Photo Courtesy of Gettysburg CVB
From the Amish countryside to Civil War reenactments, the Lancaster/Hershey/Gettysburg area offers history groups a world of wonderful experiences. Known as “Pennsylvania Dutch Country,” your group will find themselves in awe with the history of the area, the beautiful countryside, the old-fashioned charm and the simple way of life. The Lancaster/Hershey/Gettysburg area is the perfect historical and fun destination for student history groups.
Our Historical Pennsylvania Tour has many options from which to choose including the following:
American Civil War Museum
This wax museum presents the entire story of the Civil War era and Battle of Gettysburg. See its causes, effects, heroes and heroines through an educational and inspiring experience appropriate for all ages. Photo Courtesy of Gettysburg CVB.
Amish Farm & House Countryside Tour
This tour travels along Lancaster County back country roads that twists among acres and acres of picture-perfect farmland. Photo Courtesy of www.discoverlancasterpa.com/TerryRoss.
Amish/Mennonite Village
Visitors to the quaint village of Bird-in-Hand will enjoy mingling with the Amish and Mennonite local residents while perusing the local items at farmers’ markets and shops. Photo Courtesy of www.discoverlancasterpa.com/CoyButler.
David Wills House
This new museum features Lincoln and the Gettysburg Address. The house provides a rich museum experience of visual displays, authentic and reproduction furnishings, short films, and audio programs. The museum looks at the effects of the Battle on the town, the aftermath of the Battle, David Wills, President Lincoln, and the Gettysburg Address. Photo Courtesy of Gettysburg CVB.
Eisenhower National Historic Site
The home and farm of President Dwight D. Eisenhower which served as a weekend retreat and a meeting place for world leaders. Tour the home, enjoy a self-guided walk around the farm, or join a ranger for an exploration of 1950s Secret Service operations. The only home Ike & Mamie Eisenhower ever owned, presented today much as it was when they hosted foreign dignitaries on the farm. Photo Courtesy of Gettysburg CVB.
Gettysburg Battlefield Tour
Your group will have a licensed Battlefield Guide on your tour of the Battlefield to learn why this Battle was fought in Gettysburg and what happened during the three days of fighting. Photo Courtesy of Gettysburg CVB.
Gettysburg Diorama
The largest miniature military diorama in the U.S. describes the three day battle with a sound and light show and orientation to the Battle and the Battlefield. Photo Courtesy of Gettysburg CVB.
Gettysburg National Military Park “New” Museum & Visitor Center
The featured film “A New Birth of Freedom” will orient you to the Battle of Gettysburg and the American Civil War. Also see the restored “Battle of Gettysburg” Cyclorama painting – the largest painting in the country. Next take your group through the Gettysburg Museum of the American Civil War, where the story of the Battle and the war is told through 12 galleries and includes artifacts, interactive exhibits and additional films, providing visitors with a distinctive perspective of the Civil War through the words of its participants and spectators, including Presidents Lincoln and Davis, Generals Meade and Lee, soldiers, correspondents and civilians. Photo Courtesy of Gettysburg CVB.
President James Buchanan’s Wheatland House
The home of President James Buchanan for 20 years, the Wheatland mansion has been beautifully restored and opened to the public for tours that provide a glimpse into the president’s life, memorabilia and artifacts. Photo Courtesy of www.discoverlancasterpa.com.
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The team at Kaleidoscope Adventures can customize a complete historical Lancaster/Hershey/Gettysburg travel package catered to your needs and curriculum. We will assist you with hotel accommodations, transportation, attraction tickets, meals, sightseeing, shopping, and special events plus more.