2021 Archives
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REMEMBRANCE DAY PARADE
Front Row Seats at the Museum
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Christian Commission Wagon
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Rev. Alan Farley, DD and his wife Faith
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REMEMBRANCE DAY
NOVEMBER 20, 2021
REMEMBERING PRESIDENT LINCOLN'S SPEECH AT THE SOLDIERS' NATIONAL CEMETERY, AND ITS PURPOSE TO COMMEMORATE THE HALLOWED GRAVES OF THOSE WHO PERISHED IN BATTLE.
THE U.S. CHRISTIAN COMMISSION REENACTORS WILL BE HERE OUTSIDE OUR MUSEUM WITH THEIR COFFEE WAGON IN PERIOD ATTIRE DISPENSING FREE COFFEE, TEA, HOT CHOCOLATE, AND CAKES AS THEY DID IN THE AFTERMATH OF THE BATTLE TO WOUNDED SOLDIERS. REPRINTS OF CIVIL WAR TRACTS USED BY U.S.C.C. VOLUNTEERS ON BATTLEFIELDS ARE AVAILABLE FOR FREE HERE AT OUR MUSEUM.
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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
THANKS TO VOLUNTEERS FROM THE FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH, THE
MUSEUM GOT A FACE LIFT IN 2021. THE HISTORIC BUILDING WILL
RADIATE GOODNESS OF THESE KIND PEOPLE FOR YOU TO ENJOY AS
THEY PRESERVE LIVING HISTORY IN GETTYSBURG.
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LARRY AND SHARON SMITH, A COUPLE FROM FILLMORE, NEW YORK, JOINED US ON THEIR WEDDING ANNIVERSARY IN 2021 TO RIDE OUR LINCOLN FUNERAL TRAIN.
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In 2021, talented figure maker Mark Wikane enhanced and created new sculptures in an amazing Civil War collection. In addition, a new sculpture of Teddy Roosevelt in his Rough Rider uniform was also added. Many of his sculptures can be seen in our museum's Civil War showcases.
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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 casualties.
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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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WELCOME, VETERANS
CONTINUING OUR COMMITMENT TO THOSE WHO SERVED IN THE ARMED SERVICES AND 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.
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. HIS STORY OF BRAVERY IS DOCUMENTED IN THE MUSEUM. HE PASSED IN 2021 AT 100 YEARS OF AGE.
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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!!!
SHARE YOUR STORIES WITH US AND RETURN WITH CHILDREN AND GRANDCHILDREN TO RECALL SPECIAL MOMENTS SHARED WITH OUR ABRAHAM LINCOLN.
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SHARE YOUR STORIES WITH US AND RETURN WITH CHILDREN AND GRANDCHILDREN TO RECALL SPECIAL MOMENTS SHARED WITH OUR ABRAHAM LINCOLN.
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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.
We share parking with Friendly's Restaurant beside us as well as have metered parking on Steinwehr Avenue in front of our museum. We suggest using the metered parking area, for ease of access to our handicap ramp, for guests using wheelchairs or walkers, as well as for bus drop-off and pick-up.
Although not required, reservations are highly recommended
for groups of 10 or more individuals.
for groups of 10 or more individuals.
OUR GIFT SHOP OFFERS A LARGE ARRAY OF HISTORICAL SOUVENIRS
AS WELL AS RAILROAD MEMORABILIA.
AS WELL AS RAILROAD MEMORABILIA.