Gettysburg, Pa. — The Gettysburg Lincoln Railroad StationTM will reopen for the season Friday, May 1, 2026, welcoming visitors for its spring and summer season.
Originally opened in 1859 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the station offers a window into Gettysburg’s past. It is best known as the site of President Abraham Lincoln’s arrival on Nov. 18, 1863, the eve of the dedication of the National Cemetery, where he delivered the Gettysburg Address. In this 250th anniversary year of the nation’s founding, the historic station continues to serve as a meaningful point of connection to the town’s story.
Today, the station operates as a history and visitor information stop, featuring interpretive banners, a short orientation film, historic artifacts and a detailed model of the building as it appeared in 1863. Docents are on-site to welcome visitors, answer questions and share stories connected to the station and Gettysburg’s broader history. Visitors can also access maps, brochures, tickets and information on National Park Service ranger programs and Gettysburg Foundation events.
Beginning May 1, the station will be open Thursday through Monday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., with the schedule continuing through Labor Day. Admission is free, and no tickets or reservations are required to visit.
Coffee with a Historian Series:
The Gettysburg Foundation will also present its Coffee with a Historian series beginning Saturday, May 23. Held on select Saturdays starting in May, these programs take place from 9 to 10 a.m. under the station’s covered pavilion.
Guests can enjoy complimentary coffee and tea while engaging with historians on topics related to Gettysburg before, during and after the battle. Seating is limited, and reservations are required.
2026 Schedule:
- Therese Orr – May 23
- Rob Abbott – June 20
- Ralph Siegel – July 18
- Mike Rupert – Aug. 15
- Ted Hirt – Sept. 19
Tickets may be reserved by calling 877-874-2478 or 717-334-2436, online at GettysburgFoundation.org, or in person at the station or the ticket counter at the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum & Visitor Center.
The station is located at 35 Carlisle Street in downtown Gettysburg.