I have driven by the farm many times, alwys when closing. This time I found time to stop. I…read moreexpected to spend an hour or so, and ended up spending a whole afternoon!! The gem here are the rangers. I saw two talks, both of which I was completely enthralled with the history and the lessons. I loved being able to see Ike's book collection. Seeing a book collection tells you a lot about a person. Also the discussion on diplomacy was enlightening and so enjoyable. I did do the home tour. I was inspired by Mrs. Eisenhower, but also the partnership they had as a couple, let me with #relationshipgoals to bring home. The landscape is also just gorgeous! Stop. Learn. Enjoy!

The Eisenhower Home was such an interesting and memorable tour. As grand as President Eisenhower's…read morelife and presidency were, it was fascinating to learn that this peaceful hobby farm was where he chose to retire. You really can learn a lot about someone by seeing the place they chose to call home. Getting there is part of the adventure--you enter via a long, single-lane gravel road. It's so long you might wonder if you've made a wrong turn! Thankfully, GPS got us there without trouble. When you arrive, there's one long row of parking spaces. Head straight to the ticket area for your house tour pass, as they do seem to run out early. While you wait for your tour time, you can explore the expansive outdoor areas. Our favorites were: 1. Eisenhower's vehicles, including the limo that shuttled him to and from Washington, D.C., every weekend. 2. The Secret Service room with the small safe that once held the nuclear codes. 3. The putting green, where we enjoyed a little golf while taking in the gorgeous countryside views. 4. The greenhouse and patio, where we imagined the President and Mamie spending peaceful afternoons. We were lucky to get tickets for the 11 a.m. tour, which began with a 10-20 minute ranger talk about how the Eisenhowers chose this home and some of the people who lived and visited here. Tip: arrive a little early--the ranger shared some great informal stories before the official tour began right at 11 a.m. Inside, the ranger spent about 5 minutes pointing out key details, then let us explore at our own pace with a pamphlet to guide us. Indoor highlights included: 1. The portraits of President Eisenhower, Mamie, and their son John. 2. The TV in the informal living room--such a relatable touch for a world leader. 3. The special staircase wallpaper Mamie ordered, featuring the seals of all 50 states. 4. Mamie's very pink bedroom and bathroom. Between the history, the personal touches, and the beautiful setting, this is an absolute must-visit in Gettysburg.

PROS: the property is well maintained and the garden is plentiful. There's reenactments here while…read moreinside is refurbished. They also have a parking lot next to the house CONS: there's little to no furniture or relics of Lee in this house making it just a house to show OVERALL: if you're looking for a museum style facility for Lee, this is not it. However, it is good for building enthusiasts

In Gettysburg for the 160th Anniversary at Daniel Lady Farms as a reenactor and opted to see the…read morenational park soon after. Exceptional restoration of what was truly had become a commercial enterprise. It's growing slowly, and I am looking forward to seeing furniture added to this historic landmark. Also hopeful that they plan some events where reenactment encampments are stood up to bring up the living history experience for the visiting public!

I love history so this place was amazing and beautiful! Went on a Sunday, in October and the…read moreweather was a perfect 65 degrees. They had reenactments, which just brought it to life. They did a great job. The statue's and monuments are breathtaking. I seen alot of runners and bikers here on the trail, horseback riding and carriages, you can also rent these cute little cars and ride these around. I took a picture of one.. I would come back here all the time, its beautiful.

These people do wonderful work. The operations here at the park are phenomenal. I visited, for the…read morefirst time, this past Saturday. Ford had coincidentally sponsored a special family free day. The entire operation is impressive and well run and executed.

I really like this place was driving so not many pictures but was awesome see and learn the history…read moreof here and the battle grounds. I will be come back see and read more about the battle fields soon.

While touring the battlefield at one point, I had the experience of walking Big Round Top. Parking…read moreis available at the bottom of the hill. To start: Big Round Top is less developed then Little Round Top and much more rugged. From my experience, is the Big Round Top walk hard? No, but fluids and proper footwear should be considered. I am a larger man and not knowing this information, the walk was a challenge requiring numerous rest breaks. The path up Big Round Top's condition is questionable at best. Sometimes it's paved, sometimes its stone/rock, and sometimes it's in-between or next to nothing. Several less visited monuments are up the hill, which are nice to visit. The top is a nice place for a break as its lovely and you've completed the challenge of the walk. If you are in good shape, this can be a great experience for someone who has seen the common parts of the battlefield and wants to do something different. For some this walk will be too much of a challenge and/or risk, and should be avoided. Plan wisely. This is one of the areas of the battlefield that could use some rehab as of my last visit, and I hope the park service will look into it.

