Eisenhower NHS Hosts World War II Weekend that Commemorates USA's 250th

On the left a young man in full military uniform sits next to a large WWII era vehicle mounted gun while a young boy in a red shirt looks through the eyepiece. (NPS Photo)

GETTYSBURG, Pa. – Experience history firsthand at Eisenhower National Historic Site during the 2026 World War II Weekend, taking place September 18-20. This year’s programs and activities will commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States by exploring how the ideals of America’s founding inspired Americans and Allies during World War II. The weekend will feature a living history encampment, guest speakers, ranger-guided walking tours, family activities for visitors of all ages and more.

Programming begins the evening of Friday, September 18, and continues throughout the day on Saturday, September 19 and Sunday, September 20. For safety purposes, the grounds of Eisenhower National Historic Site will be closed to visitors on Friday, September 18 for the set-up of the living history camp. Event highlights include:

· Notable Guest Speakers and Historians: Katherine Carter, the curator of Sir Winston Churchill’s Chartwell home in England, will speak on Friday evening at the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center. Free tickets are required, see the park’s website for details. On Saturday and Sunday, speakers at Eisenhower NHS will cover a variety of topics that relate to the men and women of the World War II generation. A full list of speakers and topics is available on the park website. 

· Ranger-Guided Walking Tours of WWII Burials in Gettysburg National Cemetery: Park rangers will offer four guided-walking tours of Gettysburg National Cemetery that explore the stories of the 590 fallen WWII soldiers, sailors, airmen and Marines buried there. The programs highlight individuals who fought and died at places such as Pearl Harbor, Guadalcanal, Normandy and the Battle of the Bulge. Programs take place Friday at 5 p.m.; Saturday at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.; and Sunday at 9 a.m. Programs will meet inside the Taneytown Road entrance to Gettysburg National Cemetery.

· WWII Era Living-History Camp at Eisenhower NHS: Visit American and Allied military units, as well as groups that depict life on the Homefront, to explore the people and stories of the Fight for Liberty during World War II. Park rangers will lead guided-walking tours of the living history camp throughout the weekend. Walking-tour programs include an immersive training exercise walk.

· Family Activities and Programs at Eisenhower NHS: Visit the Family Tent to pick up an activity booklet. Children who complete five activities can earn their own special World War II themed memento.

· Special Temporary Museum Exhibits: Visit the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center to see temporary exhibits from the Naval History and Heritage Command, U.S. Museum of the Navy and the National Museum of the Marine Corps. These exhibits explore the people, events and legacies that connect the American Revolution and World War II.

· Eisenhower Home Tours: Free tours of the only home that Dwight and Mamie Eisenhower owned are available on both Saturday and Sunday of World War II Weekend.

A full schedule of programs, maps and information on how to participate is available at www.nps.gov/eise.

How to visit Eisenhower NHS during World War II Weekend:

• Weather permitting, free on-site parking for passenger vehicles only will be available at Eisenhower National Historic Site in a farm field accessible from Emmitsburg Road, Business Route 15. For GPS, use 250 Eisenhower Farm Road.

• Eisenhower National Historic Site will have accessible parking on-site throughout the weekend.

• Bus groups must book shuttles from the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center, located at 1195 Baltimore Pike. Visit the Gettysburg Foundation website or call 877-874-2478 to make reservations.

All National Park Service World War II Weekend programming is free of charge. Outdoor programs are weather dependent. This year marks the 28th year Eisenhower National Historic Site has hosted this event.

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Gettysburg Film Festival: Remembering the Heroes of Flight 93

August 19, 2026 by Community Contributors

Join us in Gettysburg on September 12, 2026—one day after the 25th anniversary of the September 11th attacks—for an evening of remembrance and reflection. Panelists include CWRT’S Ed Root!

At the heart of this special program are the family members of the 40 heroes aboard United Airlines Flight 93, who will share their personal stories and memories in a moving conversation honoring their loved ones’ courage. We are honored to welcome the following family members as part of the program:

• Gordie Felt, brother of passenger Edward P. Felt

• Kenny Nacke, brother of passenger Louis Nacke II

• David Beamer, father of passenger Todd Beamer

• Debby Borza, mother of passenger Deora Bodley

• Ed Root, cousin of flight attendant Lorraine Bay

The evening will feature a special screening of Paul Greengrass’s award-winning film, United 93, as well as remarks from actor John Rothman who portrayed passenger Edward P. Felt in the film.

