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Fantastic Fall Days in Gettysburg!
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Gettysburg is buzzing with activity! Visitors who want to avoid the heat of the summer and enormous crowds are flocking to Gettysburg for a last minute vacation or weekend get-a-way! The weather is gorgeous and there are few crowds when touring the battlefield or museums. The perfect destination for any couple or family!
The Gettysburg Gift Center will offer living history encampments most weekends in October. There will also be author appearances and special promotions in the store throughout the month. It's not too late to sign up for a complimentary, full-color catalog! They will be mailed out in late October - just in time to start your holiday shopping! Fill out the contact form at www.GettysburgMuseum.com to make sure you get your copy!
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Are You Spooked?
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 October in Gettysburg is always a spook-tacular time! Many people come to Gettysburg hoping to experience something paranormal and/or spiritual.
The Gettysburg Gift Center has exciting news for all you Ghost of Gettysburg fans! Mark Nesbitt's popular movies "Ghost of Gettysburg" and "More Ghost of Gettysburg" are now available on DVD! These two movies accompany his six volume book set "Ghost of Gettysburg". All are available for purchase by visiting our online store at www.GettysburgMuseum.com.
Want to hear a good ghost story? On October 31st,from 12 pm - 6 pm the gift center will host local author Tami Rasel. She will be signing copies of her newly released book "Spirits of Gettysburg: Tales of a Ghost Tour Guide". During her appearance she will be telling
stories from her book and talking with visitors about her experiences as a
ghost tour guide in Gettysburg. A great book to add to any ghost hunters collection!
If you're looking for ghost-related titles, the Gettysburg Gift Center has what you're looking for! Our online store has a new section under our "Themes" entitled "Ghosts". Books, DVD's, and even apparel - it's all there! Click here to shop! |
Meet the Author...Jim Hessler!
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 Licensed Battlefield Guide and author Jim Hessler will make a special appearance at the Gettysburg Gift Center on Sunday, October 11. Jim will be signing copies of his book "Sickles at Gettysburg" from 11 am - 2 pm. Copies of his work are available for purchase at the gift center. Visitors are encouraged to come and meet Jim and talk to him about his work. For more information about "Sickles at Gettysburg" or to place an order, visit our online store at GettysburgMuseum.com. Orders can be placed for personalized copies and shipped following Jim's appearance.
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Ready for Trick or Treat?
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 Searching for a unique Halloween costume? Need a costume for a school play or presentation? The Gettysburg Gift Center has what you're looking for! From Lincoln beards and hats to girls bonnets, we have the supplies you need to make your costume complete! Visit our online store for costumes and more!
Don't forget the accessories! Your soldiers will want guns, swords, haversacks, and more! To go along with the bonnets, we have fans, parasols, and gloves for the girls! If there is something you're looking for, but can't find it online, give us a call. We'll help you pull together the perfect costume.
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Remembrance Day - November 21-22
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 The annual Remembrance Day observance will take place November 21 & 22. The weekend will be full of special events, a parade, author appearances, living history presentations, promotions, specials and much more! We are still working on a finalized schedule, but here are some tentative events and times! Keep checking www.GettysburgMuseum.com for a complete list of events and appearances!
Schedule Of Events:
Thursday, November 19:
Friday, November 20:
Saturday, November 21:
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. - Civil War Heritage Foundation Living History Encampment
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. - Lucy Cadwallader, Victorian Hair Jeweler 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. - Andrew Chernak, sculptor 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. - Annual Nancy Wilkins Memorial Bake Sale, benefits local American Cancer Society. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. - Rebecca Marie Schmehl, Antique Jewelry Maker 1 p.m. - Annual Remembrance Day Parade. 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. - Jeff Shaara, author
Sunday, November 22:
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. - Civil War Heritage Foundation Living History Encampment
10 a.m. - Civil War Era Church Service, Chaplain Rene & Rommi Kinard10 a.m. - 1 p.m. - Jeff Shaara, author Books and artwork can be pre-ordered and held to be signed and personalized by the author or artist. Visit www.GettysburgMuseum.com to place your order, or call our order department at 1-800-887-7775.
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Jeff Shaara's Scheduled Appearance!
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 After much anticipation, Jeff Shaara has confirmed his dates and times for his November appearance at the Gettysburg Gift Center! He will be promoting his newest release, "No Less Than Victory", the third and final book in his World War II trilogy. Visitors are welcome to meet with Jeff and have copies of his work personalized. The Gettysburg Gift Center carries the complete collection of Jeff's books.
Jeff's Schedule is as follows:
- Thursday, November 19 - 2 pm - 4 pm
- Friday, November 20 - 2pm - 5 pm
- Saturday, November 21 - 2 pm - 5 pm
- Sunday, November 22 - 10 am - 1 pm
**Remembrance Day Special! Order Jeff's newest release "No Less Than Victory", or any hard-cover book by Jeff before November 22 & receive free shipping!
To place an order for Jeff Shaara book's, audio books, and related product, visit our online store at www.GettysburgMuseum.com!
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Lincoln Forum
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The Gettysburg Gift Center will once again be the official book seller for the Lincoln Forum Symposium scheduled for November 16 - 18. For all your Lincoln-related books, apparel, souvenirs and educational materials, visit us online at www.GettysburgMuseum.com! We have everything you're looking for and so much more!
For more information, or to inquire about a product contact us via email at info@gettysburgmuseum.com or call 717-334-6245. A courteous and knowledgeable sales associate is available to assist you from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. daily.
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What's Your Passion?
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 A common theme with most of our visitors is their passion for history, and more directly for Gettysburg. The Gettysburg Convention and Visitor's Bureau needs your help. The 2010 advertising campaign will use real people with real experiences and photos from Gettysburg! They want you to share your passion for Gettysburg, and the surrounding community. Why do you come to Gettysburg? What drives you to visit the battlegrounds or the town?
If you would like to submit a quote to be used by the Gettysburg Convention & Visitor's Bureau, please contact Stacey Fox at sfox@gettysburg.travel. If you provide a photo, please make sure it is a digital image. Also provide your name, city, and state. You may see your quote or pictures in future Gettysburg advertising!
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Mark Your Calendar!
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There are a number of events taking place at the American Civil War Museum and throughout the town of Gettysburg. Make sure you mark your calendar!
October 3 - 4 & 10 - 11 - National Apple Harvest Festival held in Arendtsville, PA, just a few miles outside of Gettysburg. Visit www.appleharvest.com for more information and a complete schedule of events.
October 8 - 11 - Gettysburg College will host "The Wall That Heals", a half-scale replica of the
Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C., Oct. 8 to 11. For more information, visit www.gettysburg.edu
October 10 & 11 - 7th South Carolina living history encampment at the American Civil War Museum. Visit www.GettysburgMuseum.com for more information.
October 24 & 25 - 7th South Carolina living history encampment at the American Civil War Museum. Visit www.GettysburgMuseum.com for more information.
October 24 & 25 - Autumn Civil War Collector & Gun Show. Visit Thomas Publications for more information!
October 31 - November 1 - 55th Virginia living history encampment at the American Civil War Museum. Visit www.GettysburgMuseum.com for more information.
November 21 - 22 - Annual Remembrance Day observance. Parade Saturday at 1:00 p.m.
November 21 - 22 - Civil War Heritage Foundation living history encampment at the American Civil War Museum. Visit www.GettysburgMuseum.com for more information.
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This is the best time of year to visit Gettysburg, cooler weather, special events, and fewer crowds - but the same great prices, museum, and service! What more can you ask for! www.GettysburgMuseum.com
Thank you!
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Stephanie Lightner
Public Relations
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