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Eisenhower National Historic Site
Mamie Remembers Gettysburg

On Saturday, May 30th the National Park Service at Eisenhower National Historic Site will host the dramatic program, "Mamie Remembers Gettysburg." Local resident Ruthmary McIlhenny will portray Mamie Eisenhower at 11:15 a.m. and 2:15 p.m.

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 Gettysburg National Military Park Visitor Center, 1195 Baltimore Pike in Gettysburg. Shuttles depart every half-hour from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Admission is $6.50 for adults, and $4.00 for children ages 6-12.

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West Point cadet Eisenhower (far left) on guard duty

Did You Know?
General Dwight D. Eisenhower would have been a sailor if born a year later. He applied to the Naval Academy in 1911, but did not meet the age requirements – he was too old. He was accepted to his second choice, the US Military Academy at West Point.
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Last Updated: May 18, 2009 at 12:19 MST