Adams County Historical Society at Gettysburg

Don't miss this rare opportunity to help save Gettysburg & Adams County history! Millions of incredible historic items are in need of a proper home. Join our campaign here: www.achs-pa.org/campaign

Chester Spence, Gettysburg police officer. He is shown here in his uniform. Help us preserve historic images like this one: https://www.achs-pa.org/campaign #AHomeForYourHistory #DiscoverYourStory

We're live with ACHS Historian Tim Smith for a special preview of the new ACHS Exhibit Gallery. Tonight's topic - the prehistoric era! Learn more about dinosaurs, meteorites, and famous Gettysburg rock formations in this week's kick-off of our "300 Years of History" series.

Tune in to our Facebook page at 7 PM for our weekly program. This week's topic is 'Dinosaurs, Meteorites, and Rock Formations: Prehistoric Adams County'. Pictured here is a fossilized dinosaur footprint unearthed at Trostle's Quarry near York Springs in 1937. Always be the first to know about what’s going on at ACHS. Sign up for our newsletter today!... https://www.achs-pa.org/news-events/mailing-list.html #AdamsCountyHistory #DiscoverYourStory

From today's Gettysburg Times: "In recent weeks your coverage of the Adams County Historical Society’s capital campaign to build A Home for your History has been a superb example of making the public aware of the value of history and how we each may, and should help. The planned site and buildings will present all of us with opportunities that have never been available to us to see, to learn, even in some cases to touch a piece of our own personal history. There are Soci...ety members all over the country with roots here in Adams County. Whether local or distant, whether a native in the county or a new resident, this campaign is something we can all relate to and with which we should be proud to have our names associated. Regardless of how many other organizations one belongs to, the Adams County Historical Society is the one that represents all of us. Don’t be left out! Let’s pitch in and be able to applaud when the ground is broken for this needed new home for our history!" -Barbara J. Finfrock, ACHS Capital Campaign Committee Learn more here: www.achs-pa.org/campaign

Have you ever seen the dinosaur footprints on the Gettysburg Battlefield? Join us TONIGHT to learn more about fascinating prehistoric artifacts in our collection and the stories behind them. Sign up here:

Our collection of photographs extends beyond the county boarders. Take this photograph of the square at Emmitsburg, MD, decorated for the Centennial in 1876. Note the carriage with roll-up sides and a little girl by the tree on left. Learn more about our exciting capital campaign here: https://www.achs-pa.org/campaign #AHomeForYourHistory #DiscoverYourStory

COVID-19 Update Dear Friends, Due to COVID-19, ACHS is currently closed to the public for all in-person research and visitation. We will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates. ... Please stay safe and healthy as we work to provide new virtual experiences for you!

Join Licensed Battlefield Guide Jasan Hileman for a comprehensive look at the Moses McClean farm within the Gettysburg National Military Park. Situated along the Mummasburg Road just north of town, the farm location becomes a collision point of contending armies on July 1. Like many of the ‘battlefield farms’, it’s history before and after the battle are largely forgotten. Journey back in time as Jasan reviews the story of the family living on the farm and how they coped with... hundreds of troops and horses tramping through their crops, occupying their buildings, and taking their possessions. Through careful research of tax records, property deeds, and damage claims he brings their story alive. Jasan Hileman resides in nearby Greencastle, PA with his wife Denise and three children. In addition to his commitment as a Licensed Battlefield Guide, Jasan works full time for First Energy’s Potomac Edison Company in Maryland. He has been studying Civil War history since 1991 and became a Licensed Battlefield Guide for the Gettysburg National Military Park in 2016.

Photograph of Oak Hill from the observatory, c. 1890-1910. The Mummasburg Road cuts through the view from middle left to bottom right. Notice the top of the 90th PA infantry monument along bottom edge of view. The Tipton & Company Photography darkroom wagon is visible at bottom left of the view. Want to learn more about Tipton and his photography of the Gettysburg Battlefield? Pick up a copy of 'Gettysburg's Battlefield Photographer: William H. Tipton' by author and historia...n Timothy Smith. This title is currently in stock and ready to be shipped from our online store! FREE SHIPPING! https://www.achs-pa.org/giftshop/books/ #AdamsCountyHistory #DiscoverYourStory

The Gettysburg Baseball Team, date unkown. Edward S. Plank (Eddie) appears in the center of the back row. We will be making a MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENT about the future of ACHS on December 16th. You won’t want to miss out on what we have planned, so sign up for our newsletter today! https://www.achs-pa.org/news-events/mailing-list.html... #AdamsCountyHistory #DiscoverYourStory

Join us for a live question & answer session with ACHS Historian Tim Smith and Executive Director Andrew Dalton. We'll talk about all things research and Gettysburg! To support our program series, please consider a gift to ACHS through today's Adams County Giving Spree! You can help ACHS access matching funds by making a secure gift here (today only!!): https://www.adamscountycf.org/for-donors/donate-now/

GIVING SPREE TODAY! Support ACHS today and help preserve the incredible history of Adams County by making a gift through the Adams County Community Foundation’s Giving Spree. This is our biggest fundraiser of the year and will help position ACHS for the future. We have exciting plans in the works that will be announced on December 16th. Donations can be made securely until midnight here: https://www.adamscountycf.org/for-donors/donate-now/... Enjoy this c. 1938 areal photograph of Gettysburg. The Harrisburg Road, Benner Farm, Rock Creek, Alms House, and Barlow Knoll can be seen in the top center of the view. #DiscoverYourStory #AdamsCountyHistory

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Take a break from election coverage by reading this weeks #15SouthBlog. It showcases part 3 of Elsie Singmaster's 'The Eye of God' short story. We hope you enjoy! https://www.achs-pa.org//elsie-singmaster-the-eye-of-god-p #DiscoverYourStory #AdamsCountyHistory