Lee's second and most ambitious invasion of the North. Often referred to as the "High Water Mark of the Rebellion", Gettysburg was the Civil War's bloodiest battle and was also the inspiration for President Abraham Lincoln's immortal "Gettysburg Address".
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Gettysburg National Military Park
The Battle of Gettysburg was a turning point in the Civil War, the Union victory that ended General Robert E.
- LocationGettysburg, PA
- Entrance No fee listed
- HoursDaily, Sunrise to Sunset
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Overview
Topics
- Animals
- Artillery
- Battlefields
- Birds
- Burial, Cemetery and Gravesite
- Cavalry
- Churches
- Civil War
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- Fire
- Grasslands
- Hospital
- Infantry and Militia
- Meadows
- Medicine
- Military
- Monuments and Memorials
- National Cemetery
- Prairies
- Presidents
- Religion and Spirituality
- Scenic Views
- Schools and Education
- Tortoises and Turtles
- Trains and Railroads
- Transportation
- Wars and Conflicts
- Wetlands
Alerts (2)
Park ClosureDavid Wills House Closure The David Wills House is currently closed. The house will temporarily reopen from November 16 to 19, 2026. Please visit… Read more
The David Wills House is currently closed. The house will temporarily reopen from November 16 to 19, 2026. Please visit our David Wills House web page for more information and a 3D tour of the house.
Park ClosurePennsylvania Memorial Observation Deck Closed A renovation project for the nearby Comfort Station requires electrical service to be shut off. This shut off affects li… Read more
A renovation project for the nearby Comfort Station requires electrical service to be shut off. This shut off affects lighting in the spiral staircase leading up to the Pennsylvania Memorial observation deck. The staircase is now too dark to maintain visitors’ safety. The observation deck will remain closed until the Comfort Station project is complete in early-to-mid November. Note: The base of the Pennsylvania Memorial remains open to visitation during this time.
Things to Do
11 experiences from the National Park Service. Check details on NPS.gov before you go.
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Campfire Programs at Gettysburg
Rangers present evening campfire talks on a wide variety of topics on the Battle of Gettysburg and the American Civil War. Programs take place at the Pitzer Woods Amphitheater, near Auto Tour Stop #6.
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Eisenhower Ranger Programs
Join Eisenhower National Historic Site Park Rangers for free tours of the Eisenhower home and other engaging and free ranger programming in Gettysburg.
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Gettysburg Battle Walks
Throughout the Summer and Fall, Gettysburg National Military Park staff lead special battle walks that explore aspects of the history of the battlefield in more detail than the usual daily ranger…
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Ranger Programs at Gettysburg
For daily interpretive ranger programs beginning August 10, visitors should check in at the National Park Service information desk for more details. Free Ranger-led hikes, walks, and talks that…
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Camping
3 campgrounds listed on Recreation.gov. Check availability and current conditions before you go.
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Historic Bushman House (Gettysburg)
Reservable Campground
The historic Bushman House is an exceptional year-round place to stay and is located within the Gettysburg National Military Park, where it witnessed the Battle of…
Reserve on Recreation.gov- Hiking
- Fishing
- Biking
- Historic & Cultural Site
Details
Overview
The historic Bushman House is an exceptional year-round place to stay and is located within the Gettysburg National Military Park, where it witnessed the Battle of Gettysburg. Beautifully restored and updated in 2017, the house is set back from the roadways and nestled within famous landmarks like Little Round Top and Devil's Den, and near the historic town of Gettysburg.
Recreation
There are numerous ways to experience the battlefield. Visit the park's Things to Do page to learn about self-guided auto tours, licensed battlefield guided tours, easy paved walking trails as well as unpaved to explore and hike.
Trails are available in close proximity to the home.
At the park's visitor center, visitors can marvel at the Gettysburg cyclorama painting, original artifacts, or find their own civil war ancestors. A variety of ranger-led programs are offered throughout the day. Also, Eisenhower National Historic Site is just about five minutes away. It is the only home ever owned by the 34th president.
Facilities
The Bushman House offers three bedrooms, including a first-floor bedroom. A total of 2 queen beds and 2 twin beds; 1.5 bathrooms; fully-equipped and updated kitchen with dishes, utensils, Keurig coffee maker, stove, microwave, dishwasher and refrigerator; dining room; and sitting room. Central heating and air conditioning provide comfort year-round. Bed linens, sheets, pillows, and a limited supply of towels are available. Dish soap and dishwasher detergent are provided. Keyless access code provided prior to scheduled arrival.
