2019 Archives
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Remembrance Day
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AS WE CELEBRATED LABOR DAY THIS YEAR, WE AGAIN RECOGNIZED THE ANNIVERSARY OF THE GREAT TRAGEDY OF SEPTEMBER 11, 2001; A TERRORIST ATTACK ON THE UNITED STATES, WHICH KILLED THOUSANDS OF INNOCENT PEOPLE. WE ESTABLISHED AN EXHIBIT IN MEMORY OF THOSE WHO DIED AND THOSE WHO CONTINUE TO SUFFER FROM THEIR WOUNDS. IN ADDITION, AN ORIGINAL FLAG, REPLACED WHEN IT WAS TORN, TATTERED AND COVERED WITH DEBRIS, WAS ON SPECIAL DISPLAY IN OUR MUSEUM FOR THE MONTH OF SEPTEMBER.
AS WE CELEBRATED LABOR DAY THIS YEAR, WE AGAIN RECOGNIZED THE ANNIVERSARY OF THE GREAT TRAGEDY OF SEPTEMBER 11, 2001; A TERRORIST ATTACK ON THE UNITED STATES, WHICH KILLED THOUSANDS OF INNOCENT PEOPLE. WE ESTABLISHED AN EXHIBIT IN MEMORY OF THOSE WHO DIED AND THOSE WHO CONTINUE TO SUFFER FROM THEIR WOUNDS. IN ADDITION, AN ORIGINAL FLAG, REPLACED WHEN IT WAS TORN, TATTERED AND COVERED WITH DEBRIS, WAS ON SPECIAL DISPLAY IN OUR MUSEUM FOR THE MONTH OF SEPTEMBER.
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OTHER NEWS
OTHER NEWS
Mark Wikane enhanced and created new sculptures in an amazing Civil War collection. Many of his sculptures can be seen in our museum's Civil War showcases.
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Santa and Mrs. Claus were at the museum on December 7, 2019.
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Santa and Mrs. Claus were at the museum on December 7, 2019, the day set aside to remember Imperial Japan's attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941.
The Lincoln Train Museum celebrates the spirit of America and American heritage, dedicated to the brilliance, courage and faith of President Abraham Lincoln. As President Lincoln brought the United States through turmoil of a terrible divisive war that saw roughly 620,000 military personnel killed and an equal number wounded, so did the courage and bravery of so many members of the United States Armed Services during World War II. World War II resulted in estimates as high as 75 million people killed worldwide, with 407,317 U.S. military personnel dead and nearly 700,000 wounded.
Without their sacrifice we would not be able to celebrate Christmas.
We are able to enjoy the wonderful spirit of this Christmas season, the wonders and joys of Gettysburg's Christmas Festival, the fun of Santa and promise of glad tidings thanks to the sacrifice of those brave souls who preserved our freedom.
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RELIC HUNT ADDS TO CIVIL WAR DISPLAYS
In October of 2019, several members of the Pen Mar Historical Recovery Association conducted a relic hunt on a famous Civil War farm nearby and not on the actual battlefield (it is illegal to conduct relic hunting anywhere within the boundaries of the Gettysburg National Military Park). The farm served as a hospital during the battle and members were given permission by the landowner and issued maps to mark the locations of any finds that might be made. An orientation was also presented setting the historical context. Any and all historical finds were to be donated to the museum.
Don Hinks, veteran metal detector hobbyist and former owner of Gettysburg Electronics and also the Christian Bookstore in downtown Gettysburg, participated in the relic hunt and helped to identify all discoveries.
A rare New York uniform button was found along with foldable map dividers. Remnants of the battle were dug in large quantities. Hundreds of Minié balls were excavated. One Minié ball had been carved, likely by a wounded soldier with time on his hands. Among the buckles and accoutrements found was a flattened silver medicine container uncovered by 14-year-old Harmony Shipley. Once the relics were cleaned and further identified, they were be put on display in the museum. Our sincere thanks to one and all!!!
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Don Hinks, veteran metal detector hobbyist and former owner of Gettysburg Electronics and also the Christian Bookstore in downtown Gettysburg, participated in the relic hunt and helped to identify all discoveries.
A rare New York uniform button was found along with foldable map dividers. Remnants of the battle were dug in large quantities. Hundreds of Minié balls were excavated. One Minié ball had been carved, likely by a wounded soldier with time on his hands. Among the buckles and accoutrements found was a flattened silver medicine container uncovered by 14-year-old Harmony Shipley. Once the relics were cleaned and further identified, they were be put on display in the museum. Our sincere thanks to one and all!!!