Presented as a feature event of the Gettysburg Film Festival, this program is a collaboration with the Friends of Flight 93 National Memorial and will be held at the Majestic Theater (25 Carlisle Street, Gettysburg).

The program will be followed by a book signing with Tom McMillan, author of the award-winning book, Flight 93, and Justice for the Forgotten Families of 9/11.

Tickets are $25 and are available here. All proceeds will support the charitable missions of the Friends of Flight 93 National Memorial and Gettysburg History.

Pre-register for the 30th Annual Civil War Symposium in Petersburg VA

Pamplin Historical Park
Any era is full of colorful personalities who may be known for their temperament and the Civil War is no different. Whether in personal life, in camp or on the battlefield leaders have been known to blow up at subordinates or even superiors. In extreme cases, the outbursts can manifest into disastrous decisions on the battlefield or even murder. “Hot Heads!: Quick Tempers & Rash Actions” explores seven fiery Civil War commanders who let anger get the best of them both in and out of uniform.

The conference will be held on Friday, October 16 through Sunday, October 18, 2026 at Pamplin Historical Park’s Education Center in Dinwiddie, Virginia and will feature presentations from seven outstanding historians: Chris J. Hartley, James A. Hessler, Robert I. Girardi, Dr. Brooks D. Simpson, Dr. Christopher S. Stowe, Jeffry Wert and Dr. Brian Steel Wills.

For more information or to register online, click the link below.

You can also call a reservation specialist at 877-726-7546.

Click to Register

CONFERENCE SCHEDULE

Friday, October 16, 2026

6:30 pm Welcome Reception and Cash Bar - Education Center

7:00 pm Registration and Participant Packet Pick-up - Education Center

7:25 pm Introduction and Welcome - Colin Romanick

7:30 pm Presenter: Dr. Brooks D. Simpson - Maj. Gen. William T. Sherman

9:00 pm Program Concludes

Saturday, October 17, 2026

8:00 am Registration continues/Continental Breakfast/Book Sales - Education Center

9:00 am Presenter: Jeffry D. Wert - Lt. Gen. Jubal A. Early

10:15 am Break: Book Sales - Battlefield Center

10:45 am Presenter: Robert I. Girardi - Maj. Gen. William "Bull" Nelson

12:00 pm Lunch at Education Center Pavillion

1:00 pm Presenter: Dr. Brian Steel Wills - Lt. Gen. Nathan Bedford Forrest

2:15 pm Break: Book Sales - Battlefield Center

2:45 pm Preesnter: James A. Hessler - Maj. Gen. Daniel E. Sickles

4:00 pm Restroom Break

4:10 pm State of the Park Update - Colin Romanick

5:00 pm Presentations Conclude

5:30 pm Dinner - Giuseppe's Restaurant

Sunday, October 18, 2025

8:00 am Continental Breakfast

9:00 am Presenter: Dr. Christopher S. Stowe - Maj. Gen. George G. Meade

10:15 am Break: Book Sales - Battlefield Center

10:45 am Presenter: Chris J. Hartley - Maj. Gen. D. H. Hill

12:00 pm Lunch - Education Center Pavillion

1:00 pm Panel Discussion - all presenters

2:00 pm Raffle Drawing

2:30 pm Symposium Concludes

DETAILS

Where: Pamplin Historical Park Education Center

6523 Duncan Road Petersburg, VA 23803

Cost: $339.00 per person – Pamplin Historical Park Members

          $379.00 per person – Non-members*

*Not a member, but interested in joining?

Click here or call Member Services, 877-726-7546 .

What’s Included:   Registration fee includes all lectures, the Friday night reception, two mid-morning coffee breaks, two lunches and the Saturday night banquet.

Lodging: Rooms are available at several local hotels to include:

• Holiday Inn Express and Suites—Dinwiddie, 5679 Boydton Plank Road, Petersburg, VA 23803, 804-518-1515

• Comfort Inn Petersburg-Fort Gregg-Adams, 112001 South Crater Road, Petersburg, VA 23805, 804-318-4836.

