the courtyard at the rear of the Rupp House, 451 Baltimore Street in downtown Gettysburg. Talks last approximately one hour. Visit https://www.gettysburgfoundation.org/rupp-house/ or call 717-338-1243 for details. Free and open to the public.
In 1996, an original rock musical by a little-known composer opened on Broadway… and forever changed the landscape of American theatre. Two decades later, Jonathan Larson’s RENT continues to speak loudly and defiantly to audiences across generations and all over the world. And now, this Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award®-winning masterpiece returns to the stage
Civil War Dance Ensemble: Dance demonstrations and civilian artifact display at Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center. Free and open to the public. Visit http://www.civilwardance.org/schedule.htm for details.
Celebrate the summer in style at the Farm Winery. Our Terrace Bistro will be open on Memorial Day this year, with live music from Faded Denim on the Terrace.
The years 1861 to 1865 were not all blood and mud, death and destructions. On the Homefront there was grace and beauty, music and dancing. Almost everyone in America was dancing during the Civil War, North and South, young and old, rich and poor, urban and rural. Dancing was one way to forget, at least
Celebrating 25 years, the Frederick Festival of the Arts is held along Carroll Creek Linear Park in Historic downtown Frederick, Maryland. This juried, fine art show features over 100 artists from across the country in more than a dozen mediums. Live music and dance performances take place on four stages, plus artist demonstrations, children’s activities,
Tour Dates: Saturdays from June 2 – July 28, 2018. Time: 11:30am and 1:30pm. As the bloodiest battle of the Civil War raged just miles from the peaceful home of the Sisters, they could not ignore the call to go and care for the wounded. With casualties totaling over 50,000 after the Battle of Gettysburg
Celebrate the release of our Sangria Wines with some live music from Mojovishnu, food from Sam & Jo Gyros, wood-fired pizzas, and a build your own sangria bar. The event is free, but the build your own sangria bar is $8
The Gettysburg Civic Chorus, a 100 voice community organization presents their spring concert,"Magical Musical Moments". The chorus is under the direction of Bill Serfass and is accompanied by Sharon Hedges.
The Gettysburg Civic Chorus, a 100 voice community organization presents their spring concert, Magical Musical Moments. The chorus is under the direction of Bill Serfass and is accompanied by Sharon Hedges.