The Small Town In Pennsylvania With More Historic Places Than Any Other
By Beth Price-Williams|Published November 14, 2022
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Beth Price-Williams
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A professional writer for more than two decades, Beth has lived in nearly a dozen states – from Missouri and Virginia to Connecticut and Vermont – and Toronto, Canada. In addition to traveling extensively in the U.S. and the U.K., she has a BA in Journalism from Point Park University (PA), a MA in Holocaust & Genocide Studies from Stockton University (NJ), and a Master of Professional Writing from Chatham University (PA). A writer and editor for Only In Your State since 2016, Beth grew up in and currently lives outside of Pittsburgh and when she’s not writing or hanging out with her bunnies, budgies, and chinchilla, she and her daughter are out chasing waterfalls.
We cross paths with history just about everywhere we go in Pennsylvania. Even a walk through our nearest town likely gives us a glimpse into our state’s rich heritage. However, it probably comes as little surprise that this one small town in Pennsylvania has more historic places than any other, one of the many reasons it draws travelers from all over the world.
As the site of one of the most significant battles of the Civil War, Gettysburg appeals to a variety of visitors – history buffs, ghost hunters, and curiosity seekers among them.
Because there are so many historic places to visit in Gettysburg, your best bet is to plan your visit ahead of time, so you don’t miss any sites that you really want to see.
Gettysburg National Military Park is a natural choice for any itinerary. Start at the museum and visitor center before you head out onto the battlefield itself, where you’ll find Devil’s Den, one of the most haunted places in Pennsylvania.
Tour the home of the only civilian casualty of the Civil War at the Jennie Wade House. For more insight into the Civil War, plan visits to the Shriver House Museum, the David Wills House, and the Eisenhower National Historic Site.
A lone day simply isn’t enough, and you’ll have no shortage of historic and haunted places to fall asleep at night. The Gettysburg Hotel, the Haunted Inn at Herr Ridge, and the Farnsworth House Inn are among your choices.
While you can explore Gettysburg on your own, you might also want to consider joining a walking tour that’s led by a seasoned tour guide who will offer insight into each of the places you visit. Bus, bike, and horse tours are also available.
Do you think this small town in Pennsylvania has the most historic places in the state? Or is there another? Let us know in the comments! How about also visiting some of the most haunted places in Gettysburg?
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