Specially negotiated rates can be found on Pamplin Park’s special hotel accommodation booking link: https://www.hotelplanner.com/EventPage8565431

You must call the above hotels directly and not their 800 numbers to secure a room within these room blocks. Just be sure to ask for Group and rates listed above.  

TO REGISTER

Pre-registration is required and space is limited.

Click here for the Registration Form or to register by phone, call 877-726-7546 to talk to one of our registration specialists

Current Pamplin Historical Park members will receive a separate email, with a discount code, for use during registration check out. Members can also call the number above to register over the phone with a credit card as well. If a membership has lapsed, it will need to be renewed at the same time to receive the symposium discount. .

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New Superintendent Selected for Gettysburg Area National Parks

GETTYSBURG, Pa.

Stephanie Stephens has been selected as superintendent of Gettysburg National Military Park, Eisenhower National Historic Site, and Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument. Stephens currently serves as the acting regional director for the Midwest Region of the National Park Service and will assume her new role this fall.

     “Stephanie’s extensive experience in cultural resource stewardship, museum and curatorial leadership, collaborative planning, and community engagement is perfectly suited for this position,” said acting Northeast Region Deputy Regional Director Brandon Bies. “Her curatorial knowledge is especially relevant at Gettysburg, home to the National Park Service's largest Civil War museum collection, where the preservation, care, and interpretation of these meaningful artifacts is a central mission.”

     “Growing up in Twentynine Palms, California, where a military installation and a national park were central to my community, instilled in me a deep commitment to public service and preserving our nation’s stories,” said Stephens. “It is an honor to serve at places where the stories of sacrifice, resilience, leadership, and reflection are preserved and shared. I look forward to working closely with our staff, Tribal Nations, partners, volunteers, and the communities we serve to ensure these nationally significant places continue to educate and inspire future generations.”

     Stephens has been with the National Park Service for 37 years, in a variety of leadership positions focused on the preservation and stewardship of National Park Service museum collections and cultural resources. In 2016 she was selected as the National Park Service chief curator. Since then, she has served as the national deputy associate director for Park Programs and National Heritage Areas, the Midwest Region associate regional director for Cultural Resources, Land and Water Conservation Fund, and Rivers, Trails, and Conservation Assistance programs, and as a deputy regional director for the Midwest Region.

     Stephens holds a Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology from California State University, San Bernardino and a Master of Arts in Liberal Studies, with an emphasis in Museum Studies and Public Administration from the University of Oklahoma. She also attended the Harvard Kennedy School, is a graduate of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Federal Executive Institute – Leadership for a Democratic Society program and is currently enrolled in OPM’s Senior Executive Development Program.

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TSA Officers Found Five Cannonballs Stolen From Civil War Fort Morgan

TSA officer Justin Dupree saw the artifacts in an X-ray image. JKA TSA

Sonja Anderson | Daily Correspondent Smithsonian Magazine

July 28, 2026

TSA Officers Found Five Cannonballs in a Checked Suitcase at an Alabama Airport. The inert artifacts gave security officers in Gulf Shores a good scare. Investigators say the weapons came from Fort Morgan, which guards Mobile Bay

The five cannonballs ranged in size from grapefruit to cherry. JKA TSA

A Transportation Security Administration officer got a scare this month at Alabama’s Gulf Shores International Airport (JKA). He was running checked luggage through an X-ray machine and spotted an opaque lump in a bag. When experts opened the suitcase, they found hunks of metal wrapped in paper towels.

“My first thought was, ‘I couldn’t see a fuse and needed to get some help quick,’” says TSA officer Justin Dupree in a statement. “I couldn’t see the entire item but was scared I might have been holding a live explosive.”

The five metal balls, ranging from grapefruit- to cherry-sized, were deadly weapons—perhaps a century and a half ago. Investigators say they’re inert cannonballs, likely lifted from the Civil War-era Fort Morgan historical site, reports WKRG’s Debbie Williams.

“That would have to be the weirdest thing, in our short existence, that we’ve ever had come through TSA,” Jesse Fosnaugh, the director of the airport, which opened to commercial passengers last year, tells WKRG.

The smaller cannonballs each only measure about an inch across. JKA TSA

Fort Morgan occupies a strip of land called Mobile Point, guarding the entrance to Alabama’s Mobile Bay. Back in 1813, the U.S. Army built a log-and-sand structure there called Fort Bowyer, to defend against the British during the War of 1812. In 1819, work began on a more permanent structure, which became Fort Morgan.

