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SUMMARY:A Patriot's Quest: An Adventure Through Adams County's Hidden Revolutionary History
DESCRIPTION:A Patriot’s Quest: An Adventure Through Adams County’s Hidden Revolutionary History\n\nSaturday\, Aug. 22 from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. \nStart and end at 625 Biglerville Road\, Gettysburg \nStep into the shoes of a Revolutionary War courier and set out on a self-guided driving adventure across Adams County. This is not a guided tour or a race; rather\, it’s an opportunity to explore at your own pace\, work together as a team\, and uncover the stories of the local patriots who helped shape our nation. \nArmed with a historic passport\, sealed dispatches\, and your powers of observation\, you’ll travel to churches\, taverns\, cemeteries\, monuments\, and other historic landmarks connected to the Revolutionary era. \nAlong the way\, you’ll solve puzzles\, decipher clues\, and uncover the stories of local soldiers\, ministers\, tavern keepers\, and ordinary citizens whose actions helped secure American liberty. Each stop reveals another piece of the story\, leading you closer to a final challenge back at Beyond the Battle Museum. \nDesigned for families\, history enthusiasts\, and adventurers of all ages\,  A Patriot’s Quest allows participants to experience Adams County’s Revolutionary past while discovering the people and places that kept the spirit of liberty alive. \nWill you complete your mission and discover Adams County’s Revolutionary History? \nThis event will take place Saturday\, August 22nd. The cost per team is $70 for Gettysburg History members and $80 per team for non-members. \nBefore You Register\nA Patriot’s Quest is a self-guided driving adventure. Participants will travel between multiple historic sites throughout Adams County using their own vehicles. Reserve your tickets here. \n\nEvent Details \n\n\nTeams may consist of 1–5 participants. \n\n\nAt least one team member must be a licensed driver with access to a vehicle. \n\n\nTeams will depart from Gettysburg History at staggered start times between 9:30 and 10 a.m. \n\n\nThe experience typically takes 5–6 hours\, though teams may complete the route at their own pace during event hours. The tour will also end at Gettysburg History at 4 p.m. \n\n\nWhat to Expect \n\n\nA scenic drive through Adams County to multiple Revolutionary-era sites. \n\n\nWalking through historic cemeteries\, churchyards\, and other outdoor locations. \n\n\nEngage in solving puzzles\, deciphering coded messages\, and completing interactive challenges to earn points. Points will be tallied at your final stop to determine the winner! \n\n\nUsing observation\, historical information\, and teamwork to advance through the quest. \n\n\nA final mission back at Gettysburg History. \n\n\nAccessibility\nPlease note that this event includes outdoor exploration. Most locations require walking on grass\, gravel\, uneven ground\, and cemetery paths. Some sites have limited parking. Restroom facilities are not available at every stop. \nWhat to Bring \n\n\nA fully charged smartphone (for QR codes and digital content) \n\n\nComfortable walking shoes \n\n\nWeather-appropriate clothing \n\n\nWater and light snacks \n\n\nSunscreen and insect repellent (recommended but not required) \n\n\nPlease remember: Many of the locations visited are historic and active cemeteries. Participants are expected to conduct themselves respectfully at all times. \n\n\nStay on established paths whenever possible. \n\n\nDo not climb on monuments or disturb grave markers. \n\n\nObey all traffic laws and do not park on or near graves. \n\n\nSome clues require careful observation\, so take your time and enjoy the journey. \n\n\nWeather Policy\nThis event will be held rain or shine. Only severe weather or unsafe conditions will result in cancellation or postponement.
