451 Baltimore St., Gettysburg
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**141st Anniversary of**
the Battle of Gettysburg
Special Events Guide
All events are FREE unless otherwise noted!
Rupp House hours July 1-4: 10 a.m.-10 p.m.
Thursday,
July 1
11 a.m.: “The Civil War Comes to Baltimore Street”
Join us for a neighborhood walking tour that takes a look at the
battle--from the civilians’ as well as the soldiers’
perspective! ($6 per person, proceeds benefit Friends of the National
Parks at Gettysburg’s preservation efforts)
12 p.m.: “Alfred Waud, Battlefield Sketch Artist”
Living historian John Rapp will speak about this popular artist
who captured battlefield scenes and had his work published in
Harper’s Weekly in the 19th Century.
1 p.m.: “Lincoln’s Speech”
Join Licensed Battlefield Guide Roy Frampton as he speaks about
President Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address, one of the most
famous speeches in American history.
1 p.m. “Civil War for Families”
Historian Cathy Charnley will host a program that children of
all ages will enjoy! Play a game of “Guess the Generals”!
Children--have your photo taken in a soldier’s uniform!
Taste some Civil War-era food!
4 p.m.: “Gettysburg—The First Day”
NPS Supervisory ranger/historian D. Scott Hartwig will take a
closer look at the first day’s fighting. Scott is one of
the most noted Civil War historians in the country; he has appeared
on the History Channel and has authored several articles and books.
5 p.m.: “The Other Maine troops at Gettysburg”
Popular NPS ranger/historian Eric Campbell will offer insight
into some of Maine’s soldiers who fought here at Gettysburg.
6 p.m.: Topic TBD
Historian/author Ed Bearrs is a nationally renowned expert on
the Civil War. Don’t miss your chance to meet him!
6-8 p.m.: Book signing, Q & A
Jeff Shaara, author of Gods and Generals, will be on-hand to sign
books and answer your questions. Don’t miss this rare opportunity
to meet one of the most famous novelists in the country!
7:30 p.m.: “The Civil War Comes to Baltimore Street”
Walking tour, see 11 a.m. listing. $6 per person
Friday,
July 2
10 a.m.-6 p.m.: Civil War Jewelry
Watch as Civil War-era jewelry is made by Jaime Hanson of Jaime’s
Timeless Treasures, and buy a souvenir to take home!
11 a.m.: “The Civil War Comes to Baltimore Street”
See listings under July 1. $6 per person
12 p.m.: “William B. Cushing”
Join NPS ranger/historian Karlton Smith as he takes talks about
this Civil War naval commander.
1 p.m.: “Winfield Scott Hancock”
Author/historian Perry Jamieson will discuss Hancock’s role
during the battle.
2 p.m.: “Command and Control Failure, Longstreet…”
Popular Licensed Battlefield Guide Wayne Wachsmuth will examine
command and control issues in the Confederate Army of Northern
Virginia during the Gettysburg Campaign.
3 p.m.: “Alfred Waud, Battlefield Sketch Artist”
Please see detailed listing under July 1.
5 p.m.: "George Washington Sandoe: First Casualty at Gettysburg"
Join author/historian
Deb MacCauslin as she talks about the first man to fall during
the Battle of Gettysburg.
5 p.m.: “75th Anniversary Reunion of the Battle
of Gettysburg”
Author/historian Bill Styple, who has produced a DVD about the
75th reunion and anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, will
share his insight into this “last great reunion” of
the soldiers who fought here.
6-8 p.m.: Book signing, Q & A
Jeff Shaara, author of Gods and Generals; see July 1 listing for
details.
7:30 p.m.: “The Civil War Comes to Baltimore Street”
Walking tour, see July 1 listings for details. $6 per person
7:30 p.m.: Civil War Music
The 77th New York Balladeers will entertain the whole family with
their period music!
8 p.m.: Topic TBD
NPS Ranger/historian Troy Harman, who has written a book about
the importance of Cemetery Hill at Gettysburg, will speak about
an important aspect of the battle.
Saturday,
July 3
10 a.m.-6 p.m.: Civil War Jewelry
Jaime’s Timeless Treasures (see details under July 2)
11 a.m.: “The Civil War Comes to Baltimore Street”
Walking tour, see details under July 1. $6 per person
12 p.m.: “Lincoln’s Speech”
Please see details under July 1.
1 p.m.: “When the Smoke Cleared”
Author/historian George Sheldon will talk about the aftermath
of Gettysburg.
2 p.m.: Book signing
Photographer Chris Heisey and author/historian Kent Gramm have
teamed up to produce a wonderful book--Don’t miss this rare
chance to have them sign a copy for you!
3 p.m.: "George Washington Sandoe: First Casualty at Gettysburg"
Join author/historian
Deb MacCauslin as she talks about the first man to fall during
the Battle of Gettysburg.
4 p.m.: “The Myth of Little Round Top”
Popular Licensed Battlefield Guide Garry Adelman has done extensive
research about Little Round Top, and he’ll be sharing some
of his expertise with us!
5 p.m.: Topic TBD
Author/historian Greg Coco will join us to discuss some aspect
of the battle or its aftermath, subjects he has studied and researched
extensively.
6-8 p.m.: Book signing, Q & A
Jeff Shaara, author of Gods and Generals; please see detailed
listing under July 1.
6:30 p.m.: Topic TBD
Author/historian John
Archer, who has written books about the Battle of Gettysburg's
Culp's Hill and East Cemetery Hill, will discuss some aspect of
the battle.
7:30 p.m.: “The Civil War Comes to Baltimore Street”
Walking tour, see details under July 1. $6 per person
Sunday,
July 4
10 a.m.-2 p.m.: Civil War Jewelry
Jaime’s Timeless Treasures, see listing under July 2
11 a.m.: “The Civil War Comes to Baltimore Street”
Walking tour, see details under July 1. $6 per person
12 p.m.: “Alfred Waud, Battlefield Sketch Artist”
Please see details under July 1.
2-3 p.m.: Book signing, Q & A
Jeff Shaara, author of Gods and Generals; please see detailed
listing under July 1.
4 p.m.: “Alfred Waud: Battlefield Sketch Artist”
Please see July 1 listing.
7:30 p.m.: “The Civil War Comes to Baltimore Street”
Walking tour, see July 1 listing. $6 per person