Took my son to this farm to see the reenactments. We did not do the bleacher upgrade. We were about…read more200 yards away from the action, we saw and heard nothing. The bleachers take up the entire viewing area. I am handicapped, have a license plate and everything. We were blocked by some overzealous road guards from getting to the handicap parking spots. You can do everything here in about 5 minutes. We met one nice lady who showed my son some civil war weapons and spoke about them. We left early the first day because it was 100 degrees and we couldn't see anything as far as the scheduled reenactments. Came back on Sunday and the people at the entry acted like the 4th reich, entry denied. My non recommendation, save your money- go to the free battle sites, the cemetery, and other free stuff. The Daniel Lady Farm was not worth it.

I've been coming here for the reenactment every year since she took over. I've always been very…read moreimpressed. While the grounds appear to be smaller than the previous location they do good with what ground they have. They have several speakers in tents that portray civil war generals. They do a good job of describing their role in the battle as well as their personal biographies. They also have sharpshooter and artillery demonstrations as well as several battles. The battlefield tends to fill up quickly so come early for a good viewing spot. I only wish they would have more battles.

Unity Park, a lovely little park, the brainchild of Andrew Adams when pursuing his Eagle Scout…read moremerit badge is not only a beautiful little park, but meaningful and educational as well. As almost a fifth of those who served in the Union and Confederate armies were under 18 years of age, it honors those young people who served as well as those musicians, most of whom were mere children that served. It's a really small park and a relatively new park having only been dedicated as such on July, 2015

I'd likely not have found Unity Park if not for the ice cream spot across the way, but I'm glad…read morethat I did and was able to pay tribute to the very young men who fought in the Civil War (or the War of Northern Aggression, depending on your persuasion). Especially so here in Gettysburg with the massive and horrific battle that took place across town. The caption reads that it is "A memorial to American musicians and the many young people from both the North and the South who sacrificed and endured so much for our country. May their devotion and service inspire and influence future generations of Americans toward unity and peace." Much of the park equally symbolizes both the North and the South, such as the statue being sculpted and cast in Pennsylvania and the pedestal being mined from a quarry in Georgia and crafted in the South. The seats are also fabricated from both North and South sources.

1938 Gettysburg Battlefield monument [Gettysburg PA]…read more The Eternal Light Peace Memorial is located northwest of Gettysburg on Oak Hill. This is our second visit to this monument. Veterans of the Union and Confederate armies from across the nation came together 75 years after the battle for their last great reunion... all of them at least in their nineties, many were over one hundred. The memorial was dedicated by President Franklin D. Roosevelt during the observance of the 75th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, July 3, 1938. "All of them we honor, not asking under which Flag they fought then -- thankful that they stand together under one Flag now." ~ President Franklin D. Roosevelt The monument is a tall square pillar rising from the center of a stone platform and is topped by a bronze urn for an eternal flame. During the Battle of Gettysburg, soldiers used trenches, stone walls, and fences as barriers and obstacle. There are trenches as well as Confederate artillery exhibits that can be seen around the memorial. The interpretive signs nearby are educational reads. Review #3659

My friends and I experienced the English High Tea Express and had a wonderful time! This event…read moresells out fast! We took a lovely train ride in a historic railcar from New Freedom to Glen Rock which is about a half hour. The conductor pointed out notable sites along the way. We then enjoyed a fabulous high tea at Table 1837 Glen Rock Mill Inn. There was so much to eat that we left with a doggie bag. There were only 3 choices of tea but the salted caramel was delicious. They had 4 finger sandwiches, 2 scones and fruit. We also received a grilled chicken salad as an entree accompanied by a glass of wine (there were 3 choices of wine. Originally we were offered mimosa but then they ran out of orange juice). For dessert, we had Pots du Crème. We boarded the train and headed back to New Freedom. I'd definitely recommend and intend on doing another event in the future.

We headed to Northern Central Railway for their special event The Great Northern Central Train Raid…read moreand had a blast! Plenty of free parking right outside the gift shop/museum (handicapped parking, too). We browsed the gift shop first--lots of train-lover trinkets, and of course, Adventure Buddy snagged a couple of those irresistible 3D wooden train models. I was over the moon when check-in handed us oversized souvenir tickets--complete with our traincar and seats punched out. Such a fun keepsake! The small museum next door took maybe 15 minutes but was nicely done and staffed by a friendly volunteer. After a quick pit stop, we boarded the D. Reed Anderson car. The open windows made for a breezy ride past pretty scenery--green trees, a creek, even small towns like Glen Rock where folks waved from porches. Actors in full Civil War character moved through the cars during the ride, building the story of Union vs. Confederate soldiers battling over rumored gold. At times it was hard to hear or follow the storyline depending on where you sat, but the big skirmish at the park--cannon blasts, musket fire, and all--was definitely the highlight. Tickets were $31.99 and worth it for a few hours of history-meets-theater-meets-train ride fun. This is a great daytrip for adults (grab lunch before and ice cream after nearby). Kids would love the trains, but younger ones may struggle with the length of this particular event. We'll definitely be back in the fall for one of their seasonal rides!