Because of Mobile Point’s remoteness, Fort Morgan took some 15 years to complete. Masons, including many enslaved Black people, laid its 40 million bricks. The fort became a Confederate stronghold during the Civil War. In August 1864, when Mobile Bay was one of the last open Confederate ports, Union forces attacked, led by Admiral David Farragut. The Battle of Mobile Bay ended with a two-week Union siege upon Fort Morgan, after which its Confederate soldiers surrendered.

Today, Fort Morgan retains just one small building from the 19th century. Between 1898—the year of the Spanish-American War—and 1910, the military expanded and transformed the base, which served as a training base through World War I and World War II, after which it became a historical site open to the public.

So, how did five cannonballs from Fort Morgan’s grounds end up in a checked suitcase? Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office Captain Nathan Lusk tells CNN’s Aaron Cooper that a “juvenile” from out of state had taken them. Fosnaugh tells WKRG that an “unidentified passenger” said she picked them up at a roadside stand.

“I don’t think there was any ill will from the passenger in this case based on the story they told us,” Fosnaugh says.

TSA officer Justin Dupree saw the artifacts in an X-ray image. JKA TSA

Authorities returned the cannonballs to Fort Morgan, whose director declined to press charges, per CNN. And the passenger made the flight. The illicit loot joins the list of other smuggled goods that have made news recently, like the nearly 600 ancient Egyptian pieces confiscated at John F. Kennedy International Airport.

Still, Dupree says in the statement that he’s “never seen anything quite this unique” in his four years with the TSA. “I’ve seen inert grenades and training munitions but never an Indiana Jones-esque stolen artifact-type situation.”

Sonja Anderson | Read More

Sonja Anderson is a daily correspondent for Smithsonian magazine who covers art, archaeology and culture, from newly discovered artifacts to the latest art heists.

Gettysburg event will honor Flight 93 heroes on 25th anniversary of 9/11

Gettysburg event will honor Flight 93 heroes on 25th anniversary of 9/11

July 30, 2026 by Gettysburg Connection News Team

A special evening of remembrance marking the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks will bring family members of the 40 heroes aboard United Airlines Flight 93 to Gettysburg this fall.

The commemorative program is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 12, one day after the anniversary, as a featured event of the Gettysburg Film Festival. It is being presented through a partnership between Gettysburg History and the Friends of Flight 93 National Memorial.

The centerpiece of the evening will be a conversation with relatives of the Flight 93 passengers and crew, who will share personal memories and reflect on the courage and sacrifice of their loved ones.

United Flight 93 crashed in Somerset County, Pennsylvania, after passengers and crew fought back against hijackers during the Sept. 11 attacks, preventing the aircraft from reaching its intended target. All 40 passengers and crew members were killed.

The program will also include a screening of the acclaimed 2006 film *United 93*, directed by Paul Greengrass. The film chronicles the events aboard Flight 93 and has been widely recognized for its portrayal of the passengers’ actions during the attack.

In addition to the screening, cast members and others involved in bringing the story to the screen are expected to participate in the evening’s program, offering insights into the making of the film and the importance of preserving the legacy of those aboard the flight.

The event is intended to provide an opportunity for reflection while helping ensure that the story of Flight 93 continues to be shared with future generations.

Tickets are $25, with proceeds benefiting both the Friends of Flight 93 National Memorial and Gettysburg History. The funds will support ongoing efforts to preserve and interpret the history of Flight 93 and honor the lives of the passengers and crew.

Complimentary admission will be available for any family members of the Flight 93 victims who wish to attend the event.

Summer Programs Continue at the George Spangler Farm

Summer Programs Continue at the George Spangler Farm & Field Hospital in Gettysburg

 Gettysburg, Pa. (July 7, 2026) — Gettysburg Foundation invites the community and visitors to experience the George Spangler Farm & Field Hospital through a series of guided tours, living history weekends and special evening programs offered throughout the summer.

During the Battle of Gettysburg, the George Spangler family farm became one of the Union Army's largest field hospitals, where more than 1,900 wounded soldiers received treatment. Today, the preserved 80-acre site shares the stories of those who lived, worked and received care there.

