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Gettysburg Museum of History

219 Baltimore St, Gettysburg, PA 17325
(717) 337-2035
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Ranked #3 of 32 attractions in Gettysburg
Type: Military Museums
Owner description: The Museum that was featured on History's "American Picker's" The Gettysburg Museum Of History has over 4,000 artifacts on display. The Museum is FREE... more » Owner description: The Museum that was featured on History's "American Picker's" The Gettysburg Museum Of History has over 4,000 artifacts on display. The Museum is FREE TO THE PUBLIC! The Museum covers all areas of American History. Military and Political History are the focus with some pop culture covered. Some highlights include: A lock of George and Martha Washington's hair, Abraham Lincoln's wallet and opera glasses,John Wilkes Booth's splint relic, the largest collection of Gettysburg battlefield relics on display in Gettysburg, an autograph or manuscript from each president, Harry Truman's hat, Dwight D. Eisenhower's golf clubs, JFK's rocking chair, suit, and bloodstained limousine upholstery from the assassination, the flag that flew during the attack on Pearl Harbor, Shell casing from Ruby's gun that Killed Oswald, Hitler's silver that was captured by U.S. forces at his home. The Fredrick G. Pfeffer collection of relics from Pickett's Charge. The Robert L. White collection of JFK, The Captain Good collection (wounded in action at Gettysburg) includes the items he used during the battle and the bullet that wounded him! Uniforms,flags, accoutrements, weapons, documents, photos, much much more!The Gettysburg Museum Of History also buys artifacts as well as sells them. Please stop by and see the most amazing collection in Gettysburg at no charge! « less
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Thurmont, Maryland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2013 NEW

I saw this on an episode of American Pickers and wanted to see it. Since my wife & I live about a half hour away, we go to Gettysburg fairly often. We have tried to see the museum a few times, but we have either been too late, or it wasn't open. Erik-the curator-states his hours were less regular during... More

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Thurmont, Maryland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW

My husband and I are frequent visitors to Gettysburg as we live only about 30 minutes away. Even though we have been to Gettysburg on many occasions, we have missed a real gem here on our previous visits. This museum is a "must see" for any visitors to the area, especially to the battlefield. There are so many artifacts and... More

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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2013

A real jewel. There is so much to see here I know I will return on subsequent trips to Gettysburg. A nice variety of historical items in addition to some huge Gettysburg artifact collections. Many verified genuine historic items for sale as well.

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Bradenton, Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2013

This is not a rush in, rush out place to visit. It takes you on a pre-battle preparation. Then a day by day presentation of what happened on the 3 days of the battle. Awe inspiring. Can be a very emotional experience.

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Richmond, Virginia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2013

This may easily be one of the coolest FREE museums I'd ever been to. To my surprise, it not only featured Civil War memorabilia but artifacts throughout the course of American and European history. It starts off with Union and Confederate weaponry and moves on to SS uniforms, Kennedy's suit, Elvis' favorite rifle, and even Marilyn Monroe's bra. The entire... More

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Brookeville, Maryland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2013

There is something for everyone; not just Civil War memoriabilia. The museum is clean, organized and very interesting. You do not want to be in Gettysburg and miss the opportunity to see the Museum. The owner is great --- he is helpful, knowledgeable and loves what he does. Stop in! You'll be glad you did! Lon and Joey

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Warren, Michigan
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2013

This is truly a hidden gem in Gettysburg. It is a free (donations accepted) museum with so much to look at. It is right on the main street and there are so many interesting items. Tons of presidential memorabilia, rare and unusual items. Oddities such as hair from George and Martha washington, lots of elvis and jfk stuff too. Everything... More

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Brentwood, Tennessee, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 5, 2013

Not just Civil War related stuff, oh no.. How about some Elvis? JFK? Nazi Germany? Erik and crew have one of the most amazing collections I've ever seen and, the Museum is FREE to browse! And as for Civil War and Gettysburg related items, the Museums collection rivals the one found at National Park Service's Visitors Center in Gettysburg. You... More

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eastern pennsylvania
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 30, 2013

We visit the museum everytime we are in Gettysburg, which is 3-4 times a year and enjoy it each time. Frankly, I've never seen a collection of items like that anywhere; there's not only a ton of amazing, actual artifacts from the 3-day battle, but other items I would have never thought I'd see, like a lock of George Washington's... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 28, 2013

Great exhibits, shows, cyclorama, museum, displays, audio and video shows, expert Park Rangers, this place has it all!!

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