150 years ago today, the country elected Abraham Lincoln as President. After a very hard-fought political campaign the country was sharply divided amid already rising tensions concerning states' rights and the expansion of slavery. Lincoln won the general election without taking a single southern state. Within a month southern states starting declaring secession.We can see the similarities in our own time, with our recently completed and quite contentious mid-term elections. The best way we can assure that we do not repeat our past mistakes is to carefully study our history! Luckily there are many special events already planned that will help us gain a better
understanding of the events that threatened to tear our country apart a century and a half ago.
The National Park Service has created an entire series of events to commemorate the 150th Anniversary of our American Civil War, which runs from 2011-2015. You can click here to view the complete calendar of events and start making your plans now to attend these once-in-a-lifetime commemorations!
Currently our most frequently asked question is: "When can I make reservations for the 150th anniversary in 2013?". We take reservations up to one calendar year (365 days) in advance. We do have many "regulars" who stay with us each year for the Battle Reenactment, and when those folks check out of the Inn in July, 2012 they will have the first opportunity to reserve for 2013 (this is about 3-4 of our 9 total guest rooms). Once those folks have booked, we will then open up any remaining rooms to the public via our website. So mark your calendars now for Monday, 7/9/2012 if you are hoping to make reservations!
Here in Gettysburg we are preparing for this month's 147th Annual Dedication Day Celebration on November 19/20/21. This celebration marks the anniversary of President Lincoln's historic Gettysburg Address, and many activities are planned throughout the town and the Park. One of the highlights will be the keynote speech by former ABC White House Chief Correspondent Sam Donaldson at the National Cemetary on Friday, Nov. 19th at 10:30 AM. Click here for the weekend's full schedule of events.
Finally, we have just posted our Winter Savings specials and packages on our website. Here's your chance to enjoy the Battlefield without crowds and humidity! Enjoy a relaxing quiet stay with us this winter.
We hope you all enjoy a wonderful Thanksgiving with your families, and we hope to see you soon on the Gettysburg Battlefield!
Christine, Todd & Molly
