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
17th Annual Foothills Artists Studio Tour November 23 & 24, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Meet fourteen artists and tour their studios just a few miles west of Gettysburg. This self-guided tour may be completed in any order. Please visit www.foothillsartists.net for more information. The event is free and all ages are welcome. Eight studio
On November 19, 1863, President Abraham Lincoln gave the most famous speech in American history. Since Lincoln, many other presidents have visited Gettysburg, some to find inspiration from the events that occurred here in 1863 and others to deliver their own “Gettysburg Address.” Join Historian Timothy H. Smith for this free public program as he
Join historian and author William A. Frassanito for a tour of our special exhibit, Early Photography at Gettysburg, which features rare items from Mr. Frassanito’s private collection. None of these images or artifacts have been on display before, and we are excited to present this opportunity to a limited number of guests. Mr. Frassanito will
18th Annual Foothills Artists Studio Tour November 22 & 23, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Meet fourteen artists and tour their studios nestled in beautiful western Adams County, PA, just a few miles from Gettysburg. This popular tour, located in the Fairfield, Orrtanna and Cashtown areas, is self-guided and may be completed in any order.