Historic Soldiers Orphans Homestead Tour in Gettysburg
Overview
Discover the intriguing history of the Historic Soldiers Orphans Homestead, strategically located on Cemetery Hill in Gettysburg. This 1836 home served as a field hospital during the fierce Battle of Gettysburg and later became a safe haven for orphaned children. Explore the tales of Captain John Myers and Sgt. Amos Humiston, whose legacy led to the orphanage's establishment. Walk through the historic building and learn about the children's lives from 1866 to 1877, including the challenges they faced when new management changed their circumstances. This tour provides a profound glimpse into the past and the evolving story of this significant site.
- 45-minute guided tour
- Explore the historic building and grounds, learning about its role in the Civil War and as an orphanage
- Group-friendly; inquire about reservations for larger parties
- Depart from the Gettysburg Tour Center, with restrooms and bus parking available
What's Included
- Admission fee
Meeting Location
778 Baltimore Street
Gettysburg, PA 17325, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
- Admission fee.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Historic Soldiers Orphans Homestead Tour in Gettysburg is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Historic Soldiers Orphans Homestead Tour in Gettysburg will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Admission fee
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
