http://www.visit-gettysburg.com/gettysburg-blog.html The Gettysburg Blog keeps you informed about all additions and changes to the visit-gettysburg.com website. Subscribe to the RSS feed here. en-us gettysburg Mon, 05 May 2008 16:16:01 GMT Mon, 05 May 2008 16:16:01 GMT visit-gettysburg.com http://www.visit-gettysburg.com/gettysburg-blog.html#Hundredfold-Farms-May-10th-Earth-Celebration Just north of Gettysburg on May 10th, there's going to be an awesome Earth Day Celebration featuring speakers on food security; climate change; solar, wind & water energy; water, land and soil issues; green building; a children's program; green vendors; plus tours of solar homes and a greenhouse wastewater treatment plant. Mon, 05 May 2008 15:55:35 GMT http://www.visit-gettysburg.com/gettysburg-events-schedule.html Use this Gettysburg events schedule to make sure you don't miss something important on your next visit. My calendar is always up to date! Thu, 01 May 2008 21:56:07 GMT http://www.visit-gettysburg.com It's my favorite time of year to visit Gettysburg! The white dogwoods and pink redbuds paint the forest. There are also violets, mustard, and dandilions galore, not to mention the flowering orchard trees. There are lots of butterflies and bird singing. The best places to experience spring are Little Round Top and Culp's Hill. I have added a photo to the homepage. Stay tuned for a video slideshow I will put together soon! Fri, 25 Apr 2008 21:58:48 GMT http://www.visit-gettysburg.com/gettysburg_visitor_center.html The new Gettysburg visitor center and museum opened in April 2008. Sat, 19 Apr 2008 14:03:01 GMT http://www.visit-gettysburg.com/favorite-gettysburg.html What are your favorite Gettysburg places to visit? Is there somewhere special on the battlefield? Where is the best restaurant? Please share your opinions! Fri, 11 Apr 2008 14:38:40 GMT http://www.visit-gettysburg.com/boyds-bears-gettysburg.html Read about my visit to the Boyds Bears Gettysburg shop, the rennovations, and reopening. Wed, 26 Mar 2008 19:14:58 GMT http://www.visit-gettysburg.com/little-round-top-in-gettysburg.html My favorite Civil War battlefield spot to visit is Little Round Top in Gettysburg. It's where Chamberlain and the 20th Maine fought. Fri, 14 Mar 2008 15:04:08 GMT http://www.visit-gettysburg.com/gettysburg-events-schedule.html The new museum and visitor center at Gettysburg National Military Park will be open to the public starting April 14, 2008. The 1884 cyclorama oil painting is still undergoing restoration and will not return for display until late September. Fri, 07 Mar 2008 13:29:01 GMT http://www.visit-gettysburg.com/civil-war-crossword.html Challenge your trivia knowledge with this Civil War crossword! Thu, 28 Feb 2008 13:56:22 GMT http://www.visit-gettysburg.com/gettysburg-campground.html Find the best Gettysburg campground for your visit. This reviews my favorite places to camp and RV park. Thu, 21 Feb 2008 18:33:42 GMT http://www.visit-gettysburg.com/the-gettysburg-address-text.html Read the Gettysburg address text to learn about when, where, and why it was given as well as its meaning and impact. Fri, 15 Feb 2008 15:44:47 GMT http://www.visit-gettysburg.com/civil-war-recipes.html Try preparing some traditional dishes with authentic Civil War recipes using foods from the era. Thu, 14 Feb 2008 13:40:04 GMT http://www.visit-gettysburg.com/gettysburg-restaurants.html Share your favorite Gettysburg restaurants and get ideas about other places to try with great food and unique atmospheres. Wed, 13 Feb 2008 16:16:53 GMT http://www.visit-gettysburg.com/civil-war-food.html Learn about the role of Civil War food and find the best places to eat in Gettysburg, PA. Thu, 07 Feb 2008 14:03:08 GMT http://www.visit-gettysburg.com/civil-war-womens-clothing.html Best remembered as the hoop skirt era, Civil War womens clothing involved several layers of garments that seem strange to us now. Thu, 24 Jan 2008 18:08:53 GMT http://www.visit-gettysburg.com/civil-war-rations.html The "food" provided in American Civil War rations was often unappealing and unhealthy, focusing on filling the men rather than giving them energy to travel and fight. Wed, 16 Jan 2008 20:57:49 GMT http://www.visit-gettysburg.com/gettysburg-train.html All aboard the Gettysburg train! On your visit, you can take scenic train rides or tour museums about trains and Lincoln's famous visit. Sat, 12 Jan 2008 16:19:12 GMT http://www.visit-gettysburg.com/gettysburg-blog.html#No-access-to-park-items-for-research-after-Jan.