Gettysburg Blog

Mar 8, Flags of the Civil War

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 21:36:05 GMT

The flags of the Civil War came in a variety of shapes and colors. Gain a basic understanding of the colors and symbols used on both the Civil War Union flag and the Confederate flags.

Mar 5, 10 Coolest Facts about Abraham Lincoln

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 20:20:06 GMT

Here's a list of the 10 most interesting facts about Abraham Lincoln. Did you know he used the stovepipe hat that he wore on his head to carry important papers?

Mar 4, Little Round Top View of Devils Den

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 14:45:20 GMT

I love waking up and going to Little Round Top. The morning fog is wonderful. I go every year. I love this place in Gettysburg. Related Battlefield Links

Mar 1, The Online Gettysburg Events Schedule

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 20:16:10 GMT

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!

Feb 26, Gettysburg Bus Tours Review

Fri, 26 Feb 2010 19:20:49 GMT

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. Gettysburg tourism has the best Civil War tours!

Feb 24, Civil War Quilts

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 22:05:43 GMT

The history of Civil War quilts is very interesting. Was the log cabin quilt pattern actually used on the Underground Railroad?

Feb 18, Civil War Genealogy Research Using Civil War Rosters and Census Records

Thu, 18 Feb 2010 21:44:26 GMT

Picture what happened to your ancestors by researching Civil War genealogy. Connecting to the Battle of Gettysburg personally makes it come alive!

Feb 15, Gettysburg Battlefield Tours on the Road

Mon, 15 Feb 2010 14:32:55 GMT

You can do Gettysburg battlefield tours that are self-guided at your own pace or with a licensed guide. Some are part of larger Civil War trails. Travel by car, bike, or motorcycle!

Feb 12, Gettysburg Visitor Center

Fri, 12 Feb 2010 18:01:09 GMT

The new Gettysburg visitor center and museum opened in April 2008. It houses the Getttysburg cyclorama.

Feb 10, Devils Den in Gettysburg

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 14:19:46 GMT

A hot spot for fighting during the Gettysburg battle on July 2, 1863, Devils Den in Gettysburg is a favorite spot for tourists today. It's a must see visit to imagine some Civil War ghost stories.

Feb 6, Soldier Ghosts

Sat, 06 Feb 2010 17:49:04 GMT

My family and I frequent gettysburg. We are skeptics and look for the obvious but on a walking night tour I had the crap scared out of me. It was really

Feb 5, Civil War Lesson Plans for U.S. History

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 18:34:36 GMT

These Civil War lesson plans will make your social studies unit on U.S. history easier and more fun. Gettysburg was one of the most important battles of the Civil War.

Feb 2, Pictures of Gettysburg PA

Tue, 02 Feb 2010 19:14:18 GMT

Look at historical pictures of Gettysburg PA and learn how to easily do online research from your computer to find more Gettysburg photos.

Jan 29, Your Gettysburg Online Community

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 14:49:23 GMT

Share the best recipes, ghost stories, photos, and more in the Gettysburg online community. Rate your favorites!

Jan 28, Somber Gettysburg Cemetary

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 15:39:13 GMT

I took this picture in April of 2009, while visiting the park. It was cloudy and overcast that day, which I believe added to the somberness of the

Jan 28, Gettysburg 2nd US Cavalry

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 15:38:01 GMT

I was visiting my sister in Northern Virginia when we planned a trip to Gettysburg for us. I was pleasantly surprised to see there was going to be a

Jan 28, Gettysburg National Cemetery

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 15:36:50 GMT

I took this photograph on my last visit during October of 2009. When visiting the hallowed ground of Gettysburg, trying to capture the essence of what

Jan 22, Make Money from Home

Fri, 22 Jan 2010 20:04:52 GMT

Learn about me and how I make money from home by sharing my love of history and Gettysburg. It's a great home based business opportunity.

Jan 18, Gettysburg Battle Photos and Gettysburg Pictures, How to Research and Document

Mon, 18 Jan 2010 16:19:55 GMT

Take a look at historical Gettysburg battle photos and learn how to research more Civil War pictures from your computer.

Jan 15, Civil War Clothing Photos

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 15:16:32 GMT

Share and view photos of modern reenactors and party attendees in Civil War clothing. Victorian costumes can be fun!

Jan 15, Bloody Run at Gettysburg: A Plum in the Valley of Death

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 14:35:36 GMT

The little stream known as Bloody Run at Gettysburg is also called Plum Run. It's a great spot to visit on the Gettysburg battlefields even though it runs through an area known as the Valley of Death.

Jan 11, Mary Todd Lincoln Cake

Mon, 11 Jan 2010 22:12:39 GMT

Here's the famous Lincoln cake recipe. President Lincoln's wife Mary Todd Lincoln apparently made this vanilla almond cake for him while they were

Jan 9, Your Best Gettysburg Pictures

Sat, 09 Jan 2010 19:35:42 GMT

Share your best Gettysburg pictures and rate the Gettysburg photos that others have submitted.

Jan 8, Steampunk Clothing for Costume Fun

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 19:44:29 GMT

Are you familiar with the steampunk genre? Add some fun to your Gettysburg visit with steampunk clothing and gadgets.

Jan 4, Blue Soldier

Mon, 04 Jan 2010 18:40:49 GMT

We went on the Ghosts of Gettysburg tour. All that I can remember is that we got to the end of the tour, and we were standing across the street from

Dec 30, Map of Gettysburg, Major Routes in the Area on Gettysburg Maps

Wed, 30 Dec 2009 22:12:36 GMT

The best Gettysburg maps online! This handy map of Gettysburg will show you the major area routes, plus there's a close up view of the tiny roads in town.

