John L.
12/15/2024
Beautiful newer building with an interactive house which reenacts being in the crossfire of battle. It also had conference/training spaces and really nice gift shop with civil war artifacts like...
Adams County Historical Society
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625 Biglerville Rd
Gettysburg, PA 17325
The Adams County Historical Society in Gettysburg, PA is a renowned 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that has been dedicated to preserving and protecting a vast collection of historic artifacts for over a century. With their new museum, Beyond the Battle, they offer visitors a unique and captivating perspective on the civilian experience during the Civil War's deadliest battle, showcasing rare artifacts and utilizing cutting-edge technology to bring history to life.
Through their premier exhibit, Caught in the Crossfire, visitors can step into a meticulously recreated Civil War-era home and immerse themselves in the harrowing ordeal faced by Gettysburg's civilians through a multi-sensory experience. The Adams County Historical Society invites both first-time visitors and history enthusiasts to explore the rich history of Gettysburg and Adams County, Pennsylvania, and support their mission of preservation and education.
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Thomas K.
6/29/2024
Absolutely gorgeous facility with an amazing staff. First it is a museum with fantastic relics and imagery. Second, they also host the Gettysburg film festival Q and A's or interviews. The museum...
Fred K.
10/18/2024
Great museum with an interesting collection of artifacts. Museum offers an interesting look at local citizens experience during the Battle of Gettysburg. Very nice and helpful staff. If you are...
Sue M.
3/28/2018
What an amazing place to do family research! The staff is so knowledgeable and helpful to amatuer genealogists. We got to work with original documents and sources. And the staff went out of...
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