Gettysburg National Historical Park

Gettysburg National Military Park    

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The National Park Service preserves the natural and cultural resources and values of the National Park System for the enjoyment, education, and …

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Jan 4, 2025
We started at the museum, doing the film and "cyclorama", then moving on to the exhibits. The film is predictable and blah; the cyclorama is unexciting; but the museum is well structured, informativ…Full review by B701IKkathyh
Nov 2, 2024
What a lovely couple of hours. We hit the numbered spots - and SO enjoyed them. Beautiful fall afternoon- no crowds, no lines, no wait. The visitors center got us started off with information and map…Full review by Coastal65840757587
Oct 28, 2024
The park and museum exceeded all expectations. The movie followed by the cyclorama experience was amazing. Afterward we followed the map on the self-guided tour of the battlefield and this was also g…Full review by Hijinx1
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Hello, how would I make arrangements for Ranger Matt Atkinson to be our guide? Thank-you!
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I would begin by calling this number at the Visitor Center: 717-334-2436 or 877-874-2478 Good luck!
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Answer by Mina K · Mar 27, 2024
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How long would you allow for touring the museum?
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If it is just the museum building allow and hour, but to tour the park would be an additional 3 to 4 hours.
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Do you issue military passes?
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can I get a Senior Pass at visitor center
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Don’t know
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Can you walk the fields and sit and enjoy the views and history or are you required to stay on the sidewalks and trails?
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There are dozens of miles of trails all through the battlefield. Some few areas are roped off as they protect against erosion, but most of the battlefield is open to walking. It is more …
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There are dozens of miles of trails all through the battlefield. Some few areas are roped off as they protect against erosion, but most of the battlefield is open to walking. It is more than you can walk in a day.
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Is there a fee to drive through the park?
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There is no fee for entrance to the park, National Cemetery, or park buildings. There is a fee for the film, Cyclorama, and museum. Full...
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You require a full day to explore the military park. Hence, make your plans accordingly
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Lectures by historians, band concerts, and a showcase of Civil War antiques
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There are many ranger-led hikes and activities running regularly at the park
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Subjects range from battle history to medical practices of the Civil War, and include battlefield hikes
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The battlefield consists of Auto Touring, walking and you can get tapes or CDs to guide you on your tour
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Dogs are allowed to visit the outside portions of the battlefield on leash. They are not allowed into buildings or the cemetery
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Entry to the park is free of charge
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If you can't come in july, don't fret because the site is open year round
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For a real behind-the-scenes look, hike, bike or book a horseback tour with hickory hollow horse farm
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The park offers a visitor's center with films and information
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Areas within the park include the gettysburg national cemetery
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The brick visitor centre houses the gettysburg museum of the civil war
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The inn is located on lincoln square, so you can walk to most of the local attractions, restaurants, and shops
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In the adjacent town of gettysburg, you can visit the gettysburg national cemetery to pay your respects
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Start your tour at the gettysburg museum and visitor center, where thousands of civil war artifacts retell the battles
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Park hours are strictly enforced
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Shuttle buses to eisenhower national historic site are available from the visitor center
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The museum at the visitor center is a must-see, particularly for the truly awe-inspiring cyclorama
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The park also hosts living history programs and reenactments and has extensive horseback riding trails
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Start at the visitor center to view the movie
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Visitors can stroll around the park campus, or visit various museums, quarters, cemeteries of soldiers and many more places within
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