URL:https://www.communitymedia.net/event/a-patriots-quest-an-adventure-through-adams-countys-hidden-revolutionary-history/
LOCATION:Adams County Historical Society\, 625 Biglerville Rd.\, Gettysburg\, PA\, 17325\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Education,History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T150000
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SUMMARY:Gettysburg Connections to Custer's Last Stand
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, Aug. 8 from 2 to 3 p.m.\nBattlefield Overlook Event Center\, 625 Biglerville Road\, Gettysburg\n \n\nThe battles of Gettysburg and Little Bighorn remain the two most studied military engagements in American history. The colorful and controversial George Armstrong Custer was at the center of both events. Custer’s Civil War fame began at Gettysburg but his death along the Little Bighorn River thirteen years later has stirred historical debates for more than a century. Yet Custer was not the only link between these two iconic battles. Several other men served in both campaigns\, some lost their lives\, and at least two participants had ties to Adams County and the surrounding region. \nAs the summer of 2026 marks the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Little Bighorn\, join Gettysburg Licensed Battlefield Guide and author James Hessler for an exploration of these connected stories. This program will highlight the soldiers who fought at both Gettysburg and Little Bighorn\, examine the local connections\, and discuss how their experiences helped shape the legacy of “Custer’s Last Stand.” \nRegistration is required. Gettysburg History Members are free and non-members are $10. This event will be held Saturday\, August 8th from 2 to 3 p.m. at the Beyond the Battle Museum\, Battlefield Overlook Event Center\, 625 Biglerville Road\, Gettysburg. Reserve your tickets here.
URL:https://www.communitymedia.net/event/gettysburg-connections-to-custers-last-stand/
LOCATION:Battlefield Overlook Event Center\, 625 Biglerville Road\, Gettysburg\, 17325\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Education,History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T120000
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SUMMARY:Pop Goes the Revolution!
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, Aug. 8 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.\nBattlefield Overlook Event Center\, 625 Biglerville Road\, Gettysburg\n \n\nJoin historian Kenneth A. Gavin for an entertaining and engaging presentation that examines economic\, military\, political\, and social aspects of the American Revolution through the lens of popular culture. He will explore these themes in conjunction with the audience by utilizing film and television clips that are dramatic and comedic from well known and lesser known productions. In addition\, he will demonstrate how popular culture manipulates historic events to reflect mores\, social issues\, and challenges relative to the era of production. \nRegistration is required. Gettysburg History Members are free and non-members are $10. This event will be held on Saturday\, August 8th from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Beyond the Battle Museum\, Battlefield Overlook Event Center\, 625 Biglerville Road\, Gettysburg. Reserve your tickets here.
URL:https://www.communitymedia.net/event/pop-goes-the-revolution/
LOCATION:Battlefield Overlook Event Center\, 625 Biglerville Road\, Gettysburg\, 17325\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Education,History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gettysburg History":MAILTO:info@gettysburghistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260704T170000
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SUMMARY:Confederates Take the Shriver House
DESCRIPTION:Confederates Take the Shriver House\nJuly 4\, 5-9:30 p.m.\nShriver House Museum\, 307 Baltimore St.\, Gettysburg \nPlease join us for the 27th Annual Confederates Take the Shriver House! For just one evening a year\, the Shriver House comes to life for this unique living history reenactment. While tour guides tell the Shrivers’ story\, visitors can also expect to: \n\nStand just feet from soldiers firing out of the attic\nHear from Ms. Hettie and friends as the battle draws near\nLearn what it was like for surgeons and nurses to treat wounded soldiers\nSip a cool root beer in the saloon\n…and more!\n\nThis event sells out every year\, so advance tickets are encouraged. Tours take approximately 45 minutes and begin at 5 p.m. \nTickets:\n$20/general admission; $18/Gettysburg History members; $15/youth (grades K-12). Reserve your tickets here.
