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With Its Mix of Compelling History and Comfortable Charm, Gettysburg November 3, 2013 With its mix of compelling history and comfortable charm, Gettysburg makes a great American destination The Pennsylvania site of the tide-turning Civil War battle of 150 years ago also boasts artsy shops, fine restaurants and even haunted-house tours By Gina Salamone New York Daily News ettysburg may be famous as Gthe site of the Civil War’s turn- ing point — but its artsy shops, quaint farmhouse B&Bs and tasty Amish treats all add to its allure. While it makes for the perfect long weekend getaway any time of year, this all is an ideal time to visit. Next month marks the 150th anniversary of Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address. And along with it comes a host of events like a parade, reenactments, musical performances and tours. Lincoln delivered his Gettys- burg Address on Nov. 19, 1863, more than four months after the Battle of Gettysburg. The battle- Gettysburg Hotel in Lincoln Square is one of the top lodging choices when visiting field is the biggest draw for tourists Gettysburg; it’s had a multimillion-dollar renovation. in Gettysburg, a borough of Ad- ams County, Pa., about four hours tional Cemetery, where more than stop by the Gettysburg National southwest of New York City by car. 3,500 Union soldiers are buried Military Park Museum and Visi- It’s the setting for the three-day and where Lincoln gave his address. tor Center, housing a museum, a fight (July 1–3, 1863) in which the NPS also maintains the Gettys- theater featuring a short film nar- Union Army stopped the Con- burg National Military Park, home rated by Morgan Freeman, and the federate forces from further in- to much of the battlefield area. restored Gettysburg Cyclorama. vading the North. The battle had There are a few different ways The Cyclorama is an oil paint- more casualties than any other in to tour the battlefield — which ing that surrounds visitors in a the Civil War, with about 50,00 boasts monuments, cannons, his- circular viewing room. It depicts soldiers from both sides killed. toric buildings and observation Pickett’s Charge, a failed Confeder- Today, the National Park Ser- towers — including in your own ate infantry assault. Extending out vice maintains the Gettysburg Na- car or on a guided tour bus. Or just from the Gettysburg Cyclorama, the floor is planted with battle relics, mediately spot it by all the color- plains Peggy Rock, director of Gal- stone walls, trees and broken fenc- fully painted gourds, some shaped lery 30. “They cure them. So it es. At the Visitor Center, a Battle- into birdhouses, displayed outside. takes over a year just to dry them. field Bus Tour costs $30 for adults, But there are plenty more inside Then they have to be cleaned.” $18 for kids (6-12), while a Cyclo- the huge shop, called Gallery 30. Decorative gourds sold at Gal- rama, Film and Museum package is Storefront of Gallery 30, sell- lery 30 in Gettysburg, Pa. $12.50 for adults, $8.50 for children. ing cured, painted gourds Decorative gourds sold at Gal- There are plenty of other muse- crafted into decorations. lery 30 in Gettysburg, Pa. ums around Gettysburg, but most of Storefront of Gallery 30, sell- Another cool shop on York St. the fun is had walking around down- ing cured, painted gourds is Artworks, selling accessories, town or driving out to a farmhouse. crafted into decorations. “Haitian Metal Art” and a line of A sled that holds snacks and juices Celebrating its 35th year, Gallery jewelry called Drops of Gettysburg. for patrons of the Hickory Bridge 30 sells mostly goods handcrafted The line, which includes beaded Farm restaurant near Gettysburg. in the U.S. That includes the gourd bracelets for $19, is inspired by A sled that holds snacks and juices art, carved into everything imag- the rivers and valleys in the area. for patrons of the Hickory Bridge inable — from seasonal ones like And plenty of area shops, in- Farm restaurant near Gettysburg. turkeys, snowmen, skeletons and cluding The Union Drummer Boy As the site where so many sol- Santas, to everyday ones like flop- on York St., sell authentic Civil War diers lost their lives, there are bound py-eared dogs, cats, candy dishes, artifacts. Besides the revolvers and to be some ghosts around. At least wild flowers and American flags. uniforms, the most moving arti- according to a number of ghost and The decorations are all made from facts here are a mbrotype photos candlelit walking tours. One of them real gourds, and have a wooden look of soldiers, taken before they went is Haunted Gettysburg, offering and feel. “They’re all grown here in off to war and left to their loved four different tours from the “The Pennsylvania, they’re all crafted ones, encased in colorful frames. Original Spooky Back Alley Tour” here,” says Gallery 30 owner Linda Also downtown is Subterranean ($8) to the “Ghost Tour & Xtreme Atiyeh. “They’re [made by] a group Soul on Carlisle St., a record shop Paranormal Investigation” ($33). of about 15 to 17 artisans. They’ve that stays relevant with cool music- Possibly the most convenient ho- been at it for about 22 years so inspired creations, like vinyl-record tel for tourists is the Gettysburg Ho- they’ve really perfected their craft.” wall clocks and peace sign clocks. tel, lining the northeast side of Lin- Of course, there’s one of Lin- For what may be the best — and coln Square, the heart of downtown coln, made just for the store. most filling — meal in Adams Coun- Gettysburg. Established in 1797, “It’s a two-year process from ty, drive 9 miles west of Gettysburg the hotel finished a multimillion- the time that they plant [the to Orrtanna, Pa. After passing lots of dollar renovation this past spring gourds] until we get them,” ex- cows and crossing a railroad track, on its 119 guest rooms and lobby, also opening a new restaurant, One Lincoln. The upgrade is styl- ish and chic, while still maintain- ing the building’s historic charm. Across the street are statues of Abraham Lincoln and a male tour- ist. Called “Return Visit,” it de- picts Lincoln pointing his hat toward the second floor of the David Wills House, where it’s believed the President finished writing the Gettysburg Address. From there, walk east on York St. to one of the most interesting stores in downtown Gettysburg. You’ll im- Decorative gourds sold at Gallery 30 in Gettysburg, Pa. you’ll find Hickory Bridge Farm. It’s Before that main course arrives, not only a historic bed-and-break- bread and apricots are served, along fast, but is home to a restaurant in a with a salad. And before you’re even restored barn that’s worth the drive seated, guests are offered cheese even if you’re not staying overnight. and crackers and apple juice from Haunted Gettysburg Tours will a sled. It’s just one of the cool col- lectibles decorating the huge, homey barn. The walls are taste- fully hung with rustic-looking pots, pans, washboards and lanterns. There’s also a country store at the Hickory Bridge Farm. Just don’t linger too long — it’s tricky finding your way back to civilization once it turns dark. And the cows are no help. Haunted Gettysburg Tours will let you commune with the “other side” when you visit Gettysburg. let you commune with the “other side” when you visit Gettysburg. Haunted Gettysburg Tours will let you commune with the “other side” when you visit Gettysburg. Only serving dinner on limited weekend hours, the country-style restaurant offers a feast for $25.50 per adult (cheaper for kids.) It’s served family style and includes an unlimited variety of nonalcoholic drinks, and three main courses that rotate every night (a recent night offered fried chicken, roast beef and Crab Imperial), which come with five sides like stewed ap- ples, broccoli with cheese, carrots, roasted potatoes and hush puppies..
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