SHRIVER HOUSE MUSEUM

Volumes have been written about the military aspects of the Battle of Gettysburg. Far less, however, about the 2400 citizens who found themselves in the middle of one of the most historic battles ever fought on American soil. What happened is more than a story of military maneuvers; it is also the story of the citizens of Gettysburg - the civilians - people like George and Hettie Shriver and their two daughters, Sadie and Mollie, whose lives were changed forever as a result of the events that occurred on the rolling hills of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, in 1863... Meticulously restored to its 1860s appearance, step back in time to visualize what life was like in mid-19th century, south-central Pennsylvania to gain a better understanding of how the battle affected the families who called Gettysburg 'home'... Award winning Gettysburg museum presenting story of the Battle of Gettysburg as seen through the eyes of the residents of Gettysburg

Also known as: Shriver House

Primary location: Gettysburg United States