URL:https://www.communitymedia.net/event/confederates-take-the-shriver-house/
LOCATION:Shriver House Museum\, 309 Baltimore Street\, Gettysburg\, PA\, 17325\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,History,Holiday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260703T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260703T213000
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SUMMARY:'The Gettysburg Book: A Father\, Son & The Killer Angels' Film Premiere
DESCRIPTION:‘The Gettysburg Book: A Father\, Son & The Killer Angels’ Film Premiere\nFriday\, July 3rd from 7:30-9:30 p.m. at the Majestic Theater\, 25 Carlisle Street\, Gettysburg\n \n\nA new film set to be released this summer will explore the untold story of Michael Shaara’s creation of the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel\, The Killer Angels\, which directly inspired Ken Burns’ epic series The Civil War as well as the 1993 film\, Gettysburg. \nFilmmakers Jake Boritt and Gordon Beittenmiller\, with the support of Gettysburg History\, will premiere The Gettysburg Book: A Father\, Son & The Killer Angels\, on July 3\, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. at the Majestic Theater in Gettysburg. The documentary will dive into the writing of Shaara’s book while also revealing the profound personal toll its creation took on the author’s family. \nThe Gettysburg Book film tells the story of The Killer Angels through the eyes of Michael Shaara’s son Jeff and daughter Lila. Commentary on the book’s enduring reach comes from Gettysburg film cast members Martin Sheen\, Jeff Daniels\, and Stephen Lang\, as well as the film’s director\, Ron Maxwell\, and historians Gary Gallagher\, Carrie Janney\, and Scott Hartwig. \nThe July 3rd screening will be followed by a panel discussion featuring the filmmakers and bestselling author Jeff Shaara. \nTickets are $20/general admission. Reserve your tickets here.
URL:https://www.communitymedia.net/event/the-gettysburg-book-a-father-son-the-killer-angels-film-premiere/
LOCATION:Majestic Theater\, 25 Carlisle Street\, Gettysburg\, PA\, 17325\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260703T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260703T170000
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SUMMARY:Civil War Book Sale and Author Signings at Beyond the Battle Museum 2026
DESCRIPTION:Civil War Book Sale and Author Signings at Beyond the Battle Museum\nJuly 3\, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.\nGettysburg Beyond the Battle Museum\, 625 Biglerville Road\, Gettysburg \nBrowse hundreds of new and used Civil War books and join us for author signings with: \n\nTim Smith (10 a.m. to 12 p.m.)\nCindy Small (10 a.m. to 12 p.m.)\nBo Brinkman (10 a.m. to 12 p.m.)\nGarry Adelman (11 a.m. to 12 p.m.\, tentatively)\nJeff Shaara (1 p.m. to 3 p.m.)\nTom McMillan (1 p.m. to 3 p.m.)\nBrad and Linda Gottfried (1 p.m. to 3 p.m.)\n\nThis event will be held Friday\, July 3rd from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Beyond the Battle Museum\, 625 Biglerville Road\, Gettysburg\, PA. There is no cost to attend\, though books will be available for purchase.
URL:https://www.communitymedia.net/event/civil-war-book-sale-and-author-signings-at-beyond-the-battle-museum-2026/
LOCATION:Gettysburg Beyond the Battle Museum\, 625 Biglerville Road\, Gettysburg\, PA\, 17325\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gettysburg History":MAILTO:info@gettysburghistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T193000
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SUMMARY:Anna Deavere Smith and Basil Biggs: A Live Performance in Gettysburg
DESCRIPTION:Anna Deavere Smith and Basil Biggs: A Live Performance in Gettysburg\nJuly 2\, 7:30-9 p.m.\nKline Theatre\, Brua Hall\, Gettysburg College\n \nIn honor of the nation’s 250th anniversary\, acclaimed playwright\, actor\, and professor Anna Deavere Smith brings Basil Biggs to Gettysburg for a special presentation of selected scenes. Developed for ArtPhilly’s What Now: 2026 Festival\, Smith’s new play traces the life of her great-great-grandfather\, Basil Biggs—a farmer\, veterinarian\, and Underground Railroad operative who was contracted to disinter the Union dead following the Battle of Gettysburg. \nDrawing on archival material\, Smith imaginatively reconstructs the lives of Biggs\, his family\, and their community as they navigated one of the most turbulent moments in American history. This special show offers a glimpse into a larger work that reflects Smith’s creative mission: to blend historical fact with artistic interpretation\, illuminating individual stories that speak to the broader American experience. \nAnna Deavere Smith will engage in a Q&A immediately after the performance. The program is presented by Gettysburg History in partnership with the Civil War Institute at Gettysburg College and will be hosted at the Kline Theatre by the College’s Theatre Arts Department. \nKline Theatre is located inside Brua Hall on the Gettysburg College campus along West Water Street between Penn Hall Drive and North Washington Street. \nRegistration is required. Tickets cost $30 for Gettysburg History members and $40 for general admission. Reserve your tickets here.