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We have an exhibit dedicated to Sergeant Michael Lester who
received a Purple Heart medal for the wound he received in 1945 in Europe during World War II. One of Sergeant Lester's family members who visited our museum explained that Lester was delivering the official correspondence pictured above when he was shot. The hole in the letter is from the bullet that wounded him.
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received a Purple Heart medal for the wound he received in 1945 in Europe during World War II. One of Sergeant Lester's family members who visited our museum explained that Lester was delivering the official correspondence pictured above when he was shot. The hole in the letter is from the bullet that wounded him.
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ABRAHAM LINCOLN HAD A FAVORITE PEN KNIFE. HE USED IT OFTEN AS A TOOL ON THE FRONTIER AND IN THE WHITE HOUSE. A FAMOUS PHOTOGRAPH DEPICTS LINCOLN AT HIS OFFICE DESK, WITH AN APPLE IN ONE HAND AND WITH HIS PEN KNIFE READY TO SLICE IT.
A GOOD, RELIABLE KNIFE WAS NECESSARY ON THE FRONTIER. FARMERS, SPORTSMEN AND PEOPLE GO ABOUT THEIR DAILY CHORES WHERE A DEPENDABLE KNIFE IS NECESSARY.
IN KEEPING WITH THE SPIRIT OF AMERICA AND WITH PRIDE IN OUR AMERICAN CRAFTSMANSHIP, THE MUSEUM HAS ADDED AN INFORMATIVE DISPLAY SHOWING HOW KNIVES ARE MADE.
THE MUSEUM SHOP AND GIFT STORE HAS RECENTLY BECOME AN OFFICIAL BUCK KNIFE DEALER AND OFFERS THESE U.S. MADE KNIVES WITH THEIR FOREVER WARRANTY FOR SALE.
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A GOOD, RELIABLE KNIFE WAS NECESSARY ON THE FRONTIER. FARMERS, SPORTSMEN AND PEOPLE GO ABOUT THEIR DAILY CHORES WHERE A DEPENDABLE KNIFE IS NECESSARY.
IN KEEPING WITH THE SPIRIT OF AMERICA AND WITH PRIDE IN OUR AMERICAN CRAFTSMANSHIP, THE MUSEUM HAS ADDED AN INFORMATIVE DISPLAY SHOWING HOW KNIVES ARE MADE.
THE MUSEUM SHOP AND GIFT STORE HAS RECENTLY BECOME AN OFFICIAL BUCK KNIFE DEALER AND OFFERS THESE U.S. MADE KNIVES WITH THEIR FOREVER WARRANTY FOR SALE.
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DON’T WAIT UNTIL THE LAST MINUTE TO SHOP FOR CHRISTMAS AND HOLIDAY GIFTS AND DECORATIONS. WE HAVE TAKEN CARE TO STOCK A LARGE SELECTION OF TOYS, ORNAMENTS, BOOKS, PRESENTS AND MAGNIFICENT WINTER SCENE HOUSES TO ADD WARMTH TO HOLIDAY PREPARATIONS. STOP BY AND SEE THE NEW SELECTIONS INCLUDING BOWS, KNIVES AND OUTDOOR GEAR AS WELL AS GILDAN SWEAT SHIRTS FOR FALL AND WINTER.
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At the Lincoln Train Museum, we love trains! And we love to share that with all of our guests. Occasionally, our guests want to share their love for trains by sharing their own collections. Such was the case when Littlestown, Pennsylvania resident, Hank Parlette brought in his treasured Steam Locomotive, Tender, and Railcar sold in the early 1900's. Hank stated that he inherited this train from his father and has kept it in the family ever since. This train was powered by actual steam that was generated by a boiler on the locomotive. They don't make 'em like they used to!
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WHEN JEFF AND JUDY MARFEO GOT MARRIED IN SEPTEMBER OF 1969, THEY TOOK THEIR HONEYMOON IN GETTYSBURG. THEY ALSO VISITED THE NEWLY OPENED LINCOLN TRAIN MUSEUM. ON SEPTEMBER 27, 2019, JEFF AND JUDY RETURNED TO CELEBRATE THEIR GOLDEN ANNIVERSARY. "YES, I REMEMBER MANY THINGS THAT WERE HERE. THE LINCOLN TRAIN RIDE PROGRAM WAS DONE IN BLACK AND WHITE THEN," JUDY SAID AS THE COUPLE REMINISCED IN THE MUSEUM. THEY MAKE JUST AS HANDSOME A COUPLE NOW AS WHEN THEY WERE MARRIED. AT 6'8" TALL , JEFF TOWERS OVER THE LIFE-SIZE MODEL OF ABRAHAM LINCOLN IN THE MUSEUM'S HALL OF HISTORY. SHARE YOUR STORIES WITH US AND RETURN WITH CHILDREN AND GRANDCHILDREN TO RECALL SPECIAL MOMENTS SHARED WITH OUR ABRAHAM LINCOLN.
