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The Battle of Gettysburg was a turning point in the Civil War, the Union victory that ended General Robert E. Lee's second and most ambitious invasion of the North. Often referred to as the "High Water Mark of the Rebellion", Gettysburg was the Civil War's bloodiest battle and was also the inspiration for President Abraham Lincoln's immortal "Gettysburg Address".
Have you experienced Gettysburg? This video shows you what it's like to visit Gettysburg National Military Park. From the veil of early morning fog through the day's setting sun, visitors experience all the incredible history of the battlefield.
The Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center is the place to begin your visit to the battlefield.
Summer Ranger Programs occur daily from July 4 to August 3 and Fall Ranger Programs take place from August 8 to October 26, 2025.
On August 2, the 28th Annual Gettysburg Music Muster celebrates the music and dance of the Civil War. All performances are FREE.
Get more out of your visit to Gettysburg NMP and Eisenhower NHS with the National Park Service App! Download in advance, it works anywhere!
We offer all our visitors the opportunity to experience the battlefield, no matter where you are, with our park-wide virtual tour!
Explore Gettysburg National Cemetery, the final resting place for over 6,000 United States soldiers and veterans.
Become a volunteer and help Gettysburg NMP and Eisenhower NHS! Work side by side with park staff preserving your national parks!
From the roar of artillery to the flash of bayonets, living history demonstrations help bring the past to life.
The historic Bushman House, witness to the Battle of Gettysburg, is an exceptional place to stay.
Last updated: July 16, 2025
