During the early morning hours of June 28, 1863, General George Gordon Meade was appointed commander of the Army of the Potomac. Over the course of the next three days, he rapidly advanced his troops northward, surprising the Confederate Army and forcing them into the decisive battle of the war. Join author and historian Timothy
Have you ever fired a cannon? Now is your chance! On Monday, July 1st you can take part in the firing of our reproduction 10-pounder Parrot rifle. Ticket holders will have the opportunity to join our trained cannon crew and pull the lanyard (rope) to fire a blank (black powder) round. The cannon will be
The Adams County Historical Society's Annual Civil War Book Sale on Saturday, July 6th (10 a.m. to 5 p.m.) will feature thousands of used Civil War and history books at great prices. Don't miss a great selection of new books in the Beyond the Battle Gift Shop as well. This year's sale will also feature
Following the disastrous defeat of the Confederate Army of Northern Virginia at Gettysburg, General Robert E. Lee ordered his men to withdraw across the South Mountain Range into the Cumberland Valley and southward to the safety of Virginia. However, disengaging his forces and protecting his rear guard would be no simple task. Join historian Timothy
Learn about the local children who witnessed the Battle of Gettysburg up close. Through rare letters, diaries, and manuscripts preserved by the Adams County Historical Society, ACHS Historian Tim Smith weave together a unique story that is fascinating for all ages. This free public program is made possible by the generous support of PA Bucket
How did families cope with being trapped in their cellars during the Battle of Gettysburg? What devastation awaited them when they emerged? Caught in the Crossfire uses eyewitness accounts and rare artifacts to give participants insight into what life was like for local civilians and serves as an excellent complement to the museum’s premier immersive
Whether you're a life-long resident of Adams County or a visiting Gettysburg buff, we invite you to join us on a half-day bus excursion around the towns and villages of historic Adams County, Pennsylvania. Guided by Tim Smith, director of education at the Adams County Historical Society, the tour will cover lesser-known sites and stories
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
