Things To Do

Gettysburg Museums
Adams County Historical Society Primary and secondary resource material for researching county history. Gettysburg, PA
American Civil War Wax Museum Presenting the entire story of the Civil War era and Battle of Gettysburg. An educational and inspiring experience for all ages. Gettysburg, PA
Camp David Museum Celebrate the rich history of Shangri-La-Camp David through pictures & memorabilia of Presidents from Hoover up until today. Thurmont, MD
David Wills House Located in downtown Gettysburg, the museum offers visitors a world-class experience that tells the story of Lincoln and the Gettysburg Address. Gettysburg, PA
Eastern Museum of Motor Racing View a collection of vintage racecars, artifacts, research library of rare books, and sport of auto racing documents & photos, plus a gift shop. York Springs, PA
Eisenhower National Historic Site Adjacent to the Battlefield, President Eisenhower's home & farm served as a weekend retreat and a meeting place for world leaders. Gettysburg, PA
Explore & More Children's Museum Created by pre-school teachers. 7 rooms of activities allow children to explore new ideas through play. Especially for children 3 to 8 years old. Gettysburg, PA
General Lee's Headquarters Museum Civil War Museum housed in the headquarters of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee where Lee & his staff planned the Battle of Gettysburg. Gettysburg, PA
Gettysburg Diorama See the ENTIRE Battlefield & watch the troop movements of ALL 3 days of battle. A great orientation. Gettysburg, PA
Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center - Gettysburg Foundation & National Park Service A blend of the familiar & exciting new programs, exhibits & experiences. A short drive from the old Visitor Center & major points on the Battlefield. Gettysburg, PA
Hall of Presidents and First Ladies The history of America revealed by our Presidents, meticulously reproduced in wax, using light and sound to tell the story from their perspective. Gettysburg, PA
Historic Gettysburg Train Station The station served as a field hospital during the Battle. Lincoln arrived here by train on Nov. 18, 1863, for the dedication of the National Cemetery. Gettysburg, PA
International Museum of Spiritual Investigations A museum focusing on the evidence, techniques, and history of spiritual investigations. Gettysburg, PA
Jennie Wade House Museum With but few minor changes and repairs, the house remains much as it did more than 145 years ago. Authentically furnished from cellar to attic. Gettysburg, PA
John Brown House Located in Chambersburg, 20 miles west of Gettysburg, John Brown boarded at this house the summer of the 1859 planning of his raid on Harpers Ferry. Chambersburg, PA
Lincoln Train Museum The Lincoln Toy Train Collection with over 1,000 trains & dioramas.The Lincoln Train Museum is also home to the simulated "Lincoln Train Ride." Gettysburg, PA
Mister Ed's Elephant Museum & Candy Emporium See over 10,000 elephants. Home to one of the most unique gift shop with plush room, Pez & magnet room, & the largest candy display in the territory! Orrtanna, PA
National Civil War Museum See and feel the emotions rise and fall as you embrace Bull Run, Shiloh, Vicksburg, Chancellorsville, Wilderness, Antietam and Gettysburg. Harrisburg, PA
National Shrine of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Religious & historic site honoring the life of the 1st US-born saint. Includes the majestic Basilica with stained glass windows, mosaics & marble. Emmitsburg, MD
Seminary Ridge Museum - Gettysburg This Civil War museum, located on the Lutheran Theological Seminary and the first days battle ground, will open in July 2013. Gettysburg, PA
Shriver House Museum Dedicated to the civilian experience during the Battle of Gettysburg, the Shriver House Museum is located in Gettysburg's historic district. Gettysburg, PA
Soldier's National Museum Located in the former Soldier's National Orphanage, view artifacts, memorabilia and dioramas from the Civil War and other American conflicts. Gettysburg, PA
The Union Mills Homestead The Shriver family homestead for 6 generations, tour this museum complex, consisting of the main house and award-winning grist mill. Westminster, MD
U.S. Christian Commission Museum and Coffee Shop Dedicated to telling the story of faith and courage during the Civil War. Join us for Sunday Log Chapel services. Gettysburg, PA, PA