A New Birth of Freedom

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".

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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.

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Start Your Battlefield Visit Here

The Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center is the place to begin your visit to the battlefield.

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Full List of 2024 Ranger Programs

Summer programs begin June 8. Campfire and Battle Walk schedules are also posted here.

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Virtual tour

We offer all our visitors the opportunity to experience the battlefield, no matter where you are, with our park-wide virtual tour!

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World War II Weekend at Eisenhower NHS

Join Eisenhower NHS staff to commemorate the events of 1944 during the 2024 World War II Weekend from September 20 to 22.

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Education Programs at Gettysburg

Learn more about planning a field trip, curriculum materials for your class, traveling trunks, professional development and more.

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Licensed Battlefield Guide

Learn more about how to become Licensed Battlefield Guide (LBG) at Gettysburg National Military Park (GNMP).

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Little Round Top Rehabilitation Project

Little Round Top has reopened to public visitation! Learn more about the project and explore the best ways to visit.

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Lodging

The next available reservation window is now open for the Bushman & Slyder houses. Make reservations for January 18 through April 30, 2025.

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Living History Programs

From the roar of artillery to the flash of bayonets, living history demonstrations help bring the past to life.

Last updated: September 13, 2024

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Gettysburg, PA 17325

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