Located in the heart of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, the Seminary Ridge Museum and Education Center offers a unique and interactive experience dedicated to the Battle of Gettysburg. With its historical exhibits, informative tours, and captivating cupola views, the museum provides visitors with a deeper understanding of this pivotal moment in American history. Opened from Thursday to Sunday, the museum is a popular destination for both locals and tourists, offering a fascinating look into the Civil War era. With its commitment to education and preservation, the Seminary Ridge Museum and Education Center continues to be a valuable resource for those interested in learning about the events and individuals that shaped this significant period in their nation's past.
Reviews
A well put together museum. We took a tour of the cupola and our guide was very informative, we would recommend including the tour as part of your visit.
If you are into history, this is the place for you. Four floors of artifacts to view. Oh and don't miss the cupula tour... well worth the money
Hey this place was awesome. Skip the NATIONAL PARK presentation. This is a great interpretation for the new or experienced visitor. Great job museum staff, well done. …
I admit, I didn't know anything about the history of this school and the significance of this location, particularly this building.
Also, if you are doing the auto tour that the NPS offers, it starts at the nearby Reynolds field (visible from the cupola), so it was the perfect place to start. You just need to go a minute up the road for the first stop, plus you get the whole history of the significance of the location since the battle started right there.
I bought a ticket for the cupola tour and museum ahead of time online (I think it was $32). It was absolutely worth it. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable, the grounds are beautifully kept, the bathroom is really clean, and the tour and museum are amazing.
The cupola tour lets you go up in the attic, where you can see the original construction and wood workmanship. Fascinating. I have a fear of heights and vertigo, but the cupola itself wasn't bad. There is a staircase and railing to the top, a wide basically double outer railing and plenty of space. And the views are amazing!! Our guide, Mary, was like a walking encyclopedia. She also clearly loves her job.
The entire building is a museum. Each of the 3 floors of exhibits has a theme, and the exhibits are well done. I particularly enjoyed the floor about medicine and death during the Civil War.
We were lucky to be the only people on our tour up to the cupola. Our guide was knowledgeable and professional. The views are stunning!
We did the cupola tour. I would recommend it for the additional fee. We went off season during the week so it was just the two of us on the tour and the guide was very versed in the history of the area and the battle. The rest of the museum was very educational also. You went at your own pace
My gf and I stopped through the property during the auto tour of gettysburg and decided given the weather at that time we'd stop the tour and explore the museum. It was a very interesting experience and a glimpse into our country's past and …
We had the opportunity to participate in the escape room here called "Escape from Seminary Ridge". Getting the tickets were extremely easy and we did the room at night. We parked in the parking lot, but had to go all the way around the …
It is a wonderful place to work. We educate people to be priest and deacons. We also have a museum of historical information about the Seminary and the Civil Wall. It is definitely worth the trip.
Incredible museum with multiple floors to explore. The cupola tour is something you have to add to your tour! Beautiful view and amazing visual of the battle.
Location
61 Seminary Ridge, Gettysburg, PA 17325, United States
Hours
- Monday Close
- Tuesday Close
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Wednesday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
- Thursday Close
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Friday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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Saturday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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Sunday
09:00 AM - 01:00 PM
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