-18 Be reassured: The artifact display in the Visitor Center will continue uninterrupted! However, those items not on display and accessible for research by appointment will be unavailable to the public for 9 months after January 18th while they are moved to the new facility. Items include photos, letters, uniforms, flags, diaries, and maps. The new facility on Baltimore Pike will include a large research center. The new museum and visitor center are expected to open in April. Stay tuned! Thu, 03 Jan 2008 14:42:54 GMT http://www.visit-gettysburg.com/gettysburg-website-search.html Need help finding information about Gettysburg or the Civil War? Use this Gettysburg website search! Wed, 02 Jan 2008 18:51:13 GMT http://www.visit-gettysburg.com/battle-of-gettysburg-map.html Visualize the big picture and key events with a battle of Gettysburg map that shows the Union and Confederate battlefield lines during this important Civil War battle. Sat, 29 Dec 2007 16:31:07 GMT http://www.visit-gettysburg.com/gettysburg-blog.html#Christmas-Carols-During-the-American-Civil-War Wondering what the Civil War soldiers and their families left at home sang during the holidays? Well, they probably sang carols written before 1861. Check this little timeline: 1843 - O Come all ye Faithful 1848 - Once in Royal David's City 1851 - See Amid the Winters Snow 1868 - O Little Town of Bethlehem 1883 - Away in a Manger Mon, 24 Dec 2007 18:52:52 GMT http://www.visit-gettysburg.com/civil-war-for-kids.html There are several historical places in Gettysburg about the Civil War for kids. Children can also take a break from history for other family fun attractions. They're listed here! Thu, 13 Dec 2007 16:26:54 GMT http://www.visit-gettysburg.com/boyds-bears-gettysburg.html Apparently the big teddy bear store isn't earning enough to make it worth the space. Boyds Bears in Gettysburg will close at the end of December for rennovations to allow rentable space for other vendors. They hope to reopen in the spring in time for the Easter shopping season. Mon, 03 Dec 2007 15:21:43 GMT http://www.visit-gettysburg.com/confederate-civil-war-uniforms.html Men who served the South not only wore shades of grey, but also various shades of brown. Learn more about what "butternuts" wore for Confederate Civil War uniforms. Wed, 28 Nov 2007 14:59:03 GMT http://www.visit-gettysburg.com/gettysburg-events-schedule.html The Outlets just south of downtown are having special sales on November 23 and 24 from 6-10am. And on Friday, Nov. 23, $2,000 in gift certificates will be given to the first 100 people in the food court! Sat, 17 Nov 2007 13:57:49 GMT http://www.visit-gettysburg.com/transportation-from-gettysburg-pa.html There are various forms of local transportation from Gettysburg PA. You will travel around the area easily if you choose the mode that suits you best. Tue, 06 Nov 2007 17:08:53 GMT http://www.visit-gettysburg.com/gettysburg-ghost-tours.html Taking the Gettysburg ghost tours allows you to get up close and personal with the Gettysburg ghosts and their Civil War stories. Sat, 27 Oct 2007 16:52:26 GMT http://www.visit-gettysburg.com/gettysburg-horseback-riding.html Gettysburg horseback riding is a special way to tour the battlefields. Horses played a key role at Gettysburg, and many gave their lives in battle. Sat, 27 Oct 2007 15:21:25 GMT http://www.visit-gettysburg.com/civil-war-bonnets.html Learn about Civil War bonnets or hats and how women wore their hair during this tumultuous time in United States history. Sat, 27 Oct 2007 15:13:01 GMT http://www.visit-gettysburg.com/where-is-gettysburg.html Are you wondering, "Where is Gettysburg in relation to other major cities?" Find the answer and city coordinates here. Sat, 27 Oct 2007 14:50:40 GMT http://www.visit-gettysburg.com/index.html One Marylander's experiences visiting Gettysburg for battlefield tours and other area attractions. A landmark in Civil War history, the rolling hills are a peaceful retreat today. Fri, 19 Oct 2007 16:16:16 GMT http://www.visit-gettysburg.com/gettysburg-blog.html#John-Putch-Shooting-New-Movie-Route-30-in-Gettysburg John Putch is returning to his home area to shoot a movie called "Route 30". Stars include Kevin Rahm, Dana Delany, David DeLuise, Christine Elise McCarthy, Robert Romanus, Nathalie Boltt and Lee Wilkof. Putch's past work includes "Jaws 3", an episode of "Seinfeld", "Mojave Phone Booth" (2006), "Bachelorman" (2003), "Pursuit of Happiness" (2001), and "Valerie Flake" (1999). He plans to direct episodes