Interested in the history of the house? Bushman House History
Natural Features
The 6,000 acre Gettysburg National Military Park comprises a mosaic of pastoral landscapes and forested knolls, with pockets of dispersed wetland and intermittent streams. The park includes woodlots and forested habitat with mature oak and hickory trees. Springtime brings a variety of wildflowers such as bluebells and violets that cover the landscape with color. From summer to fall, the field and forest floors will come to life with the many species of aster and goldenrod found in the park. Black-eyed susan is abundant throughout the park. Visitors can also see cardinal flowers, a favorite to hummingbirds and distinguishable by its bright scarlet flower. The park is also home to numerous birds, mammals, reptiles, and amphibians.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (717) 338-4479.Nearby Attractions
Within a short drive, visitors can explore the town of Gettysburg with even more historic sites, quaint shops, and restaurants to please every palate. Throughout Adams County, visitors will find wineries, cider makers, cultural and music festivals, covered bridges, antiques, crafts, and farmers' markets brimming with local apples and other fresh, local produce. About 45 minutes away is Hershey, Pennsylvania which is home to Chocolate World and Hershey Park. And, just 35 minutes from Hershey is Lancaster, Pennsylvania and Pennsylvania Dutch country.
Charges & Cancellations
A $10 cancellation or change fee applies if the reservation is changed or cancelled. Customers who cancel within 14 days before the arrival date will also forfeit the first night's use fee.
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Historic Rose Farmhouse
Reservable Campground
The historic Rose Farmhouse is an exceptional year-round place to stay and is located within the Gettysburg National Military Park, where it witnessed the Battle of…
Reserve on Recreation.gov- Hiking
- Fishing
- Biking
- Birding
Details
Overview
The historic Rose Farmhouse is an exceptional year-round place to stay and is located within the Gettysburg National Military Park, where it witnessed the Battle of Gettysburg. Beautifully restored and updated in 2025, the house is set back from the roadways and nestled within famous landmarks like Little Round Top and Devil's Den, and near the historic town of Gettysburg.
Recreation
There are numerous ways to experience the battlefield. Visit the park's Things To Do page to learn about self-guided auto tours, licensed battlefield guided tours, easy paved walking trails as well as unpaved to explore and hike.
Trails are available in close proximity to the home.
At the park's visitor center, visitors can marvel at the Gettysburg cyclorama painting, original artifacts, or find their own civil war ancestors. A variety of ranger-led programs are offered throughout the day. Also, Eisenhower National Historic Site is just about five minutes away. It is the only home ever owned by the 34th president.
Facilities
The Rose Farmhouse offers three bedrooms. A total of 2 queen beds, 2 twin beds and a daybed with trundle; 1.5 bathrooms; fully equipped and updated kitchen with dishes, utensils, Keurig coffee maker, stove, microwave, dishwasher and refrigerator; dining room; and sitting room. Central heating and air conditioning provide comfort year-round. Bed linens, sheets, pillows, and a limited supply of towels are available. Dish soap and dishwasher detergent are provided. Keyless access code provided prior to scheduled arrival.
Natural Features
The 6,000 acre Gettysburg National Military Park comprises a mosaic of pastoral landscapes and forested knolls, with pockets of dispersed wetland and intermittent streams. The park includes woodlots and forested habitat with mature oak and hickory trees. Springtime brings a variety of wildflowers such as bluebells and violets that cover the landscape with color. From summer to fall, the field and forest floors will come to life with the many species of aster and goldenrod found in the park. Black-eyed susan is abundant throughout the park. Visitors can also see cardinal flowers, a favorite to hummingbirds and distinguishable by its bright scarlet flower. The park is also home to numerous birds, mammals, reptiles, and amphibians.
Nearby Attractions
Within a short drive, visitors can explore the town of Gettysburg with even more historic sites, quaint shops, and restaurants to please every palate. Throughout Adams County, visitors will find wineries, cider makers, cultural and music festivals, covered bridges, antiques, crafts, and farmers' markets brimming with local apples and other fresh, local produce. About 45 minutes away is Hershey, Pennsylvania which is home to Chocolate World and Hershey Park. And, just 35 minutes from Hershey is Lancaster, Pennsylvania and Pennsylvania Dutch country.
Charges & Cancellations
A $10 cancellation or change fee applies if the reservation is changed or cancelled. Customers who cancel within 14 days before the arrival date will also forfeit the first night's use fee.
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Slyder Farmhouse
Reservable Campground
The Slyder Farmhouse is an exceptional year-round place to stay and is located within the Gettysburg National Military Park, where it witnessed the Battle of Gettysburg…
Reserve on Recreation.gov- Hiking
- Fishing
- Biking
- Birding
Details
Overview
The Slyder Farmhouse is an exceptional year-round place to stay and is located within the Gettysburg National Military Park, where it witnessed the Battle of Gettysburg. Beautifully restored and updated in 2024, the house is set back from the roadways and nestled within famous landmarks like Little Round Top and Devil's Den, and near the historic town of Gettysburg.