URL:https://www.communitymedia.net/event/anna-deavere-smith-and-basil-biggs-a-live-performance-in-gettysburg/
LOCATION:Gettysburg College\, 300 North Washington\, Gettysburg\, PA\, 17325\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T160000
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SUMMARY:Sneak Preview of the Jack and Julia Hopkins House
DESCRIPTION:Sneak Preview of the Jack and Julia Hopkins House\nJuly 2\, 2-4 p.m.\n219 S. Washington St.\, Gettysburg \nStep inside Gettysburg History’s ongoing restoration of the Jack and Julia Hopkins House (219 South Washington Street)\, the future home of Gettysburg’s new Black History Museum. Join historians Jean Green and Andrew Dalton as they share the story of the 1840s log home\, the effort to preserve it\, and artifacts uncovered during the restoration process. \nRegistration is required and limited to 15 people every 15 minutes. Reserve your time slot here. \nThis open house is free to all\, with donations encouraged but not required. Contributions may be made in person at the event or online at www.gettysburghistory.org/donate. \nFree two-hour parking is available along South Washington Street and adjacent streets. Please note that this is an active work site so please wear appropriate shoes.
URL:https://www.communitymedia.net/event/sneak-preview-of-the-jack-and-julia-hopkins-house/
LOCATION:Hopkins House\, 219 S. Washington St.\, Gettysburg\, 17325\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gettysburg History":MAILTO:info@gettysburghistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T120000
DTSTAMP:20260518T195228Z
CREATED:20260518T195228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T195228Z
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SUMMARY:Behind Union Lines: An Exclusive Tour of the Jacob Weikert Farm and Field Hospital
DESCRIPTION:Behind Union Lines: An Exclusive Tour of the Jacob Weikert Farm and Field Hospital\nJuly 2\, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.\n1051 Taneytown Road\, Gettysburg \nJoin historian Tim Smith and Abbie Hoffman\, director of the Shriver House Museum\, for a special tour of the Jacob Weikert Farm — one of the most significant Union field hospitals during and after the Battle of Gettysburg. \nFrom civilian heroine Tillie Pierce to Union General Stephen Weed\, this program brings to life the individuals whose stories converged at this remarkable 18th-century farmstead. With rare access to the interior of the home\, the tour also ventures beyond the property to explore neighboring farms and the seldom-visited eastern base of Little Round Top. \nPlease meet at the Jacob Weikert Farm\, 1051 Taneytown Road\, Gettysburg. \nRegistration is required. Tickets cost $30 for Gettysburg History members and $40 for general admission. Reserve your tickets here.
URL:https://www.communitymedia.net/event/behind-union-lines-an-exclusive-tour-of-the-jacob-weikert-farm-and-field-hospital/
LOCATION:Jacob Weikert Farm\, 1051 Taneytown Road\, Gettysburg\, 17325\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gettysburg History":MAILTO:info@gettysburghistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260701T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260701T160000
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SUMMARY:Fire our Civil War Cannon!
DESCRIPTION:Fire our Civil War Cannon!\nJuly 1\, 2-4 p.m.\nGettysburg Beyond the Battle Museum (outdoors)\, 625 Biglerville Road\, Gettysburg \nOn July 1st\, you can take part in the firing of our reproduction 10-pounder Parrot rifle. Ticket holders will have the opportunity to join our trained cannon crew and pull the lanyard (rope) to fire a blank (black powder) round. \nRegistration is required. The cannon will be fired once every 10 minutes from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.\, so please book a specific ticket “appointment” by clicking below. Please be sure to select “other times” to show all available slots. The cost is $50/Gettysburg History members and $70/general admission. Reserve your tickets here. \nImportant note: All participants will be required to sign a waiver of liability prior to firing the cannon. In order to fire the cannon you must be at least 16 years old. Individuals who are16 and 17 years old must be accompanied by an adult guardian.
