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August 2019
Gettysburg Lincoln Railroad Station Hosts Free Programs
Visitors to the Gettysburg Lincoln Railroad Station™ can enjoy free programming throughout the 2019 summer season. Before and after the programs, take time to explore the station through a self-guided tour. Learn about the railroad’s role at Gettysburg and President Abraham Lincoln’s arrival for the dedication of the Soldiers’ National Cemetery where he delivered the Gettysburg Address. The museum and programs offer free admission. The Gettysburg Lincoln Railroad Station™ is located at 35 Carlisle Street, Gettysburg. Thursday, July…
Find out more »Annual Buchanan Valley Picnic
Join us for our Annual Buchanan Valley Picnic, on Saturday, August 24, 2019, from noon until dusk, rain or shine. Homecooked Family-Style Ham and Chicken dinners will be served all day. Price is $11.00 for adults; $5.00 for children ages 6 to 12; and ages 5 and under are free. To be held at the picnic grove at the St. Ignatius Loyola Church at 1095 Church Road, Orrtanna, the picnic has been a tradition for over 175 years. Nestled in…
Find out more »Rupp House Courtyard Chats
Visitors to the Rupp House History Center have an opportunity to enjoy a series of Courtyard Chats throughout the 2019 summer season. Join us and relax in the comfort of a rocking chair on the courtyard porches of the historic Rupp House, located at 451 Baltimore Street, Gettysburg. Programs begin at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, July 20 Basic Genealogy – Finding Your Civil War Ancestor: Tim Smith and Roger Rex of the Adams County Historical Society will help kick start your…
Find out more »Gettysburg Lincoln Railroad Station Hosts Free Programs
Visitors to the Gettysburg Lincoln Railroad Station™ can enjoy free programming throughout the 2019 summer season. Before and after the programs, take time to explore the station through a self-guided tour. Learn about the railroad’s role at Gettysburg and President Abraham Lincoln’s arrival for the dedication of the Soldiers’ National Cemetery where he delivered the Gettysburg Address. The museum and programs offer free admission. The Gettysburg Lincoln Railroad Station™ is located at 35 Carlisle Street, Gettysburg. Thursday, July…
Find out more »Rupp House Courtyard Chats
Visitors to the Rupp House History Center have an opportunity to enjoy a series of Courtyard Chats throughout the 2019 summer season. Join us and relax in the comfort of a rocking chair on the courtyard porches of the historic Rupp House, located at 451 Baltimore Street, Gettysburg. Programs begin at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, July 20 Basic Genealogy – Finding Your Civil War Ancestor: Tim Smith and Roger Rex of the Adams County Historical Society will help kick start your…
Find out more »September 2019
Smithsonian’s American Democracy: A Great Leap of Faith Exhibition at the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum & Visitor Center
Inspired by the permanent exhibition at the National Museum of American History, American Democracy: A Great Leap of Faith opens to the public July 20, 2019, in the Gettysburg Museum of the American Civil War at the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum & Visitor Center and will close Nov. 10, 2019. American Democracy demonstrates that democracy relies on every citizen’s active participation in the quest to form a “more perfect union.” To purchase tickets for the Gettysburg Museum of the…
Find out more »Hanover Chili Cook Off
The Hanover Chili Cook Off has become a staple for family entertainment, chili tasting and fundraising for local nonprofit organizations, all built around the PA State Chili Cooking Championships. The day’s events include three local bands, a magician, a juggler, a face painter and many, MANY varieties of chili, along with many supporting vendors. Not to mention Good food and beverage concessions too! Come out and help us exceed the $60,000 raised for local nonprofits last year! Admission: $12.00 at…
Find out more »Rupp House Courtyard Chats
Visitors to the Rupp House History Center have an opportunity to enjoy a series of Courtyard Chats throughout the 2019 season. Join us and relax in the comfort of a rocking chair on the courtyard porches of the historic Rupp House, located at 451 Baltimore Street, Gettysburg. Programs begin at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 7 Canceled Saturday, Sept. 14 The Second Day at Gettysburg, The Attack and Defense of Cemetery Ridge on July 2, 1863: Join author Scott…
Find out more »Rupp House Courtyard Chats
Visitors to the Rupp House History Center have an opportunity to enjoy a series of Courtyard Chats throughout the 2019 summer season. Join us and relax in the comfort of a rocking chair on the courtyard porches of the historic Rupp House, located at 451 Baltimore Street, Gettysburg. Programs begin at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, July 20 Basic Genealogy – Finding Your Civil War Ancestor: Tim Smith and Roger Rex of the Adams County Historical Society will help kick start your…
Find out more »October 2019
Smithsonian’s American Democracy: A Great Leap of Faith Exhibition at the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum & Visitor Center
Inspired by the permanent exhibition at the National Museum of American History, American Democracy: A Great Leap of Faith opens to the public July 20, 2019, in the Gettysburg Museum of the American Civil War at the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum & Visitor Center and will close Nov. 10, 2019. American Democracy demonstrates that democracy relies on every citizen’s active participation in the quest to form a “more perfect union.” To purchase tickets for the Gettysburg Museum of the…
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