Gettysburg National Military Park (U.S. National Park Service) (original) (raw)

A New Birth of Freedom

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".

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3 minutes, 37 seconds

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.

A park ranger points across a green field to two hills in the background Virtual tour

We offer all our visitors the opportunity to experience the battlefield, no matter where you are, with our park-wide virtual tour!

A man bends at the knee as he paints a white picket fence. A small white barn is nearby. Volunteer Opportunities

Become a volunteer and help Gettysburg NMP and Eisenhower NHS! Work side by side with park staff preserving your national parks!

A group of United States soldiers use a cannon in front of the Pennsylvania Memorial. Living History Programs

From the roar of artillery to the flash of bayonets, living history demonstrations help bring the past to life.

A park ranger leads a group of children on an education program along a stone wall with flags. Education Programs at Gettysburg

Learn more about planning a field trip, curriculum materials for your class, traveling trunks, professional development and more.

Last updated: April 11, 2025