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WELCOME, VETERANS
IN COMMEMORATION OF WORLD WAR II, WE WELCOME VISITORS AND RE-ENACTORS.
PACIFIC THEATRE VETERAN, 98 YEAR OLD, ROBERT SPAINHOUR JOINED US FOR A TRAIN TRIP BACK IN TIME AS WELL AS A VOYAGE OF DISCOVERY OF AMERICAN HISTORY AND HERITAGE ENCOMPASSING MAJOR WARS FOUGHT BY THE UNITED STATES.
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THE MUSEUM HAS A WORLD WAR II MEMORIAL TO VALIANT HEROES OF THE AIR WAR. PURPLE HEART COMBAT WOUNDED VETERAN LT. ARMAND SEDGELEY IS FEATURED IN A CASE DEVOTED TO THE COURAGE OF U.S. ARMY AIR CORPS VETERANS.
PACIFIC THEATRE VETERAN, 98 YEAR OLD, ROBERT SPAINHOUR JOINED US FOR A TRAIN TRIP BACK IN TIME AS WELL AS A VOYAGE OF DISCOVERY OF AMERICAN HISTORY AND HERITAGE ENCOMPASSING MAJOR WARS FOUGHT BY THE UNITED STATES.
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THE MUSEUM HAS A WORLD WAR II MEMORIAL TO VALIANT HEROES OF THE AIR WAR. PURPLE HEART COMBAT WOUNDED VETERAN LT. ARMAND SEDGELEY IS FEATURED IN A CASE DEVOTED TO THE COURAGE OF U.S. ARMY AIR CORPS VETERANS.
Continuing our commitment to Americans in the Armed Forces, this exhibit honors Lieutenant Armand Sedgeley in his U.S. Army Air Corps uniform. His story of bravery is documented in the museum.
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POSTAGE STAMPS COMMEMORATE EVENTS IN AMERICAN HISTORY AND MEMORIALIZE IMPORTANT PEOPLE. THIS AMAZING COLLECTION OF CIVIL WAR AND SPANISH AMERICAN WAR STAMPS WAS OWNED BY PETE ESSLINGER. THEY ARE NOW PART OF OUR MUSEUM'S PERMANENT COLLECTION ALONG WITH A PHOTOGRAPH AND SIGNATURE OF SALMON P. CHASE, PRESIDENT LINCOLN'S SECRETARY OF THE TREASURY.
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AN IMPROMTU GUITAR SESSION
We once had an impromptu guitar performance of Civil War songs by Tim Kyger. Visitors rejoiced to the wonderful sounds of Tim's guitar and vocal rendition of Civil War songs. Tim plays with The Walnut Ridge Boys.
Join us for a fun time as we share knowledge about Abraham Lincoln, the Civil War and our unique and amazing American heritage in so many different and enjoyable ways, planned or unplanned!!!
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Join us for a fun time as we share knowledge about Abraham Lincoln, the Civil War and our unique and amazing American heritage in so many different and enjoyable ways, planned or unplanned!!!
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CAN YOU FILL PRESIDENT LINCOLN'S SHOES?
This young visitor to the Lincoln Train Museum in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania did ----.well almost. Education works best when you have fun while learning, no matter what age you are!!!
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FAMED AUTHOR AND HISTORIAN LINDA CLARK AT THE LINCOLN TRAIN MUSEUM AUTOGRAPHING COPIES OF HER BEST SELLING BOOKS. HER NEWEST BOOK "TEENAGERS OF GETTYSBURG" DESCRIBES WHAT IT WAS LIKE DURING THE BATTLE IN JULY 1863. YOUNG PEOPLE TELL THEIR EYEWITNESS ACCOUNTS IN THEIR OWN WORDS. THEIR HISTORY IS RECONSTRUCTED FROM LINDA'S EXTENSIVE RESEARCH. LINDA IS ALSO A LICENSED BATTLEFIELD GUIDE.
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Within walking distance of the site of President Abraham Lincoln's Gettysburg Address, the Lincoln Train Museum presents a fun-filled interactive exploration of American History for individuals, families and groups of all ages.
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