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 he 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
To celebrate World Teachers' Day, ACHS is offering complimentary admission to all teachers on Saturday, October 5th from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
From canteens and belt buckles to bullets and artillery shells, authentic objects found in and around Gettysburg form the backbone of this hands-on program. Wearing white gloves, participants will have the opportunity to handle original Civil War artifacts and learn about the aftermath of the Battle of Gettysburg, including how area residents faced the dangers
Join us for a seasonal book sale! We have over 500 Civil War and history books for sale. We will also be featuring a table of Lincoln ephemera available for purchase. This sale will be held in the first-floor Seminar Room.
Abraham Lincoln spent just 25 hours in Gettysburg, but while he was here, he changed the course of history. This program follows Lincoln’s visit step-by-step and highlights dozens of first-hand accounts written by people who witnessed the president deliver the most famous speech of all time.
Join ACHS for our Christmas at the Museum celebration from December 7-8! Kids get to enter the museum for FREE on both days, and adults enjoy 50% off their regular admission price. There will be a hot chocolate bar, kids crafts, and our BRAND NEW holiday scavenger hunt. Come out an join us as we
Journey through the Gettysburg area for a joyous, self-guided tour of historic buildings that have been decorated for the holidays. Stops include inns, bed & breakfasts, and private homes — each one with a unique story for you to discover along the way. This program is sponsored by the Adams County Historical Society. This is
Bundle up and step back in time for an old-fashioned candlelight service. Dress warmly or bring a blanket! This takes place and a historic building without electricity or heat. Rock Chapel Church was founded in 1773, rebuilt in 1849, and is the oldest Methodist meeting place west of the Susquehanna River and the first Methodist
