Shriver House Museum

309 Baltimore St, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania 17325 USA

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Opens Sat 12p

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“You know the battle, but do you know the families?”

Travel back in time with a guide in period attire as you walk through the Shrivers’ meticulously restored 1860 home to learn the other side of the story - the civilian side of the Battle of Gettysburg. Connect to the past while you listen to the story of George, Hettie, Sadie (7) and Mollie (5) unfold as you move from room to room to appreciate what life was like before, during, and after the Civil War.

Reviewed by
Thomas K.

November 04, 2022

We visited here after seeing a YouTube video that is called "the history underground" which the host was visiting Gettysburg during his series. I highly recommend it as you will learn about some... Read more

Reviewed by
Theresa R.

March 18, 2023

Most guides are very interesting and have a lot of history to offer. Some give just enough to keep you guessing for more. It's a great experience. Read more

Reviewed by
Snowpuff H.

October 08, 2022

I stopped by here on a whim as it was a museum in town I hadn't been to before, or even heard of. I'm glad I did. My group's guide, whose name I didn't catch, was a former teacher and it showed... Read more

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