Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Michaux State Forest

"Meticulously restored to its 1860s appearance, visitors today are able to visualize what life was like back in mid-1800, south-central Pennsylvania and gain a better understanding of how the battle affected the 2400 citizens who called Gettysburg "home." The home of George and Hettie Shriver tells the story of what life was like for everyday citizens of our historic town during a time of great conflict and unrest."

"A post shared by MidAtlanticDayTrips.com (@midatlanticdaytrips) on Oct 26, 2018 at 12:18pm PDT. The Shiver house museum is dedicated to the experiences of the civilians during the battle of Gettysburg. When you visit here, you’ll learn about the intriguing story of the Shriver family and what happened to them during the battle of Gettysburg."

"Guided tour of Shriver family’s home and business: Shriver’s Saloon & Ten-Pin Alley. One of the wealthiest families in town, their home was occupied by Confederate sharpshooters; two soldiers killed in the house. Live civil war bullets discovered during 1996 restoration."

"A cemetery as an attraction might sound a little bit weird but it is possible in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania!. This beautiful cemetery is a tribute to those who sacrificed their lives during the American civil war. The tour in this cemetery is really a great opportunity to pay respect to the thousands of soldiers who died in the war."

"In July 1863, the American Civil War came to Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Four months later, President Abraham Lincoln followed to honor the fallen. The Wills House is where he stayed during that historic visit."

"A tour at the David Wills House won’t take you so much time. It only requires 30 minutes to enjoy the place. It has a lot of artifacts and educational videos that you can watch."

"In 2008 the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center moved to a $103 million facility, which makes for an excellent…"

"A yearly tradition, this year join us for the Gettysburg Civil War Battle Reenactment, the single largest and one of the most pivotal military engagements ever fought on American soil. The event takes place in July and coincides with the Battle of Gettysburg. This is an all-day, family event where dusty old history books will come alive."

"Meticulously restored to its 1860s appearance, visitors today are able to visualize what life was like back in mid-1800, south-central Pennsylvania and gain a better understanding of how the battle affected the 2400 citizens who called Gettysburg "home." The home of George and Hettie Shriver tells the story of what life was like for everyday citizens of our historic town during a time of great conflict and unrest."

"A post shared by MidAtlanticDayTrips.com (@midatlanticdaytrips) on Oct 26, 2018 at 12:18pm PDT. The Shiver house museum is dedicated to the experiences of the civilians during the battle of Gettysburg. When you visit here, you’ll learn about the intriguing story of the Shriver family and what happened to them during the battle of Gettysburg."

"Guided tour of Shriver family’s home and business: Shriver’s Saloon & Ten-Pin Alley. One of the wealthiest families in town, their home was occupied by Confederate sharpshooters; two soldiers killed in the house. Live civil war bullets discovered during 1996 restoration."

"A cemetery as an attraction might sound a little bit weird but it is possible in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania!. This beautiful cemetery is a tribute to those who sacrificed their lives during the American civil war. The tour in this cemetery is really a great opportunity to pay respect to the thousands of soldiers who died in the war."

"Here you’ll find an incredible selection of house-roasted coffee, tea and hot chocolate drinks that definitely won’t disappoint. Through its sister company, Ragged Edge Roasting Company, the coffee house is able to offer high-quality, single-origin coffee that is about as fresh as it gets. Whether you want to start off your morning with a hot or cold brew, Ragged Edge has you covered."

"Excellent coffee shop and place to socialize relax and serves great sandwiches and or deserts. Lots of locals while family owned that are so sweet and f..."

"1 Lincoln Sq, Gettysburg, PA 17325-2205American, BarBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Late Night, DrinksTakeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service+1 717-338-5455http://onelincoln.net/"

"In the heart of downtown Gettysburg, One Lincoln is the “casual comfort” restaurant within the stately Gettysburg Hotel. The restaurant focuses on elevating familiar dishes with a contemporary twist. The crab stuffed scallop with shrimp hash was shellfish goodness at its absolute best."

"20-22 Lincoln Sq, Gettysburg, PA 17325-2205American, Bar, PubLunch, Dinner, DrinksTakeout, Outdoor Seating, Private Dining, Seating, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service+1 717-334-7100http://www.the-pub.com/"

"You often have to put in some time waiting at the door to this incredibly popular spot, but it’s worth it. If you can grab a seat in the bar, go for it. Completely rebuilt from the ground up after a fire close to 20 years ago, The Pub is nearly an exact replica of what was there before."