Gettysburg, PA – In honor of the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States, the town of Gettysburg will host a theatrical and historically immersive re-creation of President Abraham Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address Nov. 18-19.

In honor of Abraham Lincoln and the nation he helped reunite, The Lincoln Fellowship of Pennsylvania, in collaboration with Gettysburg National Military Park are planning a historically immersive re-creation of President Lincoln’s visit to Gettysburg and ·the dedication of the Soldiers’ National Cemetery.

In November 1863, at a moment of profound national crisis, President Abraham Lincoln traveled to Gettysburg to reaffirm the promise first articulated in Philadelphia on July 4, 1776. His brief remarks at the dedication of a new cemetery for fallen soldiers would become one of the most enduring statements of American purpose.

Wendy Allen, president of the Lincoln Fellowship of Pennsylvania commented that this America250PA-Adams County live theatrical event, Lincoln at Gettysburg: Shall not Perish, offers an unparalleled opportunity to reinforce the importance of American history and the sacrifices made to secure our freedoms.

The event will begin on November 18, 2026, with Lincoln’s arrival by train in Gettysburg, followed by period welcoming remarks and his stay at the Wills House. On November 19, 2026, the full presidential procession will be re-created, proceeding from Gettysburg’s town square to the Soldiers’ National Cemetery (within) Gettysburg National Cemetery), where President Lincoln will once again deliver the Gettysburg Address. Additional programming is planned for November 16 and 17 on historic Lincoln Square.

The event welcomes award-winning actor Billy Campbell back to Gettysburg to portray President Abraham Lincoln and three-time SAG Award nominated actor Casey Thomas Brown to portray John Hay, Lincoln’s private secretary.

Throughout 2026, Americans will commemorate the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States. This semiquincentennial year offers an opportunity for national reflection, public education, and renewed appreciation of the foundational principles of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. Adams County, Pennsylvania is honored to offer one such event.

The event, Lincoln at Gettysburg: Shall Not Perish, is free and open to the public. November 18-19, 2026.

LINCOLN FELLOWSHIP OF PENNSYLVANIA Is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit that honors the legacy and memory of President Abraham Lincoln, commemorates the Gettysburg Address and the dedication of the Gettysburg National Cemetery, educates the public about history related to President Lincoln and the Cemetery, and advances our nation’s highest values and principles and promotes positive civic engagement as reflected in the words and actions of President Lincoln.