"The George Spangler Farm & Field Hospital holds a unique place in Gettysburg's story," said Billy Griffith, Gettysburg Foundation's Historic Sites Manager. "Visitors experience the battlefield from a different perspective here, learning how this peaceful farm became one of the Union Army's largest field hospitals and the human stories that unfolded during and after the fighting."

Highlights of 2026 seasonal programming include:

Evening Programs | Fridays, July 17 and Aug. 14 | 6-8 p.m.
Hear emerging scholars from Gettysburg College’s Civil War Institute and established historians, with topics including the Battle of First Manassas and the ways Gettysburg’s geological landscape influenced the events of July 1863. Tickets are required. On-site parking is provided.

Author Walk-and-Talk | Friday, July 31 | 6-8 p.m.
Join author Ron Kirkwood for a presentation and guided walk exploring stories from the site, with guest speaker Carolyn Ivanoff. Tickets are required. On-site parking is provided.

Living History Weekends | Saturday, July 11 and Friday & Saturday, Aug. 7-8 | 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Experience demonstrations by Civil War-era living historians portraying camp life and the experiences of soldiers and civilians. Timed shuttle and admission tickets are required. Timed shuttles depart the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum & Visitor Center every 20 minutes from 10 a.m. through 1:40 p.m., with return shuttles on schedule. The final return shuttle departs the historic site at 3:20 p.m.

Guided Tours | Fridays and Saturdays through October | July 24-25, Aug. 21-22, Sept. 25-26, Oct. 23-24 | 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.
Explore the history of the site and the individuals connected to it through in-depth tours offered on select weekends. Timed shuttle and admission tickets are required. Timed shuttles depart the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum & Visitor Center at 9:40 a.m. and 1:10 p.m. on the published tour dates.

Timed shuttles for Guided Tours and Living History Weekends depart the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum & Visitor Center. Tickets are available online at GettysburgFoundation.org/George-Spangler-Farm, by calling 877-874-2478 or 717-334-2436, or in person at the Museum & Visitor Center, 1195 Baltimore Pike, Gettysburg. Programming is dependent on favorable weather conditions and is subject to change. Program updates are available at GettysburgFoundation.org and on Gettysburg Foundation’s social media channels.

PCN to Air 2026 Gettysburg Battlewalks Coverage

PCN to Air 2026 Gettysburg Battlewalks Coverage 

Viewers can stream every moment live and on demand,
with a limited-time 25% discount on an annual PCN Select subscription. 

CAMP HILL, PA – [6/29/2026] – PCN returns to Gettysburg with live and on-demand coverage of the annual Battlewalks, airing Wednesday, July 1 through Friday, July 3 on cable and streaming through PCN Select. 

Following park rangers from Gettysburg National Military Park, the three-day series marks the anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg and features nine guided Battlewalks, exploring key moments and locations from the historic battlefield. 

2026 Gettysburg Battlewalks Coverage Schedule 

Wednesday, July 1 

• John B. Gordon’s Brigade, July 1, 1863  

• “The Defiant Fist:” Stone’s Brigade on July 1, 1863  

• This Hallowed Ground: The Changing Landscape of the Soldiers' National Cemetery 

Thursday, July 2 

• “They Blindly Plied the Work of Slaughter:” The 19th Massachusetts at the Battle of Gettysburg  

• The Real High Water Mark? Ambrose Wright’s Brigade on July 2, 1863  

• “Our men went down like leaves in the autumn wind:” Avery’s North Carolinians Attack Cemetery Hill 

Friday, July 3 

• A Most Severe and Terrible Fire: The bombardment on the afternoon of July 3 

• “Rally, boys and go over that fence!” – The 11th Mississippi in Pettigrew’s Charge 

• The Union's "Stone Wall" Division: Alexander Hays and the Repulse of Longstreet's Assault 

Viewers can stream on-demand with PCN Select or watch on PCN. 

For a limited time, PCN is offering 25% off an annual PCN Select subscription from Monday, June 29 through Thursday, July 2 at 11:59 PM. Code GETTY26 unlocks full access to Gettysburg coverage and PCN’s extensive library of Pennsylvania programming for 25% less! 

About PCN 

PCN is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit television network dedicated to educating, connecting, and celebrating Pennsylvania’s past, present, and future through streaming platforms and cable television. PCN ensures Pennsylvanians have access to unfiltered content that reflects their communities' daily lives and interests. 