Dec 26, What IS in the Farnsworth House

Sat, 26 Dec 2009 13:46:22 GMT

About three summers ago I got a short summer job at the Farnsworth House in Gettysburg. Hum, I can't say I had a particular job, (especially since

Dec 23, Gettysburg Battle History

Wed, 23 Dec 2009 20:05:39 GMT

Learn Gettysburg battle history, understand the battle of Gettysburg in 1863, Gettysburg address,, flags of the Civil War, historical maps, and more.

Dec 19, Civil War Activities, Free Civil War Games for All Ages

Sat, 19 Dec 2009 19:29:21 GMT

Looking for the best Civil War activities? Entertain and stimulate your mind with these free Civil War games for all ages.

Dec 18, Boyds Bears Gettysburg

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 16:42:47 GMT

Read about my visit to the Boyds Bears Gettysburg shop, the humungous teddy bear store full of Boyds teddy bears and figurines.

Dec 17, Fried Squash

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 18:00:34 GMT

This fried squash recipe is a summertime treat for us! We use fresh squash from our garden. It's been a family tradition since long before me.

Dec 17, Civil War Food Recipes

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 17:13:08 GMT

Share your favorite Civil War food recipes and read about the other dishes people are making.

Dec 11, Gettysburg Train Rides and Museums

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 16:15:34 GMT

All aboard the Gettysburg train! On your Gettysburg vacation, you can take scenic train rides or tour train museums and learn about the historic visit of President Abraham Lincoln.

Dec 4, Live Gettysburg Theater Events

Fri, 04 Dec 2009 20:51:10 GMT

Enjoy Gettysburg theater during your visit, from summer theater at Totem Pole Playhouse to special stars year round at the Majestic Theater in Gettysburg, PA.

Dec 4, The Farnsworth House

Fri, 04 Dec 2009 20:26:06 GMT

Restaurant Name: The Farnsworth House Restaurant Location: 401 baltimore street I Ordered: The game pie, along with the pumpkin fritters!

Dec 4, General Pickett's Buffet

Fri, 04 Dec 2009 20:25:05 GMT

Name: General Pickett's Buffet Location: 571 Steinwehr Ave., Gettysburg PA 17325 Ordered: Buffet Atmosphere: (no comment) Food Quality: Excellent

Dec 4, Old Eagle Grille

Fri, 04 Dec 2009 20:21:38 GMT

The Old Eagle Grille is located at 70 Presidential Circle, Gettysburg, PA 17325-8399. I had the General Cobb salad. It consisted of the field greens,

Dec 4, The Pub & Restaurant

Fri, 04 Dec 2009 20:20:35 GMT

The Pub & Restaurant are located at 20-22 Lincoln Square, Gettysburg PA. I ordered the Chef Salad and it was very delicious. The atmosphere is like a

Dec 4, The Farnsworth House

Fri, 04 Dec 2009 20:20:04 GMT

The Farnsworth House is located at 401 Baltimore Street, downtown Gettysburg. I ordered scallops with sauteed vegetables and baked sauerkraut as a

Nov 25, Civil War Womens Clothing: Civil War Dresses, Hair Jewelry, and the Snood

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 21:56:44 GMT

Best remembered as the hoop skirt era, Civil War womens clothing involved several layers of garments and Civil War dresses that seem strange to us now.

Nov 25, Reviews of Gettysburg Restaurants and Gettysburg Dining

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 21:47:46 GMT

Share your favorite Gettysburg restaurants and get ideas about other places to try with great Civil War food and unique atmospheres.

Nov 18, Civil War Food

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 22:25:49 GMT

Learn about the role of Civil War food and find the best places to eat in Gettysburg, PA.

Nov 13, Gettysburg Remembrance Day Parade

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 16:28:37 GMT

Gettysburg celebrates Remembrance Day and the delivery of the Gettysburg Address with a parade. This event has happened every year since 1863!

Nov 6, Civil War Recipes and Civil War Food

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 17:27:34 GMT

Try preparing some Civil War food with authentic Civil War recipes using ingredients from the Victorian era.

Oct 30, Gettysburg News

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 14:42:37 GMT

Catch up on the latest Gettysburg news and gossip for Zip Code 17325 and 17326, Gettysburg, PA.

Oct 27, Gettysburg Halloween Parade Tonight

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 18:51:28 GMT

The Gettysburg Halloween Parade will start marching at 7:30pm and follow the traditional route through town. Registration for participants starts at 6pm with parade formation at the Gettysburg Middle School Complex.

Oct 23, Gettysburg Ghost Tours

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 14:35:33 GMT

Taking the Gettysburg ghost tours allows you to get up close and personal with the Gettysburg ghosts and their Civil War stories.

Oct 16, Gettysburg Ghost Tour: Gettysburg Ghosts and Stories

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 19:21:36 GMT

Take a virtual Gettysburg ghost tour! Share your own experiences with Gettysburg ghosts and Civil War ghost stories. You can even share a photo.

Sep 25, Museum Day with Free Admission to the Davis Wills House This Saturday

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 13:53:24 GMT

The Smithsonian celebrates an annual Museum Day and encourages museums to offer free admission. The only participating location in Gettysburg that I'm aware of is the David Wills house. Print the coupon off the website for free admission!

Sep 17, Favorite Gettysburg Lodging Options

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 13:22:30 GMT

Here's my guide to the best Gettysburg lodging options: hotels, bed and breakfasts, campgrounds, or cabins. I'll share my favorites with you so you can plan a great Gettysburg vacation!