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Gettysburg National Military Park

Gettysburg, PA

Historical
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Address: National Park Service Museum and Visitor Center, 1195 Baltimore Pike, Gettysburg, PA 17325, USA How do we get there? Number: 717-334-1124
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About this activity

The Civil War has gone down as one of the most infamous wars in history, and the Battle of Gettysburg became an incredible historical significance to the whole country. At the Gettysburg National Military Park, kids can step foot on the actual location of the battle, and learn all about the bloodiest Civil War battle, which also marked the turning point of the entire war. 

There is so much for kids to learn at the Gettysburg National Miliary park, and will certainly be a time well spent! 

Start your journey at the National Park Service Museum and Visitor Center.  Here you will find out all about the best way to visit the park, what to see and how to get around.

The fascinating Gettysburg Museum of the Civial War is a whopping 22,000 square feet of exhibits, with relics of the battle, as well as stories of the people who served in it. It's a great way to start the tour so when kids go out onto the battlefield itself, they can really picture what had happened and the faces and personalities that were involved in it.

Once you've checked out all the amazing exhibitions, head out onto the battlefield on a free ranger-guided tour. They have free ranger-guided programs, as well as fun evening campfire programs, and fun activities for kids to make learning fun.

They also have specialized battle walks during summer!

From spring to fall, volunteer living history organizations also offer programs in the park on weekends - great events to bring the kids to!

In addition to the guided tour, you can use the self-guided auto tour which is a bus tour with the guide, or audio tours which can be purchased at the visitor center.

A fascinating look into an incredibly important part of American history!

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Directions

Located in Adams County, just follow US 15 to Gettysburg and look for the signs to the national Park Service Museum. They are near exit Rt. 97.

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How much does it cost?

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Adults

$12.50 (over 13)

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Children

$8.50 (Ages 6 - 12)

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Discount

Active Military and Seniors $11.50

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Free Under

6

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Last Updates

2022

Gettysburg National Military Park FAQ’s

For kids aged 7 -12 they can "join the army" and learn what it means to be a soldier! There is also the fun Junior Ranger Program they can complete!

They offer amazing field trip experiences, perfect for those history classes. There are also Ranger Field Programs that students can be a part of!

Tours can be done in your own vehicle. Exhibits along the tour route are partially accessible. Restrooms along the tour route aren't accessible except at the West End Guide Station on US Rt 30. Visitor Center is fully accessible.

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