History Underfoot: A Seminary Ridge Self-Guided Tour

Gettysburg, US
62% of travellers recommend this
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Highlights

  • Step back in time to July 1863
  • Experience the strategic battleground of Seminary Ridge
  • Explore the Seminary Ridge Museum and Education Center
  • Discover the history of the Lutheran Theological Seminary
  • Visit the home of Samuel Simon Schmucker

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After booking, search your email for "Set up your self-guided tour now." Follow instructions NOW with Wi-Fi/data. Don't wait until onsite. What to bring: Charged smartphone, Power Bank, Headphones, & downloaded tour app.

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111 Seminary Ridge, Gettysburg, PA 17325 , United States

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What to expect

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Lutheran Theological Seminary

You’re standing in the Lutheran Theological Seminary’s campus. Long before it became the site of some of Gettysburg’s most heated clashes, it had a much more peaceful purpose as the oldest Lutheran seminary in the country. Samuel Simon Schmucker founded it in 1826, which makes it older than prestigious universities like NYU or Cornell! Note: The 1+ miles tour covers the essentials of Seminary Ridge in 30 minutes. Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.

Duration 10 minutes
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Samuel Simon Schmucker Artillery House

See that big brick house on the corner to your right? The one with the gray roof and white accents. That’s the home of Samuel Simon Schmucker, founder of the seminary here at Gettysburg.

Duration 5 minutes
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Valentine Hall

You’re walking past Valentine Hall, and it’s a striking reminder that the Battle Of Gettysburg did NOT spell the end of the seminary. Why not? Well, because this hall didn’t appear until 25 years AFTER the battle!

Duration 5 minutes
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Seminary Ridge Museum and Education Center

Today, this impressive brick building is the Seminary Ridge Museum and Education Center, which features Civil War exhibits, fascinating wartime accounts, and visits to the cupola on top.

Duration 10 minutes
Admission Admission Not Included

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

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    Public transportation options are available nearby
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    Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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    How to access: Once you book a tour, you’ll get a confirmation email and text with instructions: • Download the separate tour app by Action • Enter the password • Download the tour MUST DO while in strong wifi/cellular Works offline after download
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    How to start touring: Open Action’s separate audio tour guide app once onsite. • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If multiple tour versions exist, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction.
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    Go to the starting point No one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided Enter the first story’s point and the audio will begin automatically Follow the audio cues to the next story, which will also play automatically. Enjoy hands-free exploring. If you face audio issues, contact support. Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
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    Travel worry-free: Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace. Skip anything you don’t care about or explore bonus content for everything that interests you
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    Savings tips: Walking tours: couples can share one tour by splitting headphones
  • Additional information
    Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.
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What our experts say

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    Bring headphones for an immersive audio experience.
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    Start at the Lutheran Theological Seminary for context.
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    Consider visiting the nearby Museum afterward.
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    Download the tour before arriving for better access.
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    Enjoy a snack at local cafes nearby after the tour.

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