by Jessica James | Aug 17, 2022 | Gettysburg
As a lifelong resident of this historic town, I love to help those who are visiting Gettysburg Battlefield. Gettysburg is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the country, and for good reason. It’s full of history and offers plenty of things to see...
by Jessica James | Aug 2, 2022 | Resources
In this Essential Guide Of Things To Bring On A Road Trip, you will find a list of travel necessities as well as some of my favorite things to pack for a road trip. It’s taken me hundreds of long road trips and thousands of miles to figure out how to make my life...
by Jessica James | Jul 25, 2022 | Historic Sites
If you’re into the “spirit world,” there is a haunted bridge in Gettysburg that should be on your bucket list. The Sachs Covered Bridge is considered one of the most haunted bridges in the United States—and you’ll see why when you read this post. Make sure you take...
by Jessica James | Jul 19, 2022 | Gettysburg
The story behind the small stone house known as Lee’s headquarters in Gettysburg is just one of the many examples of how civilians were impacted during the Civil War. Amazingly, Mary Thompson, a 70-year-old widow at the time of the Battle of Gettysburg, remained in...
by Jessica James | Jul 12, 2022 | Battlefields, Gettysburg
Gettysburg is a popular tourist destination, so many visitors ask, “when is the best time to visit the Gettysburg Battlefield?” The short answer is that there is no one perfect time to visit Gettysburg. Every season has its own unique charms, attractions —...