Sacred Trust

The world will little note, nor long remember what we say here, but it can never forget what they did here.

President Abraham Lincoln 
Gettysburg Address 
November, 1863  

During his Gettysburg Address, President Lincoln humbly acknowledged that his brief speech would not stand the test of time - that words alone could never compare to the actions of the men who nobly fought and died here. 

However, his important words still resonate today. Gettysburg and Lincoln’s address continue to inspire new dialogues and thoughtful discussions.

Sacred Trust Talks & Book Signings

Programming commemorates the anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg with talks on various perspectives and topics related to the American Civil War. Through a signature series of thought-provoking talks, Sacred Trust brings the lessons, teachings and inspiring stories of Gettysburg to today’s audiences in commemoration of the anniversary of the 1863 battle.

Sacred Trust hosts select authors of Civil War and Battle of Gettysburg titles for book signings. Books are available for purchase during the signings in the Museum Book Store at the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum & Visitor Center.

Sacred Trust Talks & Book Signings

Thank you for joining us to commemorate the 163rd Anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, July 1-3.


Co-sponsored by Gettysburg National Military Park, Seminary Ridge Museum and Gettysburg Foundation, Sacred Trust 2026 took place July 1 and 3 at the Gettyburg National Military Park Museum & Visitor Center and July 2 at the United Lutheran Seminary Campus.


And thank you to our partners and vendors for making Sacred Trust 2026 special for our guests.