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    Gettysburg Diorama

    4.1 (21 reviews)
    Open 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    Missy P.

    This is an excellent spot for a nap. I have epilepsy and the diorama has a sort-of disco light show during Pickett's Charge. I mentioned it to the host and they were crazy accommodating and warned me when it would start and when it would be over. I closed my eyes during and the dulcet tones of the narrator lulled me into a little late-morning snooze. It was not unlike AP history and sleeping during class so, if that was your bag too, def recommend this! There's few things I like more than a gigantic, meticulous diorama, the civil war or weird mannequins so, I loved this- no snark. All of the employees were really really nice. The other guests weren't loud or obnoxious and the diorama is crazy big and really cool-looking. I LOVED how the town looked lit up at night, campfires blazing and candles glowing. I loved how much detail was put into the presentation. I loved how thoroughly each day of battle was explained and mapped out. The best part was the kindness and concern of the employees though, they didn't have to give a fiddle I have seizures. They did and it made my visit to the diorama so much more pleasant. THANKS!

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    Well worth the visit. Incredible diaorma and museum. Lots of memorabilia. Awesome display of the battlefield.

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    Gettysburg Museum and Visitor Center - Display at Gettysburg National Military Park Museum & Visitor Center

    Gettysburg Museum and Visitor Center

    4.5(81 reviews)
    0.8 mi

    We were blown away as we drove in the Gettysburg Museum and Visitor Center. It opened in April…read more2008, is meticulously clean and impeccably maintained. The building's thoughtful design really sets the tone for a meaningful visit. They've done an outstanding job sharing the layered stories of the Battle of Gettysburg--why it happened, how it unfolded, and its lasting impact on our nation. Their storytelling truly honors the sacrifices made, weaving history into every exhibit. Staff were exceptionally helpful and knowledgeable. The interactive displays were a highlight--my kids especially loved the miniature cannon where they could "pull the trigger," and the realistic cannon shells you could actually lift to feel their weight. Super engaging! And please, Don't skip the Cyclorama. This massive 360° painting weighs a staggering 8 tons--4 tons of canvas and 4 tons of paint--and it's presented so vividly you feel like you're standing there in the middle of the battlefield. In short, the Gettysburg Museum and Visitor Center delivers history with clarity, compassion, and creativity. A truly unforgettable visit -- 5 stars all the way!

    The short film and cyclorama are a great way to start your trip to Gettysburg to have a refresher…read moreon history and the grounds you are about to explore. Also, they are prepared to handle bus loads of people at a time - these guys are pros! Fun fact: Only 5% of people pass the Gettysburg battlefield guide test -- these guys know their stuff! We went in our own one time, and went back with a guide and it was a way better experience. Highly recommend going with a proper guide to really understand Gettysburg!

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    Battlefield Military Museum

    Battlefield Military Museum

    4.4(10 reviews)
    0.4 mi

    I came here a few years ago and it was a disappointing experience with almost nothing to look at…read more Recently someone affiliated with the museum sent me a nasty message and reported my review. Yelp disappointed me by removing my review despite me detailing my experience. It may have changed in the last 5 years, but the fact the business thinks it's okay to send rude messages about a years old review would make me discourage people from visiting and will report my findings from my personal expo as I see fit.

    My son and I were visiting Gettysburg and we happened to see this museum from the road because…read morethere is an authentic WW2 era tracked vehicle displayed in front. Admission is very inexpensive and this family-operated museum is incredibly impressive! Having had our share of Civil War history for two straight days, we chose to start with the lower level WW1 & WW2 exhibits. I was absolutely blown away by the volume of incredible artifacts the museum possesses! MacAuthur's pipes & aviators. Jimmy Stewart's uniform. World War 1 trench art made form spent artillery casings. A real "blue max", the exhibit is incredibly rich! The grandfather of the young man operating the museum these days collected as many WW2 artifacts as he could while growing up during/after the war, eventually serving in Korea himself, and opening this museum about 1963. After spending about 45-minutes on the lower level, we took in the Civil War exhibit on the top level. I was struck most by collection of Civil War reunion ribbons from the late 19th century. I hadn't seen these artifacts before. I would say this is a "must visit" destination for any serious military history buff. You will be impressed. Not your standard government-operated museum, but has an incredible and unique collection.

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