Gettysburg’s 10th annual Pride festival scheduled

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Gettysburg Pride, Inc. will present Pride 250: A New Birth of Freedom, the 10th annual Gettysburg Pride festival, from May 29 through 31, 2026. Recognized as an official component of America 250 Pennsylvania, the event will bring together national voices, local community leaders, musicians, performers, and families for a three-day celebration at the site of

Gettysburg Brass Band Festival scheduled

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In 1875, George F. Patton published A Practical Guide to the Arrangement of Band Music that includes this thought: “When we see a town with flourishing enterprises, such as newspapers, schools, libraries, picture galleries, literary and scientific societies, concert halls, theaters, and brass bands, we need not be told that it is the dwelling place

Gettysburg Borough unveils 13 original colony flags in Lincoln Square for America250 celebration

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Gettysburg Borough has unveiled a special installation of the 13 original colony flags in Lincoln Square as part of the community’s ongoing commemoration of America250. The display features flags representing the original thirteen colonies — Delaware, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Georgia, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maryland, South Carolina, New Hampshire, Virginia, New York, North Carolina, and Rhode Island

Upper Adams Unites to Celebrate America’s 250th

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2026 marks the 250th anniversary of America! Various states and countries across the nation are celebrating this milestone birthday. Residents across Upper Adams have united to organize an event honoring this historic day. Residents are invited to come together this summer for a patriotic celebration marking America’s 250th anniversary. The landmark celebration, hosted collaboratively by

May 2026 Cultural Arts Calendar

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May 1-3 – Sally Struthers Visits Totem Pole @ Totem Pole Playhouse     Hosted by John Putch, a Totem Pole favorite, the Emmy-Award-winning actress Sally Struthers joins him onstage for an intimate conversation that reflects on her remarkable career from “All in the Family” to “Gilmore Girls” – sharing personal stories, laughter, and behind-the-scenes memories. Their conversation

Adams County 250th Bell Unveiled

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About a hundred fans of the 250th gathered at the Beyond the Battle Museum on Saturday, March 14 to unveil the Adams County 250 Bell. It is part of the “Bells Across Pennsylvania” initiative, a program to develop a Liberty Bell replica for each of Pennsylvania’s 67 counties. The Adams County bell was created by

Invest in our Legacy

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As Gettysburg prepares to mark America’s 250th anniversary in 2026, our community is focused on more than celebration. This moment calls for long-term investment—projects that strengthen our historic district, support local families and businesses, and leave a lasting legacy well beyond a single year. In 2026, that means leaving a legacy for this once-in-a-generation commemoration.

Gettysburg launches America’s 250th anniversary celebration with community event

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America250PA kicked off its semiquincentennial celebration at Hotel Gettysburg on January 22, 2026, from 1:15 to 3 p.m. Upon entering, community members, leaders, state and local officials, history buffs, and partners from across the Commonwealth had time to mingle, enjoy refreshments, and collect commemorative items such as Adams County 250th mini flags, hand sanitizer, yard

Civic Education and Democracy at 250

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As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary in 2026, communities across the country are presented with a timely opportunity to reflect on America’s founding ideals and our progress made toward achieving them. Public displays of the U.S. Constitution and the Declaration of Independence offer more than a glimpse into history—they serve as powerful, nonpartisan

Seminary Ridge Museum and the Gettysburg Foundation to Co-Host “Two Lights for Tomorrow” Commemoration

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As the United States prepares to commemorate its 250th anniversary, Seminary Ridge Museum and the Gettysburg Foundation will co-host a public event, “Two Lights for Tomorrow,” honoring one of the foundational moments in American history—Paul Revere’s midnight ride on April 18–19, 1775. The event will take place Friday, April 18, from 7 to 8:30 p.m.

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