GETTYSBURG NATIONAL MILITARY PARK

EISENHOWER NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE

 2017 CALENDAR OF Events

JANUARY 2017

Jan. 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, 28, 29  Gettysburg National Military Park Winter Lecture Series: Controversies, Myths, and Misconceptions - Refighting the Civil War. Saturday and Sunday at 1 p.m. at the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center. For more information go to www.nps.gov/gett

Jan. 7, 14, 21, 28 Gettysburg Battlefield Book Series: Featuring the Killer Angels by Michael Shaara and Sickles at Gettysburg by Jim Hessler. Read along over the course of the winter and discuss every Saturday at 11 a.m. at the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center. For more information go to www.nps.gov/gett

Jan. 7, 14, 21, 28 Winter Reading Adventures! For children ages 5 to 10 and their families. Join a Park Educator and read along with a collection of Civil War themed picture books. Saturday at 11 a.m. at the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center. For more information go to www.nps.gov/gett

Jan. 16 Martin Luther King Jr. Day/Adams County Community Appreciation Day at the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center. For more information go to www.gettysburgfoundation.org

Jan. 19 & 20 Gettysburg National Military Park Homeschool Days: Students from ages 5 to 18 will have opportunities to investigate various artifacts, written documents, cartoons and posters, and photographs from the Civil War to piece together their full story, while developing their analysis and critical thinking skills. In addition, students will explore the exhibit, "With Brush, Mold, Chisel, and Pen: Reflections on Civil War Art," and meet some mystery visitors from the past during the Mystery History Guest presentations. At the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center. Register online at www.nps.gov/gett

FEBRUARY 2017         

Feb. 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26  Gettysburg National Military Park Winter Lecture Series: Controversies, Myths, and Misconceptions - Refighting the Civil War. Saturday and Sunday at 1:00 PM at the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center. For more information go to www.nps.gov/gett

Feb. 4, 11, 18, 25 Gettysburg’s Battlefield Book Series: Featuring the Killer Angels by Michael Shaara and Sickles at Gettysburg by Jim Hessler. Read along over the course of the winter and discuss every Saturday at 11 a.m. at the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center. For more information go to www.nps.gov/gett

Feb. 4, 11, 18, 25 Winter Reading Adventures! For children ages 5 to 10 and their families. Join a Park Educator and read along with a collection of Civil War themed picture books. Saturday at 11 a.m. at the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center. For more information go to www.nps.gov/gett

Feb. 18 Great Backyard Bird Count at Gettysburg National Military Park’s Museum and Visitor Center. From 12:30 - 3:30 p.m., Join park biologists and volunteers for the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and the National Audubon Society learning about the birds wintering in the Gettysburg community. A bird viewing station will be set up inside the park Visitor Center lobby and visitors will be able to view the birds just outside the windows at feeding stations. Bring binoculars and guide books if you have them. Data from this event will help scientists gain a better understanding of the distribution and abundance of birds. Co-sponsored by the South Mountain Audubon Society, Gettysburg National Military Park and the Gettysburg Foundation. For more information go to www.nps.gov/gett

Feb. 20 Presidents’ Day/Adams County Community Appreciation Day at the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center. For more information go to www.gettysburgfoundation.org

MARCH 2017

March 2 Gettysburg’s “Spotlight Exhibit” opens: Highlights from the collection of the Civil War Museum of Philadelphia at the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center. For more information go to www.gettysburgfoundation.org

March 4, 5, 11   Gettysburg National Military Park Winter Lecture Series: Controversies, Myths, and Misconceptions - Refighting the Civil War. Saturday and Sunday at 1 p.m. at the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center. For more information go to www.nps.gov/gett

March 4, 11  Gettysburg’s Battlefield Book Series: Featuring the Killer Angels by Michael Shaara and Sickles at Gettysburg by Jim Hessler. Read along over the course of the winter and discuss every Saturday at 11 a.m. at the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center. For more information go to www.nps.gov/gett

March 4, 11  Winter Reading Adventures! For children ages 5 to 10 and their families. Join a Park Educator and read along with a collection of Civil War themed picture books. Saturday at 11 a.m. at the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center. For more information go to www.nps.gov/gett

