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Gettysburg, PA – The Gettysburg Foundation has donated $472,376 to Gettysburg National Military Park to support preservation, education and visitor engagement projects. The donation, generated from funds raised through Museum & Visitor Center operations for the fiscal year ending Sept. 30, 2024, underscores the Foundation’s ongoing commitment to enhancing the visitor experience and supporting the National Park Service’s mission at Gettysburg.
“The Gettysburg Foundation believes in the essential role that the National Park Service (NPS) plays in preserving and sharing the history of Gettysburg. We deeply value the dedication of NPS staff and remain committed to supporting their work,” said Jackie Spainhour, president and CEO of the Gettysburg Foundation. “Since 2008, the Foundation has proudly partnered with the NPS, providing support in a number of ways, including this annual financial donation. Our programs, tours and educational experiences continue at the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum & Visitor Center, the George Spangler Farm & Field Hospital and the Children of Gettysburg 1863® museum—all of which remain fully open. We invite visitors to explore these historic places, connect with their powerful stories, and be part of Gettysburg’s enduring legacy.”
Gettysburg Foundation’s Impact in 2024
Through its partnership with the National Park Service, the Gettysburg Foundation continues to make a significant impact on preservation, education and the local economy:
- Welcomed 440,000 visitors to the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum & Visitor Center, reinforcing Gettysburg’s importance as a historical and educational destination.
- Conducted more than 40 Higher Ground Leadership programs, inspiring approximately 800 participants with the leadership lessons of Gettysburg.
- Led over 8,300 battlefield tours by Licensed Battlefield Guides, connecting visitors to the rich history of Gettysburg.
- Inspired the service of 110 volunteers who contributed more than 11,100 hours to enhance visitor experiences and support key programs.
- Children of Gettysburg 1863®, the Foundation’s interactive history museum for kids, was named one of the country’s top ten children’s museums by USA Today’s 10 Best Readers’ Choice travel awards.
The Gettysburg Foundation operates the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum & Visitor Center in partnership with the National Park Service. Since opening its doors in 2008, the Museum & Visitor Center has welcomed more than 15 million visitors from around the globe.
Proceeds from tickets and other Museum & Visitor Center purchases benefit Gettysburg National Military Park and Eisenhower National Historic Site.
