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Destinations in this Roadtrip:

• Milton Hershey At Hershey Cemetery
  Milton Hershey, the famous industrialist and chocolatier, is buried here at Hershey Cemetery.
• HERSHEY'S Chocolate World
  FREE HERSHEY'S Great American Chocolate Tour", HERSHEY'S Really Big 3D Show", HERSHEY'S Factory Works Experience", KIT KAT "Gimme A Break" Cafe", Courtyard Cafe, HERSHEY'S Bake Shoppe, retail shops.
• Fort Hunter Mansion and Park
  Fort Hunter Park commands a magnificent view of the Susquehanna River and Blue Mountains beyond. It was originally settled in 1725 by Benjamin Chambers, who later founded Chambersburg. This beautiful 40-acre park invites visitors to relax and explore Pennsylvania history. Guided tours available.
• The State Museum of Pennsylvania
  Located in the state capital of Harrisburg, The State Museum of Pennsylvania covers all aspects of Pennsylvania history and holds significant collections, that relate to some of America's most seminal, well-known events as well as important, historical individuals. Situated next to the State Capitol building, The State Museum is a mecca for 315,000 schoolchildren and adults who visit annually, seeking history and culture. Significantly, The State Museum has more visitors than any other museum in Pennsylvania between Pittsburgh and Philadelphia, except for the Gettysburg National Battlefield. From its outstanding Civil War exhibits, to notable artifacts representing the foundations of American industry as well as political history dating to the early republic, The State Museum is the only museum in the Commonwealth where the public can experience the full expanse of the state's heritage and its connections to the national experience.
• The National Civil War Museum
  The nation's largest museum portraying the entire Civil War, from beginning to end, without bias to Union or Confederate causes. A major focus of The National Civil War Museum is to educate the public and provide world class materials and facilities for Civil War research. Our emphasis is on "the human side" of the conflict. We exhibit and collect materials on the common soldiers, men and women on the home front and the experiences of African Americans. The military artifacts encompass all aspects of soldiers' experiences: from the personal equipage and weaponry of the War, to wounds, disease, prisoner-of-war experiences, and the emotional drain of the conflict. Exhibit Galleries are on both floors of the museum. Come see the history of the Civil War come to life! Visit the museum Wednesday - Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday 12 noon to 5 p.m.
• Camp Curtin Park
  This landmark honors the largest Union Army camp of the Civil War. It was used as a training camp.
• Camp Curtin Historical Society - Harrisburg
  The Camp Curtin Historical Society is dedicated to the preservation of Harrisburg's Civil War heritage.
• Midtown Harrisburg Historic District
  The Midtown Harrisburg Historic District features many houses and gives a good idea of what it was like to live in turn-of-the-century Harrisburg.
• Camp Curtin
  April 14, 1861, news of the bombardment and surrender of Fort Sumter had reached President Abraham Lincoln. At that time, he called for 75,000 volunteers. Governor Andrew Curtin also made a plea to the citizens of Pennsylvania to volunteer to help preserve the Union. Men from throughout the state converged on Harrisburg to offer their services and it became apparent that a military camp would have to be established in the area. Originally, it was to be called Camp Union, but Major Joseph Knipe proclaimed it "Camp Curtin" upon its official opening April 18th. The camp was located between Reel's Lane on the north, the Pennsylvania Railroad tracks on the east, Maclay Street on the south and Fifth Street on the west. Over 300,000 men passed through Camp Curtin, making it the largest Federal camp during the Civil War. Harrisburg's location on major railroad lines running east and west, and north and south made it the ideal location for moving men and supplies to the armies in the field. In addition to Pennsylvania regiments, troops from Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Wisconsin and the Regular Army used Camp Curtin. At the end of the war, Camp Curtin was used as a mustering-out point for thousands of troops on their way home. Camp Curtin was officially closed on November 11, 1865.
• Camp Curtin Historical Society
• Civil War Flag Conservation Facility
• Harrisburg Cemetery Story Stop
• Harrisburg: Crossroads of the Union Story Stop
• Harrisburg's Grand Review of Black Troops Story Stop
• Soldier's Grove
• Market Square During the Civil War Story Stop
• Threatened Invasion of Harrisburg Story Stop
• Thomas Morris Chester Story Stop
• The Ladies of Harrisburg During the Civil War Story Stop
• Pioneer Lines Scenic Railway
  Your ticket awaits you at the historic Washington Street depot located in Gettysburg. Guided tours available.
• Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitors Center
  Gettysburg is famous, and justifiably so. In 1863, in this small town in southern Pennsylvania, something happened that profoundly influenced our country's development and shaped our national character. Gettysburg was the site of the bloodiest fight ever to take place on American soil. To this day, the Battle of Gettysburg evokes images of brutal conditions, intense emotions, and divided loyalties. For three days in July, 65,000 Confederate and 90,000 Union soldiers fought in a battle that pitted brother against brother. Considered the turning point of the Civil War, the Battle of Gettysburg holds a unique position in our collective imagination and serves as a potent symbol of America's struggle to survive. Today, Gettysburg is home to the largest battlefield shrine in America. Each year, more than two million people visit Gettysburg National Military Park, which incorporates nearly 6,000 acres and more than 1,400 monuments and memorials.
• Gettysburg National Cemetery
  When the armies marched away from Gettysburg on July 5, 1863, they left behind a destroyed community, as well as thousands and thousands of dead and dying soldiers. The cemetery was dedicated on November 19 of that year. The principle dedication speech, by Edward Everett, was two hours long, and was followed by Abraham Lincoln's two-minute Gettysburg Address.
• Sleepy Hollow of Gettysburg Candlelight Ghost Tours
  In their 9th season, tour departs from the Great T-Shirt Co. located two doors from Historic Dobbin House Restaurant.
• Soldier's National Museum in Gettysburg
  Ten dioramas of 10 major battles of Civil War. Private collections of battlefield relics.
• Camp Colt
  Self-guided 15 minute tour of the area where Camp Colt used to stand. Camp Colt was established at Gettysburg in 1917, and was the first US Army camp authorized to train the Tank Corps during WWI. Captain Dwight D. Eisenhower commanded Camp Colt - he would later return to the area, purchase a farm and retire after his presidency.
• Civil War Hauntings
  Hear spine-chilling tales of the Civil War and visit haunted buildings along Steinwehr Avenue. Guided tours.
• Hall of Presidents & First Ladies
• Gettysburg Miniature Battlefield Diorama
• General Lee's Headquarters Museum
• Lincoln Cemetery
  Men of color who fought bravely for the Union Army are laid to rest in this cemetery. Here, approximately 30 US Colored Troop soldiers are remembered and honored for their bravery and loyalty in the fight for freedom.
• American Museum of Military History
• Lincoln Cemetery Story Stop
• Lutheran Seminary Serves as Hospital at Gettysburg Sory Stop
• North Carolina Memorial
• Sally Myers Story Stop
• Soldier's National Monument
• Trostle Farm Story Stop
• Basil Biggs Story Stop