of "Scrubs" and "Ugly Betty" later this fall. Hopefully, the movie will be released next year with a premier in Gettysburg! Mon, 15 Oct 2007 13:40:02 GMT http://www.visit-gettysburg.com/the-gettysburg-wheatfield.html The Gettysburg Wheatfield is one of the bloodiest battle sites in the United States. The Irish Brigade is remembered there with a special monument. Fri, 28 Sep 2007 20:55:30 GMT http://www.visit-gettysburg.com/gettysburg-blog.html#National-Sheep-Dog-Finals The National Sheep Dog Finals are going on now at the Redding Farm where the annual reenactments take place! I have tickets for Sunday, Sept. 23 to see the open double lift finals. The border collies will have to gather two groups of 10 sheep for 20 sheep total, bring them through gates, then separate the sheep wearing collars from those not. This is a big event with top dogs from across the US. It should be fun! Fri, 21 Sep 2007 13:41:42 GMT http://www.visit-gettysburg.com/sightseeing-gettysburg-pa.html When sightseeing Gettysburg PA, you have many battlefield tour options to choose from. Ride a bus, train, or go on foot. Wed, 05 Sep 2007 14:16:56 GMT http://www.visit-gettysburg.com/gettysburg-battlefield-tours.html You can do Gettysburg battlefield tours that are self-guided at your own pace or with a licensed guide. Travel by car, bike, or motorcycle! Mon, 27 Aug 2007 13:34:53 GMT http://www.visit-gettysburg.com/gettysburg-museums.html When you visit Gettysburg, be sure to stop at some of the places on this list of my favorite Gettysburg museums. Sat, 25 Aug 2007 14:57:56 GMT http://www.visit-gettysburg.com/gettysburg-walking-tours.html The Gettysburg walking tours reveal the Union retreat through town on July 1, 1863 and show the citizen experience. Choose which tour suits your interests. Thu, 23 Aug 2007 12:58:27 GMT http://www.visit-gettysburg.com/gettysburg-bus-tours.html Gettysburg bus tours are great because you don't have to worry about traffic and are free to look all around as you travel over the battlefields. Tue, 21 Aug 2007 12:30:30 GMT http://www.visit-gettysburg.com/gettysburg-tourist-attractions.html There are a variety of Gettysburg tourist attractions to fit every age and interest. Some are battle related, and some are not. Sat, 18 Aug 2007 16:16:40 GMT http://www.visit-gettysburg.com/gettysburg-harley-davidson.html Read about my visit to the Gettysburg Harley Davidson shop. Thu, 16 Aug 2007 22:07:56 GMT http://www.visit-gettysburg.com/links-at-gettysburg.html If you need a break from the battlefield tours, try a round at the Links at Gettysburg or Cedar Ridge Golf Course. Both courses are gorgeous. Tue, 14 Aug 2007 21:16:09 GMT http://www.visit-gettysburg.com/gettysburg-cabins.html You can stay in Gettysburg cabins if you want a rustic experience with more luxury and comfort than tent camping. There are different levels of furnishings and comforts to fit every budget. Fri, 10 Aug 2007 19:29:50 GMT http://www.visit-gettysburg.com/gettysburg-lodging.html There are several Gettysburg lodging options: hotels, bed and breakfasts, campgrounds, or cabins. I'll share my favorites with you and tell you what makes each one special! Fri, 27 Jul 2007 16:26:18 GMT http://www.visit-gettysburg.com/hotels-in-gettysburg.html This is a review of my favorite hotels in Gettysburg and what makes each one unique. Fri, 27 Jul 2007 16:05:08 GMT http://www.visit-gettysburg.com/gettysburg-bed-and-breakfasts.html You can stay at Gettysburg bed and breakfasts in town or on the battlefield, with children and animals or without. I'll share my favorite places and why they're special. Fri, 27 Jul 2007 15:52:53 GMT http://www.visit-gettysburg.com/gettysburg-travel.html Need to know the various Gettysburg travel options for entering the area? By plane or by train, it's the same place they all aim! Tue, 24 Jul 2007 21:38:38 GMT http://www.visit-gettysburg.com/gettysburg-battlefields.html Explore the rolling hills and open fields of the Gettysburg battlefields and learn the best battle locations to visit. Fri, 20 Jul 2007 17:25:39 GMT http://www.visit-gettysburg.com/battlefield-map-of-gettysburg.html Locate the major sites in Gettysburg National Military Park by using this battlefield map of Gettysburg. Plan to visit these important places on your tour. Fri, 20 Jul 2007 17:16:18 GMT http://www.visit-gettysburg.com/pictures-of-gettysburg-pa.html Look at historical pictures of Gettysburg PA and learn how to easily do research from your computer to find more photos. Wed, 18 Jul 2007 19:49:42 GMT