Join author Stephen Evangelista as he explores the topic of his latest book, Forever Silenced: The Story of the Gettysburg Gun, which offers an extraordinary and sweeping narrative of one of the Civil War’s most enduring artifacts: the Gettysburg Gun. This cannon is the only known artillery piece to have seen action at the Battle of Gettysburg
Hear the untold story of how America’s declaration of independence hinged on seven critical months in 1776 and the courageous votes that changed the world forever. This gripping account reveals the precarious path to American independence through a series of pivotal dates that history has nearly forgotten. While July 4th claims the glory, the actual
Don’t miss this rare, hands-on opportunity to fire an authentic Civil War firearm. Under the close supervision of expert instructor Phil Spaugy, participants will load and fire one blank cartridge, gaining firsthand insight into the experience of a 19th-century soldier. The session includes a live demonstration of proper loading techniques, along with a discussion on
The Battle of Gettysburg was a horrifying experience for the residents of this historic town, including the Shrivers. Once a year, visitors can experience the battle through the eyes of this ordinary family that lived through extraordinary circumstances. Listen to Hettie Shriver and her neighbors discuss the possible invasion. Stand just feet away from Confederate
Barbara Franco will share her findings from a 10-year project to identify the surgeons who cared for the wounded at the battle of Gettysburg. A database of more than 1200 surgeons, both Union and Confederate, is the basis for her new book, Gettysburg Surgeons: Facing a Common Enemy in the Civil War’s Deadliest Battle. The
On July 1, 1863, John Burns left his Gettysburg home and joined in the fighting west of the town. He was wounded and captured but survived the battle to become one of the famous civilian warriors in American history. Join historian and author Timothy H. Smith as he relates the story of “The Hero of
Their houses were used as hospitals, their livestock was killed, their crops were destroyed, and their fields were used as graveyards. Join Historian Timothy H. Smith as he discusses the aftermath of the battle and the resilient spirit of the Gettysburg citizens in establishing the tourism economy in the years after the Civil War. This
Step back in time as Hollywood comes to Gettysburg this fall! On October 11–12, downtown Gettysburg will be transformed into the set of a brand-new film from actor and director Bo Brinkman (Gettysburg, A Gettysburg Christmas, The Last Man Club, The Bay House). This powerful story follows a fictional Gettysburg family whose lives are forever