Historic Gettysburg Adams County Announces Busy 2026 Event Calendar

From architectural salvage to barn tours, HGAC has a full slate of community programs planned this year.

Apr. 3, 2026 at 1:11pm

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An impressionistic, out-of-focus photograph showing the silhouette of a historic barn in a lush, green countryside setting, with the surrounding landscape blurred into abstract shapes and colors.HGAC's annual Historic Barns Tour offers a chance to explore the region's architectural treasures in a serene, pastoral setting.Gettysburg Today

Historic Gettysburg Adams County (HGAC) has announced its lineup of events and programs for 2026, including the reopening of the Architectural Salvage Warehouse, the Educational Speaker Series, Family Day at the Spangler Farm, Underground Railroad tours, a BarnArt Show & Sale, and the annual Historic Barns Tour.

Why it matters

HGAC's diverse array of events and activities helps preserve the rich history and cultural heritage of the Gettysburg region, engaging the local community and drawing visitors to explore the area's architectural and agricultural landmarks.

The details

The Architectural Salvage Warehouse will open for the season on April 4, operating on the first and third Saturdays of the month through October. The HGAC Educational Speaker Series kicks off on April 16 with a talk on the Civil War's greatest sea battle. On May 9, HGAC volunteers will participate in the Gettysburg Foundation's Family Day event at the Spangler Farm. The McAllister Mill Underground Railroad Tour runs every Saturday from May through August. The BarnArt Show & Sale takes place June 12-14, and the annual Historic Barns Tour is scheduled for September 19.

  • The Architectural Salvage Warehouse will open for the 2026 season on Saturday, April 4.
  • The HGAC Educational Speaker Series begins on Thursday, April 16.
  • HGAC will participate in the Gettysburg Foundation's Family Day event on Saturday, May 9.
  • The McAllister Mill Underground Railroad Tour runs every Saturday from May through August.
  • The BarnArt Show & Sale will be held June 12-14.
  • The annual Historic Barns Tour is scheduled for Saturday, September 19.

The players

Historic Gettysburg Adams County (HGAC)

A local organization dedicated to preserving the history and cultural heritage of the Gettysburg region through a variety of community programs and events.

Gettysburg Foundation

A non-profit organization that partners with the National Park Service to preserve and interpret the Gettysburg battlefield and its related historic sites.

Thomas Nank

A research assistant with the American Battlefield Trust and a retired U.S. Navy Master Chief Petty Officer, who will be the featured speaker at the April 16 HGAC Educational Speaker Series event.

Ted Hirt

A Gettysburg Town Guide, who will be a featured speaker in the HGAC Educational Speaker Series.

Ron Kirkwood

An author, who will be a featured speaker in the HGAC Educational Speaker Series.

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What they’re saying

“Hope to see you at one or more of our events!”

— Coleen Dee Berry, Secretary for HGAC

The takeaway

HGAC's robust schedule of events and programs throughout 2026 demonstrates the organization's commitment to engaging the local community and preserving the rich history and cultural heritage of the Gettysburg region.