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A NEW cinematic, immersive and must-see virtual reality experience at the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum & Visitor Center

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Students stare in wonder at the Gettysburg Cyclorama

Start your Gettysburg journey at the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum & Visitor Centeryour gateway to history

Discover special exhibits, tours, programs and events that bring history to life—on the battlefield, in the museum and beyond.

Include our special events on your itinerary and enhance your experience for a more memorable visit to Gettysburg.

Visit our YouTube channel to view videos of select programming hosted by the National Park Service at Gettysburg and the Gettysburg Foundation.

The Gettysburg Foundation is the official non-profit partner of the National Parks at Gettysburg. Every visit, ticket and purchase supports Gettysburg National Military Park and Eisenhower National Historic Site.

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Your gateway to history when you explore Gettysburg

Begin your Gettysburg visit with the Film, Cyclorama & Museum Experience. Tour the battlefield  with a Licensed Battlefield Guide. Purchase tickets to explore Gettysburg's historic sites and experiences—all through the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum & Visitor Center

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An Evening with the Painting

Museum & Visitor Center
Ford Education Center | Gettysburg Cyclorama Platform
Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025 | 5-7 p.m.
Friday, Nov. 14, 2025 | 4-6 p.m. & 5-7 p.m.
Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025 | 4-6 p.m.

Join us on the Cyclorama platform for an exclusive after-hours, close-up look at the iconic Gettysburg Cyclorama painting. Enjoy additional time on the viewing platform to observe in full light the remarkable, close-up details and distant battle scenes of the painting. Journey under the diorama to see how the 360-degree illusion comes to life. Read more about this extraordinary program.

Friends of Gettysburg members receive special member rate.

Veterans Appreciation Day

Museum & Visitor Center
Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025

The Gettysburg Foundation continues a long tradition of honoring our nation's veterans with a special appreciation day.

U.S. military veterans are invited to enjoy complimentary admission to the Film, Cyclorama & Museum Experience. As always, active military service enjoys free admission to these experiences.

Proof of veteran or active duty status is required to obtain free admission tickets.

SAVE THE DATE

Dedication Day

Commemorating the 162nd Anniversary of the Gettysburg National Cemetery Dedication and Lincoln's Gettysburg Address
Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2025 | 10:30 a.m.
Free and open to the public

Join us for the annual Dedication Day ceremony in Gettysburg National Cemetery. The program features a wreath-laying, music and a U.S. Naturalization and Citizenship ceremony. Speakers to be announced soon.

Officially recognized event for the commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States.

Sponsored by the Lincoln Fellowship of Pennsylvania in partnership with the National Park Service, the Gettysburg Foundation and Gettysburg College, the ceremony begins at the cemetery’s rostrum. Location is dependent on favorable weather conditions.

Eisenhower Home Tours

Eisenhower National Historic Site
250 Eisenhower Farm Lane, Gettysburg
HOME TOURS TEMPORARILY CLOSED
Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays
Through Oct. 26
10 a.m., 11 a.m., Noon, 1 p.m., 2 p.m. & 3 p.m.
General visitor parking & accessible parking available
Free & open to the public

HOME TOURS TEMPORARILY CLOSED | GROUNDS OPEN SUNRISE TO SUNSET

A visit to Gettysburg would not be complete without a visit to the home and farm of our 34th President Dwight D. and First Lady Mamie Eisenhower. Enjoy a free tour of the home and grounds when you include Eisenhower National Historic Site in your Gettysburg itinerary.

Home tours are offered on a first come, first served basis to the first 40 visitors during each tour time. Arrive on-site at least 15 minutes prior to the home tour time you hope to attend. Check in at the visitor contact station to secure a spot for the home tour program. For driving directions, visit Eisenhower National Historic Site online.