March 12, 18, 19, 25, 26 The Farms of Gettysburg: Join a National Park Ranger for an examination of the many farms on the battlefield. Discover the stories of the people who called Gettysburg home, and the amazing work done to preserve and protect these important structures. At 1 p.m. at the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center. For more information go to www.nps.gov/gett

APRIL 2017

April 1, 2 The Farms of Gettysburg: Join a National Park Ranger for an examination of the many farms on the battlefield. Discover the stories of the people who called Gettysburg home, and the amazing work done to preserve and protect these important structures. At 1 p.m. at the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center. For more information go to www.nps.gov/gett

Weekends, April through October Civil War Living History Weekends on the Gettysburg Battlefield. Gettysburg National Military Park’s popular living history and firing demonstrations every weekend throughout the spring, summer, and fall. Confederate and Union living history groups will encamp at Spangler’s Spring, Pitzer Woods, and the Pennsylvania Memorial. Through October. For more information go to www.nps.gov/gett

Weekends, April through October Living History Weekends at Eisenhower National Historic Site: Each weekend from April through October living history volunteers will present soldiers from the First World War, World War II and the Korean War. For information go to www.nps.gov/eise

April 7 First Friday Event: "Inspired by Gettysburg" Meet this month's Gettysburg National Military Park Artist-in-Residence and experience the artwork they have created, inspired by the Gettysburg battlefield. At the David Wills House from 5 - 8 p.m. For more information call 717-338-4469, or go to www.nps.gov/gett

April 8  Gettysburg National Military Park Spring Season of Ranger Programs Begins. Runs through June 9, the start of the full summer program schedule. For more information go to www.nps.gov/gett

April 15  National Junior Ranger Day: Programs designed to help children and families connect with parks in ways that engage them in exploring, learning, and practicing stewardship. At Gettysburg National Military Park and Eisenhower National Historic Site. For more information go to www.nps.gov/gett

MAY 2017

May 5 First Friday Event: "Inspired by Gettysburg" Meet this month's Gettysburg National Military Park Artist-in-Residence and experience the artwork they have created, inspired by the Gettysburg battlefield. At the David Wills House from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. For more information call 717-338-4469, or go to www.nps.gov/gett

May 6 Doors Open Gettysburg: An insider’s look into the preservation of many of Gettysburg National Military Park’s magnificent historic buildings. For more information go to www.nps.gov/gett

May 12 - 14 Spring Seminar: Lee and Meade – A Comparison in Command. A combination of lectures and field programing will examine Gettysburg’s two opposing commanders: George Meade and Robert E. Lee. The lives, personalities, and decisions made by these two individuals will be brought to life through National Park Service rangers and historians, as well as Licensed Battlefield Guides and experts. Reservations required. www.nps.gov/gett

JUNE 2017                     

June 2 First Friday Event: "Inspired by Gettysburg" Meet this month's Gettysburg National Military Park Artist-in-Residence and experience the artwork they have created, inspired by the Gettysburg battlefield. At the David Wills House from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. For more information call 717-338-4469, or go to www.nps.gov/gett

June 3 D-Day Anniversary Commemoration at Eisenhower National Historic Site. For information go to www.nps.gov/eise

June 10 Summer programs at Gettysburg National Military Park and Eisenhower National Historic Site begin. Through August 13. For more information go to www.nps.gov/gett

June 26-29 Gettysburg Days with Documents Teacher Professional Development. A unit focusing on the Civil War should be an integral part of Common Core or other document-based learning objectives. Teachers spend time with Civil War experts and fellow teachers to investigate compelling Civil War era documents and objects, create focus questions and reading strategies, learning objectives and assessments for students, and go on a mini field trip to apply the knowledge and skills gained. Register online at: www.nps.gov/gett       

JULY 2017             

July 1 – 4 Battle of Gettysburg Anniversary: Join National Park Service Rangers, living historians, and Licensed Battlefield Guides for special anniversary hikes, walks, and talks. For information go to: www.nps.gov/gett

July 4 – 13 Retreat from Gettysburg: Join National Park Rangers and living historians and retrace portions of the route of retreat and pursuit taken by both armies following the battle of Gettysburg. For details go to www.nps.gov/gett

