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Gettysburg National Military Park

Park ClosureJan 8, 2026

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A canon sits in front of an equestrian statue.

This statue of Henry Slocum sits on Steven's Knoll near Culp's Hill.

Photo: NPS Photo

About

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".

Activities

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Historic Weapons Demonstration
Junior Ranger Program
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Shopping
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Directions

Gettysburg National Military Park is located in Adams County, Pennsylvania. The museum and visitor center is located at 1195 Baltimore Pike (Route 97) with a back entrance from the Taneytown Road (State Rt. 134). From North or South, follow US 15 to Gettysburg and watch for signs to direct you to the National Park Service Museum and Visitor Center. From East or West, drive into Gettysburg on US Rt. 30, turn South on Baltimore Street (Rt. 97), and follow signs to the entrance of the visitor center.

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Weather

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News

Stone Containing Dinosaur Fossil on “Dinosaur Bridge” Vandalized
Sep 26, 2025

Stone Containing Dinosaur Fossil on “Dinosaur Bridge” Vandalized

Staff at Gettysburg National Military Park (NMP) report that one of the capstones of the South Confederate Avenue Bridge over Plum Run, best known as “Dinosaur Bridge,” that contains a dinosaur fossil, was vandalized on Thursday, September 25.

“Fall into History” at Gettysburg National Military Park
Sep 18, 2025

“Fall into History” at Gettysburg National Military Park

This fall, Gettysburg National Military Park invites visitors to “Fall into History,” over two extraordinary weekends of ranger-led programs, dramatic storytelling, and immersive battlefield walks, set against the vibrant backdrop of autumn in Pennsylvania.