Gettysburg National Museum, Civil War museum in Gettysburg, United States.
The Gettysburg National Museum displays over 22,000 square feet of Civil War artifacts, including weapons, uniforms, and personal items from soldiers who fought in the battle.
Founded in 1921, the museum preserves the legacy of the Battle of Gettysburg through exhibits documenting one of the largest military conflicts in North American history.
The museum features a 377-foot Cyclorama painting by French artist Paul Philippoteaux, depicting the decisive moment of Pickett's Charge during the battle.
The museum offers guided tours with Licensed Battlefield Guides, multimedia presentations, and operates a research center with genealogy tools for ancestry exploration.
Morgan Freeman narrates 'A New Birth of Freedom,' a film presentation shown every 15 to 30 minutes that explains the historical context of the Battle of Gettysburg.
Location: Gettysburg
Inception: 1921
GPS coordinates: 39.81772,-77.23303
Latest update: March 20, 2025 11:31
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