Family Day at Spangler

Schedule

Sat May 09 2026 at 10:00 am to 03:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

488 Blacksmith Shop Rd, Gettysburg, PA 17325-7050, United States | Gettysburg, PA

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George Spangler Farm & Field Hospital
488 Blacksmith Shop Road, Gettysburg
Saturday, May 9, 2026 | 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Free and open to the public
Kick off the season and make history with our signature Family Day experience. Join us at one of the best preserved Civil War field hospitals for a free day of history, hands-on activities and family-friendly adventure. Enjoy a free scoop of ice cream from Gettysburg's own Cone Sweet Cone.
Guests can drive directly to the property for this event where limited on-site parking will be available.
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488 Blacksmith Shop Rd, Gettysburg, PA 17325-7050, United States

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