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Gettysburg Museum & Visitor Center

1195 Baltimore Pike, Gettysburg, PA 17325
717-338-1243
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Ranked #5 of 32 attractions in Gettysburg
Owner description: To commemorate the 150th Anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg in 2013, begin your visit at the official Gettysburg National Military Park Museum &... more » Owner description: To commemorate the 150th Anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg in 2013, begin your visit at the official Gettysburg National Military Park Museum & Visitor Center. The Museum and Visitor Center features the breathtaking Cyclorama Painting created in 1890 depicting the furry of Pickett's Charge, the film "A New Birth of Freedom" and the extensive Gettysburg Museum of the American Civil war. Purchase tickets prior to your arrival online and reserve a battlefield guide licensed through the National Park Service. « less
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Frenchtown, New Jersey
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2013 NEW

It filled in many gaps in our underatanding of the battle of Gettysburg. It was thoroughly informative and enjoyable.

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Pottstown, Pennsylvania
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2013 NEW

This was my 1st time at the new museum, I was impressed at the way it was laid out, you viewed a short film then on to the cyclorama which is a 360 painting of the battle that used to be in it's own building. After that you walk through the museum which also has short films that detail different... More

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Leesburg, Virginia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2013 NEW

I hadn't been to the Visitor Center in over 10 years and was amazed by the new facility. The place looks great, is very functional and even has a full food service area. Make sure you stop here first for the introductory film and other attractions before going out onto the battlefield. While here don't miss getting your picture taken... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2013 NEW

This is a must see stop on your tour of Gettysburg. It has something for every age. We brought two of our Grandchildren here and they are now hooked on civil war history.

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Valatie, New York, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2013 NEW

This is an amazing exhibit of the Battle at Gettysburg and the Cyclorama done in 3 D and an informational movie. They said you could spend 3 hours there and we surely did!

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2013 NEW

The new visitor's center is well-done. There's a movie, a diorama room (WOW) and a museum in the same builiding. You can also reserve (two days ahead) private tour guides who drive your car thru the battlegrounds. If you're interested in civil war history, this is the place. Note: The cafe there has a limited 'fast-food' menu, not much healthy... More

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Logansport, Indiana
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2013 NEW

Iff you want to learn more about the Civil War- this is the place to do it! With videos and displays that are well produced and interesting visitors step back into time. great care has been taken to make this an educational experience that is factual and interesting. The sacrifices of brave men and women are presented in a thought... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2013 NEW via mobile

The new visitors center is absolutely wonderful. They have a short movie, the awesome Cyclorama, a gift shop, and the Gettysburg war museum. The center is very modern and clean. There is a snack bar. This is an absolute must if you go to Gettysburg!!

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Portland,Oregon
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW

This museum is wonderful, esp. the Cyclorama, but allow enough time. We spent 6 hours here and didn't get through it all. Admittedly, we're history buffs but it would be shame to give the museum short shrift since the exhibits are beautifully presented and comprehensive. Skip the cafeteria, however. The food is overpriced and dreary. By mid afternoon, there was... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW

I wish this current incarnation of the museum, visitor center and cyclorama was available when my husband and I were kids/teens. This place is so extremely informative, well-researched, and tells "both sides" of the story - and a good thing as I descend from brave soldiers of the Amer. Revolution whose children would fight later under the banners of the... More

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