URL:https://www.communitymedia.net/event/fire-our-civil-war-cannon/
LOCATION:Gettysburg Beyond the Battle Museum\, 625 Biglerville Road\, Gettysburg\, PA\, 17325\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Holiday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260701T120000
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SUMMARY:Fire a Civil War Rifle!
DESCRIPTION:Fire a Civil War Rifle!\nJuly 1\, 12-1:30 p.m.\nGettysburg Beyond the Battle Museum (outdoors)\, 625 Biglerville Road\, Gettysburg \nDon’t miss this rare\, hands-on opportunity to fire an authentic Civil War firearm. Under the close supervision of expert instructor Phil Spaugy\, participants will load and fire one blank cartridge\, gaining firsthand insight into the experience of a 19th-century soldier. \nThe session includes a live demonstration of proper loading techniques\, along with a discussion on the care\, handling\, and historical significance of these remarkable weapons. \nRegistration is required. The rifle will be fired once every 5 minutes from noon to 1:30 p.m.\, so please book a specific ticket “appointment” by clicking below. Please be sure to select “other times” to show all available slots. The cost is $30/Gettysburg History members and $40/general admission. Reserve your tickets here. \nImportant note: All participants will be required to sign a waiver of liability prior to firing the rifle. In order to fire a rifle you must be at least 16 years old. Individuals who are 16 or 17 years old must be accompanied by an adult guardian.
URL:https://www.communitymedia.net/event/fire-a-civil-war-rifle/
LOCATION:Gettysburg Beyond the Battle Museum\, 625 Biglerville Road\, Gettysburg\, PA\, 17325\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260701T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260701T113000
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SUMMARY:Fields of Fire: Gettysburg's First Day Farms
DESCRIPTION:Fields of Fire: Gettysburg’s First Day Farms\nJuly 1\, 10-11:30 a.m.\nBattlefield Overlook Event Center\, 625 Biglerville Road\, Gettysburg\n \n\nJoin historians Jim Hessler\, Andrew Dalton\, and Phil Spaugy for an in-depth exploration of three farms—Harmon\, Forney\, and McClean—at the heart of the Battle of Gettysburg’s first day. \nSpread across the fields west and north of town\, these properties were swept up in the first waves of fighting on July 1\, 1863—from the morning clash along Willoughby’s Run\, to the fierce contest for Oak Hill and beyond. \nBlending compelling human stories with battle action\, this program examines not only the combat that unfolded across these landscapes\, but also the experiences of the families who lived there and saw their homes transformed by war. The program will be followed by a book signing with the presenters. \nTickets are $10/Gettysburg History members and $20/general admission. Reserve your tickets here.
URL:https://www.communitymedia.net/event/fields-of-fire-gettysburgs-first-day-farms/
LOCATION:Battlefield Overlook Event Center\, 625 Biglerville Road\, Gettysburg\, 17325\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T110000
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SUMMARY:Tour Ms. Hettie's Kitchen Garden
DESCRIPTION:Tour Ms. Hettie’s Kitchen Garden\nSunday\, June 28th\, 10-11 a.m.\nShriver House Museum\, 307 Baltimore St.\, Gettysburg\n \n\nHave you ever wanted to know what civilians would have grown in their garden during the Civil War? \nToday\, Hettie Shriver’s garden has been transported to the past\, and features the herbs\, plants and vegetables that Hettie would have grown herself in 1863. \nJoin Shriver House Tour Guide & Gardener\, Gayle Underwood\, for a morning spent in Hettie’s garden discussing historic plants\, herbal remedies\, & gardening techniques. Light refreshments will be provided. You are welcome to bring a chair or stool. In the event of rain or inclement weather\, the discussion will be held into the Garden Room\, just behind the Shriver House Gift Shop. \nAll participants will receive a plant from the garden to take home. \nThis event will take place Sunday\, June 28th from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Shriver House Museum\, 307 Baltimore Street. Tickets cost $15 for youth\, $18 for Gettysburg History members\, and $20 for general adult admission. Reserve your tickets here.
