Gettysburg National Military Park
Situated on the famous "Mason-Dixon Line", the historic border between the old "North and South". It is the area where President Abraham Lincoln dedciated a cemetary for the soldiers who fought in the Battle of Gettysburg, perhaps the most influential battle of the American Civil War.
The 3,500 acres of the Gettysburg National Military Park has long been a beacon of American history for everyone around the world.
---from the Gettysburg Chamber of Commerce
HERSHEY, PA.
Just a short drive away is the home to one of the world famous candy makers. The area of Hershey, PA. is built upon the accomplishments and deeds of Milton S. Hershey, maker of the world famous Herhey chocolate. Today it is also home to Hershey Park, Hershey's Chocolate World, Zoo America and many more family attractions. For more information, visit their website.
Adams County Historical Society - Often referred to as the "county's attic", an archive and museum perserving the rich cultural heritage of Adams County, Pennsylvania. Offers twenty-one hours of public operation utilizing paid and volunteer staff to serve researchers and visitors at its headquarters and museum located in Schmucker Hall or "Old Dorm" on the campus of the Lutheran Theological Seminary in Gettysburg.
Gettysburg Battle Theater - A multimedia presentation of the crucial three days of the Battle of Gettysburg and the events leading up to it. It is located next to the field where General Pickettled his men on the historic charge. Offers a complete Battlefield Diorama of 25,000 hand-painted miniature soldiers and gift shop and cafeteria.
Hall of Presidents - A collection of American history meticously reproduced in wax in every detail. Uses light, sound and voices of the Presidents to tell the American story from their perspective.
Jennie Wade House - The popular and historic Jennie Wade House was made famous by the Civil War Battle of Gettysburg during the summer of 1863. Jennie Wade was the only civilian killed during the Battle of Gettysburg. The house remains virturally the same as it did back then and evidence of the battle can still be seen as bullet holes on the house.
Lincoln Train Museum - Highlights President Lincoln's visit to Gettysburg from Washington DC. This attraction features over 1,000 model trains from many countries, dioramas illustrating the role of the railroad during the Civil War and a simulated ride with President Lincoln to Gettysburg where he dedicated the cementary in honor of the soldiers that fought and died there.
Soldiers National Museum - A showcase of the Civil War, the museum displays a large collection of artifacts and memorabilia from not only the Civil War, but also from other American conflicts. Also features beautifully crafted miniature dioramas of the major conflicts of the Civil War as well as a life-size, narrated Confederate Encampment.