Destination Gettysburg Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

Take a ride with us through the picturesque countryside and orchards of Adams County.

Our guest in this episode is Bill Kaine from Silvershire Farm Horse Carriage and Wagon Rides. You'll hear about their horses and unique tours that you can enjoy with friends and family.

More Info:

https://www.silvershirefarm.com/

Now in the second year, Gettysburg Loves Love is an exciting event scheduled to take place over Valentine’s weekend in the heart of Gettysburg, voted America’s most romantic small town in PA!*

Join us for this celebration where love is in the square!

The Mayor of Gettysburg, Rita C. Frealing, will officiate a vow renewal ceremony at 3 PM. All married couples in our community and beyond are invited to join us for a heartwarming and symbolic renewal of their vows.

This year's event takes place on Saturday - February 15, 2025 at 2pm in front of Hotel Gettysburg.

More Info:

https://www.gettysburglove.org/

*New York Travel Guides, 2023

Elephants don't forget and you won't forget this unique stop on your visit to Gettysburg and Adams County, PA!

Homemade fudge, chocolates, fresh roasted jumbo peanuts, and more await at Mister Ed's Elephant Museum & Candy Emporium.

In this episode, the owners share their long family-owned history and you'll learn how they roast their peanuts with their antique roaster!

Mister Ed's is one of many places for sweets and treats when visiting Gettysburg.

Satisfy your sweet tooth with these great places!

Learn More:

www.mistereds.com

Looking for a scenic and awe-inspiring way to tour Gettysburg? One unique way is a ride on a double-decker bus with a professional licensed battlefield guide!

For over 60 years, The Gettysburg Tour Center has been taking visitors for an experience like no other. In the spring of 2024, a brand-new building will open that will welcome a whole new generation.

Max Felty has been leading the tours for years and is excited to open new doors. In this episode, you'll hear about the new facility as well as all the experiences they have to offer.

Spoiler Alert:

It's not just bus tours.

www.gettysburgbattlefieldtours.com

During the Battle of Gettysburg in 1863, the Cupola of the Seminary building was occupied by Brigadier General John Buford and his Signal Officer, Lt. Aaron Jerome. When you visit Seminary Ridge, you can stand in that very location for yourself and learn even more at the Seminary Ridge Museum.

Our guests in this episode are from Seminary Ridge Museum & Education Center to tell you about their unique experience, special escape room, and how you can support their efforts of continued learning for everyone.

Guests:

Peter Miele

Rob Williams

Codie Eash

www.seminaryridgemuseum.org

Gettysburg is known as one of the most haunted places in the world. When you visit, you can hear experts tell the stories while standing in the locations that inspired them.

You can take your experience to the next level by going out late at night and using special paranormal tools to do your own investigations and communicate with the ghosts.

In this episodes, you hear about 5 great operators in Gettysburg that will send a chill down your spine.

Explore ways to get a chill in Gettysburg with these iconic locations.

Experiences featured in episode may change.

Please visit operator websites below for current information and availability.

After Dark Investigations

Civil War Ghosts

Farnsworth House Ghost Tours

Gettysburg Ghosts and Paranormal Association

Ghost City Tours

Ghostly Images of Gettysburg

Have some extra time on your visit to Gettysburg and Adams County? Consider visiting our friends at the nearby Carlisle Events. They are home to several automotive hobby events throughout the year and include collector car auctions.

Events have evolved from “cars in a field” to destination activities for individuals and families from around the world.

Guest:

Mike Garland, Public Relations Manager for Carlisle Events

Info:

www.CarlisleEvents.com

Gettysburg was named #1 on Booking.com's 2023 list of ⁠⁠America's Most Welcoming Cities and Towns⁠⁠. Our guest for this episode is the mayor of Gettysburg, Rita C. Frealing. She shares her story about becoming the first African American and first woman mayor of her hometown and why she's not surprised by that list. We also find out some of her favorite things to do and see in Adams County, PA. Guest: Rita C. Frealing Mayor of Gettysburg, PA.

In the backyard of Gettysburg, The Totem Pole Playhouse has gone on to become one of the best known and highly-regarded summer theaters in the United States. The New York Times called Totem Pole Playhouse “the Cadillac of summer theaters.”

In this episode, you'll hear from young performers of "Annie: The Musical" on how they memorize their lines and prepare for the show. Meanwhile, the Artistic Director and Music Director give us some insight into the family atmosphere of the Totem Pole Playhouse.

Summer 2023 Schedule

Annie: The Musical

July 7 - July 23

Million Dollar Quartet

July 28 - August 13

On Golden Pond

August 18 - September 3

Guests:

David Hemsley Caldwell, Artistic Director

Christianne Roll, Music Director for "Annie"

Cast Members of "Annie: The Musical"

• Anna Bailey
• Brooklyn Roll
• Cadence Roll

www.totempoleplayhouse.org

Today's guest is Wayne Motts -- President & CEO of the Gettysburg Foundation.

The Gettysburg Foundation owns and operates, in partnership with the National Park Service at Gettysburg, the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum & Visitor Center as well as historic sites and experiences.

In our conversation, Wayne tells us about the attractions below and how you can help preserve Gettysburg for future generations.

• George Spangler Farm & Field Hospital
• Children of Gettysburg 1863®
• Ticket to the Past—Unforgettable Journeys

More Info:

https://www.gettysburgfoundation.org

https://www.nps.gov/gett