On June 9 and 10, the National Park Service will host the dramatic program, Mamie Remembers Gettysburg, at the Eisenhower National Historic Site. Gettysburg resident Ruthmary McIlhenny will portray Mamie Eisenhower at 11:15 a.m. and 2:15 p.m. both days.

McIlhenny has been a volunteer at the Eisenhower National Historic Site since 1991. She has studied the life of Mamie Eisenhower and written her own original portrayal of the first lady. McIlhenny has performed as Mamie Eisenhower for many groups including Tauck Tours, Red Hat Societies, Elderhostel and Harrisburg Area Community College. Her 30-minute program is suitable for all ages and included in the site admission.

Eisenhower National Historic Site is open daily. All visits are via shuttle bus from the National Park Service Visitor Center, 97 Taneytown Road in Gettysburg. Shuttles depart every half-hour from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Admission is $6.00 for adults, $4.50 for youths ages 13-16, and $3.50 for children ages 6-12.