July 7  First Friday Event: "Inspired by Gettysburg" Meet this month's Gettysburg National Military Park Artist-in-Residence and experience the artwork they have created, inspired by the Gettysburg battlefield. At the David Wills House from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. For more information call 717-338-4469, or go to www.nps.gov/gett

July 8 100th Anniversary commemoration of the Great War: Events and programs including living history at Eisenhower National Historic Site. For information go to www.nps.gov/eise

AUGUST 2017  

August 4 First Friday Event: "Inspired by Gettysburg" Meet this month's Gettysburg National Military Park Artist-in-Residence and experience the artwork they have created, inspired by the Gettysburg battlefield. At the David Wills House from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. For more information call 717-338-4469, or go to www.nps.gov/gett

August 5 Ford Family Day at the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center. Free activities and programs for the whole family. For more information go to www.gettysburgfoundation.org

August 11 & 12 Gettysburg Music Muster at Gettysburg National Military Park. For more information go to www.nps.gov/gett

August 14 Gettysburg National Military Park Late summer/Fall program season continues through Nov. 19. For more information go to www.nps.gov/gett

August 19 “Eat Like Ike” Farm to Table Event at Eisenhower National Historic Site. For tickets and information go to www.gettysburgfoundation.org

SEPTEMBER 2017

September 1 First Friday Event: "Inspired by Gettysburg" Meet this month's Gettysburg National Military Park Artist-in-Residence and experience the artwork they have created, inspired by the Gettysburg battlefield. At the Gettysburg Railroad Station from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Light refreshments. For more information call 717-338-4469, or go to www.nps.gov/gett

September 16-17 World War II Weekend at Eisenhower National Historic Site. More than 400 reenactors set up an encampment with Allied soldiers, a German camp, World War II jeeps and trucks, and a USO Dance. For more information call 717-338-9114 or visit www.nps.gov/eise.    

OCTOBER 2017           

October 6 First Friday Event: "Inspired by Gettysburg" Meet this month's Gettysburg National Military Park Artist-in-Residence and experience the artwork they have created, inspired by the Gettysburg battlefield. At the David Wills House from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. For more information call 717-338-4469, or go to www.nps.gov/gett

NOVEMBER 2017        

Nov. 11 Veterans’ Day/Community Appreciation Day at the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center. For information go to: www.gettysburgfoundation.org

Nov. 18 Remembrance Day Parade and Ceremonies: an annual parade of Civil War living history groups held in conjunction with the Gettysburg Address anniversary. Sponsored by the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War. For information go to www.suvcw.org.

Nov. 18  Evening Open House at the David Wills House and Gettysburg Railroad Station from 6 to 8 p.m. Special interpretive programs will coincide with the period President Lincoln occupied the two structures during his visit to Gettysburg to dedicate the Soldiers’ National Cemetery. For more information go to www.gettysburgfoundation.org

Nov. 18  Remembrance Day Illumination at the Soldiers’ National Cemetery, Gettysburg National Military Park. Luminary candles will be placed on each Civil War grave as a testament to the sacrifices during the Battle of Gettysburg. Sponsored by the Gettysburg Foundation. For information go to www.gettysburgfoundation.org

Nov. 19  Gettysburg’s Dedication Day: Ceremony with a keynote speaker commemorating the anniversary of the Gettysburg Address at the Soldiers’ National Cemetery. Sponsored by the Lincoln Fellowship of Pennsylvania, Gettysburg National Military Park, the Gettysburg Foundation and Gettysburg College. For information call go to www.lincolnfellowship.org

DECEMBER 2017        

Dec. 1-31 Eisenhower Home Holiday Events: Experience Ike and Mamie Eisenhower’s holiday decorations in their home near Gettysburg. Historic nativity scenes from the Eisenhower White House will be on display in the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center lobby. For more information go to www.nps.gov/eise

                       Dates and events are subject to change. For more information contact:

                       Gettysburg National Military Park events, contact 717-334-1124 or visit www.nps.gov/gett

                       Eisenhower National Historic Site events, contact 717-338-9114 or visit www.nps.gov/eise

                       Gettysburg Foundation events, contact 717-339-2161 or visit www.nps.gov/eise

                       Destination Gettysburg - call 800-337-5015 or visit http://www.destinationgettysburg.com for additional community events, attractions and    accommodations.

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