Recreation
There are numerous ways to experience the battlefield. Visit the park's Things to Do page to learn about self-guided auto tours, licensed battlefield guided tours, easy paved walking trails as well as unpaved to explore and hike.
Trails are available in close proximity to the home.
At the park's visitor center, visitors can marvel at the Gettysburg cyclorama painting, original artifacts, or find their own civil war ancestors. A variety of ranger-led programs are offered throughout the day. Also, Eisenhower National Historic Site is just about five minutes away. It is the only home ever owned by the 34th president.
Facilities
The Slyder Farmhouse offers a large loft bedroom with 1 queen bed and 1 queen murphy bed; 1 bathroom; fully-equipped and updated eat-in kitchen with dishes, utensils, Keurig coffee maker, stove, microwave, dishwasher and refrigerator; and sitting room. Central heating and air conditioning provide comfort year-round. Bed linens, sheets, pillows, and a limited supply of towels are available. Dish soap and dishwasher detergent are provided. Keyless access code provided prior to scheduled arrival.
Interested in the history of the house? Slyder Farmhouse History
Natural Features
The 6,000 acre Gettysburg National Military Park comprises a mosaic of pastoral landscapes and forested knolls, with pockets of dispersed wetland and intermittent streams. The park includes woodlots and forested habitat with mature oak and hickory trees. Springtime brings a variety of wildflowers such as bluebells and violets that cover the landscape with color. From summer to fall, the field and forest floors will come to life with the many species of aster and goldenrod found in the park. Black-eyed susan is abundant throughout the park. Visitors can also see cardinal flowers, a favorite to hummingbirds and distinguishable by its bright scarlet flower. The park is also home to numerous birds, mammals, reptiles, and amphibians.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (717) 338-4479.Nearby Attractions
Within a short drive, visitors can explore the town of Gettysburg with even more historic sites, quaint shops, and restaurants to please every palate. Throughout Adams County, visitors will find wineries, cider makers, cultural and music festivals, covered bridges, antiques, crafts, and farmers' markets brimming with local apples and other fresh, local produce. About 45 minutes away is Hershey, Pennsylvania which is home to Chocolate World and Hershey Park. And, just 35 minutes from Hershey is Lancaster, Pennsylvania, and Pennsylvania Dutch country.
Charges & Cancellations
A $10 cancellation or change fee applies if the reservation is changed or cancelled. Customers who cancel within 14 days before the arrival date will also forfeit the first night's use fee.
Facilities & Services
Find visitor centers and other services available in the park. Check current hours and availability before you go.
Visitor Centers
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David Wills House
Visitor Center
The home of Gettysburg attorney David Wills was the center of the immense clean-up process after the Battle of Gettysburg and where President Lincoln put the finishing…
Details
The home of Gettysburg attorney David Wills was the center of the immense clean-up process after the Battle of Gettysburg and where President Lincoln put the finishing touches on his Gettysburg Address. The museum features six galleries, including two rooms that have been restored to their 1863 appearance: Wills' office, where he planned for a Soldiers' National Cemetery after the battle; and the bedroom where Lincoln stayed and prepared the Gettysburg Address. Admission to the Wills House is free. -
Museum and Visitor Center
Visitor Center
Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center is the place to begin your visit to the battlefield. Here you will learn how to visit the park and what to…
1195 Baltimore Pike, Gettysburg, PA Directions
Details
Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center is the place to begin your visit to the battlefield. Here you will learn how to visit the park and what to see around Gettysburg. For visitor safety, all bags are subject to inspection. Bags prohibited inside the Museum & Visitor Center building include cooler bags, luggage, and bags with wheels. The Museum and Visitor Center is privately owned and operated by the Gettysburg Foundation, in partnership with the National Park Service.
Plan Your Visit
Hours
Daily, Sunrise to Sunset · Battlefield Hours
Hours details
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Battlefield HoursDaily, Sunrise to Sunset
The battlefield and roads are open thirty minutes before sunrise to thirty minutes after sunset. Visitors can plan their visit and obtain a listing of sunrise and sunset times by day in Gettysburg, PA at: https://sunrise-sunset.org/us/gettysburg-pa.
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Entrance fees
No entrance fees listed.
