Wonderful museum, wonderful orations of Thaddeus Steven's and his legacy. Worth the trip, the…read moreindividual acting as Thaddeus did an impeccable job and was a highlight for the day.

For my money, this is the best museum in Gettysburg (with the exception of the NPS sites). Ross is…read moreextremely knowledgeable and friendly. This museum is focused on the life and legacy of Thaddeus Stevens and is a must-see stop for anyone interested in the passage of the 13th and 14th amendments, as well as post-war reconstruction. This was my favorite museum in town!

Awesome museum, with a great movie beforehand. Had an amazing display of artifacts throughout!read more

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!

Erin, our tour guide was very pleasant and patient (we had kids with inquiring minds in our group)…read more The tour was about 45 mins long, very informative and obviously not rushed as this was a small house. The museum store seemed to have been the cheapest too! Definitely buy your magenta here and not the national museum (double the price!) Went on a Sunday and last tour of the day was at 3:15. Take all the pics but no videos, all good!

6/19/2026. We went on this tour as part of our "value" pack of tours. It was recommended to me by…read moremy son in law. Jennie Wade was the only civilian killed in the battle. I won't ruin the story of how in case you opt to go on the tour. The beginning of the tour made me feel very unwelcome like I was being scolded like a young child. I understand that there are rules but the way she discussed the rules made me afraid to breathe the wrong way. Her demeanor kicked the tour off to a lousy start. "Don't touch anything and I'll be watching"- like really?? Then our guide made a big deal that she would refuse to answer any questions on ghosts or if the house was haunted. (Yeah of course because they want to sell you the Jennie Wade ghost tour). I thought that was ridiculous. There were other "rules" too. The home was in good condition. The gift store was nice and I liked the tour and the history. I felt like the tour guide was rushing and speaking too fast. I was disappointed because most of the stuff in the house was not original such as the wallpaper, or the artifacts. Supposedly they are antiques but weren't owned by The Wades. Teetering on 2-3 Stars

Quaint store run by a very nice couple. My family and I were walking around When we walked in and…read moreall purchased warm glow candles. They smell fantastic! They even handwrite their receipts! A nice local place to visit!

Adorable shop with the sweetest owners. Worth a stop if you are looking for a unique, quaint home…read moregood or gift!

AWESOME! We have been there about 4 times. Cannot miss this museum. We learn new interesting things…read morein history everytime. The owner, Eric is working so hard to teach the history of these artifacts and thank God he is good at collecting, preserving and takes care of this history. Eric is happy to share his knowledge on American Artifacts with the History Traveler on You Tube. I have not one complaint about this museum. We can't leave it when we are there. It is free so we always leave a donation. Our children need this museum. God Bless you Eric. See you in July!

This place is not for people who only want to learn about Gettysburg history, or only look at…read morebattle relics. If this is what you're looking for, go to the Battlefield Museum. It is for people who love all aspects of history. The collection of rare artifacts from Gettysburg, WWI,WWII, JFK are world class. I was blown away by the quality and amount of it. The tea set from Berghof, The Winter's Collection, Mehan's personal items, The JFK refused/canceled check, the photos in Dealy Square. I could go on forever.... the complaints here seem foolish. It would be like going to the Smithsonian seeing all the items on display there and complaining that you missed Madonna's famous bra.

This is the sort of shop that is all too rare today but entering it I'm reminded of what I would…read morevisit with my dad as a small boy. The walls and shelves are stocked with all sorts of toy soldiers. Yes, there are many expensive, exquisitely painted figures from various periods but there are also many different HO scale soldiers in boxes and even fairly inexpensive toys small children can enjoy. Yes, these days you can find most of these online but there's something visceral about looking along shelves to see what you like the look of. So if you're looking for toy soldiers to collect, paint, or play with, this is the place to look. It is for everyone? of course not but if you have an interest in or want to look at the various types of toy soldiers out there, this is the place to stop off.

Comics World is located in the Lincoln Way East Shopping Center near AAA. Do not let the size of…read morethe storefront fool you, they have a lot to offer. Excellent selection of new pull comics, which at some shops these days is hard to find. Back of the store is mostly comprised of longboxes on tables, with a large selection. Better longboxes are on the tables with some budget longboxes located on the floor. The good selection of toys and collectables just makes Comics World even more well-rounded. This might be the best kept secret in the southern Pennsylvania comic book shop scene and I would absolutely return here.

they have great items, prices are about the same as everywhere else. They could be better with…read morecustomer service but they're the only book store in town so...

My husband and I had a wonderful experience at the Ritchie Boy Museum this Spring. Katy, the…read moredirector (as of last Fall) has done a great job with visuals and displays. We were fascinated by learning so much about how brave and bright the Ritchie Boys were and what their 8 weeks of training involved. I am the daughter of a Ritchie Boy and can't learn enough about my Dad. Our new friends brought us...he is the son of a Ritchie Boy and very involved with helping families learn more about their dads. These young Jewish German men came to the US on their own to escape persecution and joined the Army. The best and the brightest were trained at Camp Ritchie and sent back to defeat Hitler knowing that most of their family was killed by the Nazis. They successfully gathered 60% of the intelligence which helped us win the war. I continue to find more papers from Dad's treasures which Katy is gladly receiving to grow the collection. Most of us never learned from our dads how brave they were and the atrocities they experienced. The Ritchie Boy Museum recreates what life was like during that time.

We had a delightful and enriching time, looking at the artifacts and reading the moving stories of…read morethe American military that received their advanced training at what was then called Camp Richie during WWII. The museum director happened to be on site and helped my husband look up information about his Uncle Larry, who was trained at Camp Richie and deployed to England. Richie Boys, as they were known, contributed significantly to intelligence gathering during the war and debriefing of Axis members afterward. This is a spiffy, small and professional collection wonderfully well displayed. After visiting the museum, the rest of Fort Richie is worth exploring; the old classrooms and training buildings now host a cafe, an ice cream parlor, and soon, a taproom. Bring a kayak for the lake, or picnic under the trees. Such a cool discovery.