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".
Have you experienced Gettysburg? This video shows you what it's like to visit Gettysburg National Military Park. From the veil of early morning fog through the day's setting sun, visitors experience all the incredible history of the battlefield.
The Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center is the place to begin your visit to the battlefield.
Summer programs begin June 8. Campfire and Battle Walk schedules are also posted here.
We offer all our visitors the opportunity to experience the battlefield, no matter where you are, with our park-wide virtual tour!
The next available reservation window is now open for the Bushman & Slyder houses. Make reservations for January 18 through April 30, 2025.
Little Round Top has reopened to public visitation! Learn more about the project and explore the best ways to visit.
Find the current weather conditions and the extended forecast to know what to expect during your visit.
On August 3 and 3, the 27th Annual Gettysburg Music Muster celebrates the music and dance of the Civil War. All performances are FREE.
From the roar of artillery to the flash of bayonets, living history demonstrations help bring the past to life.
Use the slider to show what the battlefield looked like over 150 years ago compared to what it looks like today!
Last updated: July 15, 2024