URL:https://www.communitymedia.net/event/tour-ms-hetties-kitchen-garden/
LOCATION:Shriver House Museum\, 309 Baltimore Street\, Gettysburg\, PA\, 17325\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gettysburg History":MAILTO:info@gettysburghistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T100000
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SUMMARY:The Declaration of Independence Story You Haven't Heard
DESCRIPTION:The Declaration of Independence is one of the most historic documents in the history of the world\, but most Americans don’t know the backstory of how it happened. Why were there three official printed versions? Why were there so many edits to Thomas Jefferson’s draft? Why did no one sign it until August? \nJoin Gettysburg resident Tom McMillan\, author of The Year That Made America\, on Saturday\, June 20th at 10 a.m. for an intriguing look at the Declaration as the 250th anniversary approaches. \nRegistration is required. The cost to attend for Gettysburg History members is free and general admission is $10. \nReserve your tickets here.
URL:https://www.communitymedia.net/event/the-declaration-of-independence-story-you-havent-heard/
LOCATION:Adams County Historical Society\, 625 Biglerville Rd.\, Gettysburg\, PA\, 17325\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gettysburg History":MAILTO:info@gettysburghistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T150000
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SUMMARY:There is But One Option for the Winter — Valley Forge
DESCRIPTION:In the winter of 1777\, General George Washington and the Continental Army set their sights on a little village in southeastern Pennsylvania called Valley Forge. The hardships they faced there would go down in history\, but what drove them to this desperate situation? Step beyond the story of what happened at Valley Forge to consider why political\, economic\, and strategic factors influenced the army’s decision\, and the impact of the encampment on that location. \nJoin historian Ken Gavin Saturday\, May 30th at 2 p.m. at the Battlefield Overlook Event Center (625 Biglerville Road\, Gettysburg) for this revolutionary discussion. \nFree for Gettysburg History members; $10/general admission. Reserve your tickets here.
URL:https://www.communitymedia.net/event/there-is-but-one-option-for-the-winter-valley-forge/
LOCATION:Battlefield Overlook Event Center\, 625 Biglerville Road\, Gettysburg\, 17325\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gettysburg History":MAILTO:info@gettysburghistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T120000
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SUMMARY:10 Days Campaign: Battle of Princeton
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 30th from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.\nBattlefield Overlook Event Center\, 625 Biglerville Rd.\, Gettysburg\n \n\nAt a critical moment\, with the fight for independence hanging by a thread\, General Washington risked it all with a daring campaign to cross the Delaware River in the dark\, strike the German garrison at Trenton\, and then confront and outmaneuver British Commander Charles Cornwallis in the follow-up Battle of Princeton. All of the major figures of the American Revolution were on Washington’s team in what came to be called the “10 Days Campaign.” \nJoin historian Ralph Siegel on Saturday\, May 30th at 11 a.m. as he illustrates the movement of forces over the 10 days culminating in the climactic fight on the William and Thomas Clark farms south of the British stronghold at the Princeton College’s Nassau Hall. It was a victory that saw the death of Brigadier General Hugh Mercer\, the death of the first U.S. Marine killed in action in a land battle\, and the triumph for the colonial regiments that saved the Revolution from being extinguished. \nTickets are free for Gettysburg History members and $10/general admission. \n\nReserve your tickets: https://113910.blackbaudhosting.com/113910/10-Days-Campaign-Battle-of-Princeton
URL:https://www.communitymedia.net/event/10-days-campaign-battle-of-princeton/
LOCATION:Battlefield Overlook Event Center\, 625 Biglerville Road\, Gettysburg\, 17325\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gettysburg History":MAILTO:info@gettysburghistory.org
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