Walking Tours with Licensed Town Historians
Immerse yourself in the history of Gettysburg in the oldest form of transportation, walking! At a relaxing pace, you will enjoy the picturesque beauty of our historic town. Lend your ear to our Historians as they tell the stories of our town and the inhabitants that made Gettysburg infamous. This tour is perfect for a relaxing time with family members of all ages.
Meet the Guides
Jeff Greenawalt
Gettysburg Living History Town Tour Guide
Actor, Musician, Historian
Join Battle of Gettysburg veteran and local miller James H. Maclay (portrayed by historian Jeff Greenawalt) as he returns to the streets of Gettysburg to share firsthand stories of the town and its people in 1863. Through a powerful, immersive performance, Maclay brings history to life, giving voice to the townspeople who endured the chaos, the volunteers who fought with courage, and the veterans who carried the memories of war with them long after it ended.
As you walk the very streets where history unfolded, you’ll hear emotional and personal accounts tied to the homes, businesses, and landmarks that still stand today. This one-of-a-kind tour invites you to interact with a figure from the past in a way that’s authentic and unforgettable.
There is truly nothing else like it in Gettysburg.
Ken Rich
Gettysburg Town Tour Guide
Historian
Ken Rich has tirelessly worked to compile a set of town walking tours that give any Gettysburg visitor a deeper look into the rest of the story of Gettysburg.
A Historian first and foremost, the next logical step is his wanting to bring the voices of the townspeople to the forefront of the conversation about the history of the Battle of Gettysburg. After obtaining the licenses and permits needed to present guided walking tours in the town of Gettysburg. These tours are now available to you.
Popular Tours
Starting Point: 11 Lincoln Square, Gettysburg, PA 17325
Visit Downtown Gettysburg 1863, the heartbeat of the town when those horrible events occurred in 1863.
Starting Point: Intersection of Baltimore Street & Lefever Street, Gettysburg, PA 17325
This intersection is the meeting point for the Reluctant Witnesses tour. Notable landmarks nearby include Unity Park and Mr. G’s Ice Cream.
Walk the southern end of the town, including High Street, and hear the accounts of women and children who experienced the days of July 1863.
Jennie Wade’s Baltimore Street
Starting Point: Jennie Wade House Museum, 548 Baltimore Street, Gettysburg, PA 17325
The Jennie Wade tour begins at this historic location. The museum is dedicated to Mary Virginia "Jennie" Wade, the only civilian killed during the Battle of Gettysburg. Learn about her experience and hear her tragic story as you walk in her footsteps.