Jennie Wade House

Join us for an unforgettable evening as we take you on a walking ghost tour through the historic district of Gettysburg. Our experienced local tour guide and haunted history expert will regale you with spine-tingling tales of hauntings that continue to linger in the iconic buildings of this area. You'll be captivated by the stories of the restless spirits that still roam the streets and buildings of Gettysburg, making this tour both entertaining and informative. As you walk through the hallowed ground where the decisive battle of the Civil War took place, you'll feel the eerie presence of the lost souls of soldiers who fell during the conflict. The gripping stories of ghosts and hauntings will send shivers down your spine as you immerse yourself in the history and supernatural lore of this historic town. Our tour will provide you with a unique opportunity to connect with the past and experience the lingering spirits of Gettysburg. While we may not be able to enter privately owned buildings, you will be standing on haunted ground throughout the entire evening. Our tour will take you on a mile-long trek across haunted and historic Gettysburg real estate, visiting iconic places such as the Brickhouse Inn, Witness Tree, Farnsworth House, and the Orphanage. Be prepared for a night of thrilling and chilling tales that will leave you with a newfound appreciation for the haunted history of Gettysburg.

Discover the untold stories of female war heroes on this guided walking tour of Gettysburg’s historic district. Your guide will regale you with tales of the everyday women who cared for the sick, buried the dead, and picked up arms as the Battle of Gettysburg raged on. Stand beside Jennie Wade, the battle’s only civilian casualty, as she hurriedly bakes bread in her final moments. Dig graves with the cemetery caretaker, Elizabeth Thorn, as the dead continue to pile up in the fields. Get a detailed, first-hand look at what it was like to be both a civilian and a soldier during the Civil War’s most dramatic, bloody battle. You’ll walk away with a complete picture of what life was like in July of 1863, where history books offer a very limited scope. Choose the extended tour to visit an additional three stops, where you’ll learn about the scars the battle left behind, and finish up with ice cream from Cone Sweet Cone.

Meet your friendly guide in Downtown Gettysburg and embark on a journey back in time to the Civil War. On this 2-hour walking tour, learn about the Civil War from the unique perspective of the ordinary townspeople who lived in Gettysburg. Against the backdrop of historical Baltimore Street, discover how local residents were terrorized after being trapped between 2 warring armies. See the historic buildings and monuments along Baltimore Street, and with the help of your expert guide, compare the existing structures to what the town looked like in 1863. The highlight of the tour is a visit to the former home of Jennie Wade, the only civilian casualty of the Civil War. Listen to stories about Jennie’s life as a local in Gettysburg and how she came to be the town’s most famous resident.

Embark on a 2-hour walking tour of Gettysburg and uncover the dark and untold stories of the area. Learn about Alexander Dobbin, the founder of the Inn who still haunts the house. Discover the apparitions of slaves who are said to still occupy the house, including sightings in hidden areas. Visit the Jennie Wade House, which is believed to be haunted and still stands to this day with much of its original structure preserved. Witness the iconic tree that is old enough to have witnessed the gruesome past and chilling events from the historic Battle of Gettysburg. Discover the Gettysburg Municipal Building, which was once the Adam’s County Prison, where many criminals died within its walls and Civil War soldiers outside. Learn about the hospital that was established in the building just four years before the Battle of Gettysburg. Finally, explore the paranormal activity that is rumored to take place in a hotel that was repurposed as a hospital during the Civil War.