Address
1195 Baltimore PikeGettysburg, PA 17325
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Weather & conditions
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Upcoming Events
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Living History: Squabbler’s Mess (non-firing)
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From the roar of artillery to the flash of bayonets, living history demonstrations at Gettysburg National Military Park help bring the past to life. On select days, Civil War living historians encamp on the Gettysburg battlefield. Explore their camps, interact with these knowledgeable historians, and witness as they demonstrate the tools, tactics, and firepower of the two armies that waged war across these now hallowed fields.
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Living History: Squabbler’s Mess (non-firing)
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From the roar of artillery to the flash of bayonets, living history demonstrations at Gettysburg National Military Park help bring the past to life. On select days, Civil War living historians encamp on the Gettysburg battlefield. Explore their camps, interact with these knowledgeable historians, and witness as they demonstrate the tools, tactics, and firepower of the two armies that waged war across these now hallowed fields.
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United States Mint to Release Special 250th Anniversary Gettysburg Address Quarter
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On Oct. 21, 2026, Gettysburg National Military Park, in partnership with the United States Mint and the Gettysburg Foundation, will host a public ceremony at the Gettysburg Museum and Visitor Center at 11 a.m. to celebrate the release of the Gettysburg Address Quarter as part of the nation's 250th anniversary commemoration.
The event will feature remarks by U.S. Treasurer Brandon Beach, U.S. Mint Director Paul Hollis, Gettysburg National Military Park Superintendent Stephanie Stephens, and Gettysburg Foundation Acting President Barbara Sardella.
The ceremony will also include a Civil War-era brass band performance and a ceremonial coin pour into a reproduction black stove-pipe hat, similar to the famous hat President Abraham Lincoln was fond of wearing. Following the ceremony, the United States Mint will distribute free Gettysburg Address quarters in commemorative coin boards. Adams County National Bank will coordinate the on-site public coin exchange at the Museum and Visitor Center. The event is free and open to the public. -
Campfire Program
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Program Title: In Granite & Bronze: Early Monument Dedications in the East
Presenter: Ranger Dan Welch
Location: Pitzer Woods Amphitheater, West Confederate Avenue
Description: For the first two years of the war, 1861 to 1863, battles raged at places such as Fort Sumter, Manassas, Antietam, Fredericksburg, and Gettysburg. In their wake, survivors of those engagements wished to remember those they lost and the glory they gained on those fields. Discover the story behind some of the earliest monuments placed on these battlefields in this program.
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Battle Walk
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Program Title: “When duty called we came”: Dole’s Brigade on July 1
Presenter: Ranger Matt Atkinson
Starting Location: Barlow’s Knoll Ending Location: Barlow’s Knoll
Description: On July 1, 1863, Brig. Gen. George Doles’ brigade—nearly 1,300 strong—swept toward Barlow’s Knoll during the opening phase of the Battle of Gettysburg. In this program, visitors will explore how Doles’ Georgians executed one of the most complex tactical maneuvers of the day, a coordinated attack that helped collapse the Union right flank north of town. -
Campfire Program
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Program Title: Life and Death at Camp Letterman
Presenter: Ranger Christopher Gwinn
Location: Pitzer Woods Amphitheater, West Confederate Avenue
Description: Between July 20 and November 19, 1863, over four thousand wounded Union and Confederate soldiers were treated at Gettysburg’s Camp Letterman, the largest field hospital established following the Battle of Gettysburg. Discover what life was like for the patients and medical staff, who suffered, toiled, and sacrificed at this now vanished location. -
Battle Walk
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Program Title: “Rally, boys and go over that fence!” – The 11th Mississippi in Pettigrew’s Charge
Presenter: Ranger Dan Welch
Starting Location: Auto Tour Stop 4, North Carolina Memorial Ending Location: Hancock Avenue, Brian Farm
Description: Baxter McFarland, a veteran of the 11th Mississippi, wrote several articles on his unit’s history during the post war era. Even just several decades removed, he was concerned the 11th’s “heroic conduct nor its appalling losses have received the public recognition which long ago should have been recorded.” Follow the story of the 11th on July 3, 1863, in this compelling program.
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Getting There
Gettysburg, PA 17325
Gettysburg National Military Park is located in Adams County, Pennsylvania. The museum and visitor center is located at 1195 Baltimore Pike (Route 97) with a back entrance from the Taneytown Road (State Rt. 134).
Full directions
From North or South, follow US 15 to Gettysburg and watch for signs to direct you to the National Park Service Museum and Visitor Center. From East or West, drive into Gettysburg on US Rt. 30, turn South on Baltimore Street (Rt. 97), and follow signs to the entrance of the visitor center.
Mailing address: 1195 Baltimore Pike, Gettysburg, PA 17325
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