From the state’s rich history and cultural significance to current events like the PIAA Championships and direct access to state government, PCN delivers content that informs and engages. Viewers can watch PCN on cable television in Pennsylvania, live, or on demand through PCN Select, available online at PCNSelect.com, or by downloading the app on mobile devices, Apple TV, Fire TV, or Roku. 

For more information, visit pcntv.com. 

Rare Display of Alonzo Cushing’s Medal of Honor Opens July 1 at the Gettysburg NMP

GETTYSBURG, Pa. (June 24, 2026) — First Lieutenant Alonzo H. Cushing’s Medal of Honor will be on exhibit at the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum & Visitor Center July 1–5, 2026. This rare display coincides with the anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, offers visitors a unique opportunity to reflect on Cushing's sacrifice where it occurred and provides them with the opportunity to view the nation’s highest military decoration awarded to one of Gettysburg’s most recognized Union officers.

Born on Jan. 19, 1841, in Delafield, Wisconsin, and raised in Fredonia, New York, Cushing entered the United States Military Academy at West Point in 1857 and graduated with the Class of 1861. After graduating, Cushing was commissioned as a First Lieutenant. During the Chancellorsville Campaign (May 1863), he assumed command of Battery A, 4th U.S. Artillery, serving with the Army of the Potomac’s II Corps.

At Gettysburg, Cushing and his battery of six 3-inch Ordnance rifles took position with General Alexander S. Webb's brigade on July 2, 1863. They were engaged throughout the day and again on July 3 as Confederate forces opened a two-hour artillery bombardment that preceded the assault known as Pickett's Charge. Wounded twice during the cannonade, Cushing refused to leave the field and continued to direct his battery until only two guns remained in action. As Confederate infantry closed on the "Angle," he was mortally wounded while bravely holding his position.

For more than three decades, Margaret Zerwekh of Delafield, Wisconsin, advocated for Cushing to receive the Medal of Honor. Finally, on Nov. 6, 2014, his closest living relative, Helen Loring Ensign, accepted the Medal of Honor on his behalf from President Barack Obama. Cushing’s Medal of Honor is now part of Gettysburg National Military Park’s collection, cared for by curators at Gettysburg National Military Park.

Cushing's citation reflects the same devotion expressed in the words inscribed on his headstone at West Point: "Faithful unto Death."

Visitors can see Cushing's Medal of Honor on display, free of charge, July 1–5 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the rotunda of the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum & Visitor Center, located at 1195 Baltimore Pike, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. To plan your visit to Gettysburg and learn more about Gettysburg Foundation, visit our website at GettysburgFoundation.org.

TOP 10 TIPS for a Safe and Enjoyable Battle Anniversary at Gettysburg

TOP 10 TIPS for a Safe and Enjoyable Battle Anniversary at Gettysburg

1. Know before you go! The full schedule for the Battle of Gettysburg Anniversary from July 1-3 can be found on our website. 

2. The regular Summer Ranger program schedule continues during the Battle of Gettysburg Anniversary events from July 1 to 3. 

3. Watch the weather and know our cancellation policy.  

• In the event of thunderstorm or tornado warnings, or a heat index more than 103 degrees, all programs will be canceled.  

• In the event of a heat index more than 91 degrees, programs will be shortened and modified. 

1. Stay hydrated! Drink plenty of water, know your limitations, and don't overexert yourself. 

2. We offer a variety of programming for all age levels, interests, and abilities including Family programs, Sacred Trust talks (in partnership with the Gettysburg Foundation), 100 Nights of Taps, and Living History demonstrations. 

3. Ticks! Ticks! Ticks! (And don’t forget their friends; chiggers and mosquitoes.) Please use bug spray and wear long pants. 

4. Prepare yourself against the harmful effects of the sun. Please use sunscreen, wear a hat, and consider a cooling cloth to help keep you cool and protected from the sun. 

5. Sturdy walking shoes or boots are a must for the anniversary hikes.  

6. Remember the Six Ps: Proper Parking Prevents Park Protection Problems. Please keep all four wheels on the pavement and park as directed. 

7. What about the reenactments? The National Park Service does not allow reenactments within the battlefield park, though several occur on private property outside the park boundary. However, Living History demonstrations take place throughout the park.