Catherine Comes Home – Living History Tour

National Shrine of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton 339 South Seton Avenue, Emmitsburg , United States

Sundays through August 18 with tour times between 12:15-4:15pm and Wednesdays through August 21 with tour times between 11:30am-2:00pm. Discover the life and legacy of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton through the eyes of her daughter, Catherine, and other beloved friends. After Elizabeth Ann Seton died in 1821, Catherine left home, heartbroken by her mother's death.

$6 – $10

Catherine Comes Home – Living History Tour

Sundays through August 18 with tour times between 12:15-4:15pm and Wednesdays through August 21 with tour times between 11:30am-2:00pm. Discover the life and legacy of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton through the eyes of her daughter, Catherine, and other beloved friends. After Elizabeth Ann Seton died in 1821, Catherine left home, heartbroken by her mother's death.

$6 – $10

Ciil War Tours

National Shrine of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton 339 South Seton Avenue, Emmitsburg , United States

As the bloodiest battle of the Civil War rages just miles from the peaceful home of the Sisters in Emmitsburg, they could not ignore the call to help. After the Battle of Gettysburg was over, the Sisters traveled 12  miles north to the heart of the battlegrounds to care for the wounded from both sides.

$6 – $8

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National Shrine of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton 339 South Seton Avenue, Emmitsburg , United States

As the bloodiest battle of the Civil War rages just miles from the peaceful home of the Sisters in Emmitsburg, they could not ignore the call to help. After the Battle of Gettysburg was over, the Sisters traveled 12  miles north to the heart of the battlegrounds to care for the wounded from both sides.

$6 – $8

Annual Buchanan Valley Picnic

Grounds of the St. Ignatius Loyola Church 1095 Church Road, Orrtanna, PA, United States

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

Free

Rupp House Courtyard Chats

Rupp House History Center 451 Baltimore Street, Gettysburg, PA, United States

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

Free

Gettysburg Lincoln Railroad Station Hosts Free Programs

Gettysburg Lincoln Railroad Station 35 Carlisle Street, Gettysburg, PA, United States

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

Free

Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Birthday Celebration

National Shrine of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton 339 South Seton Avenue, Emmitsburg , United States

We welcome everyone to join us as we celebrate Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton’s birthday on August 25 at 1:30pm Mass, as well as afterward on our grounds with fun activities for kids of all ages! Mass will include a Backpack Blessing for all students in attendance. For the Blessing, students may bring a backpack or

Free