
WWII American Experience
Your Gettysburg, PA WWII History Destination.
We serve to educate the public, while preserving and honoring the sacrifices made on the battlefield and on the home front. See our vehicles and artifacts while learning about our shared American story.
🇺🇸 We are honored to have showcased a small part of our WWII vehicle collection in the Army’s 250th Birthday Parade in Washington, D.C. These vehicles — and the men and women who operated them — were critical to victory in WWII.
It was a privilege to honor our military, all while sharing these vehicles with crowds in D.C. and hundreds of thousands spectators at home. As always, thank you to all who have served and currently serve. The last parade these vehicles were in was our Memorial Day parade, where we had the privilege of escorting 3 WWII veterans. 🫡
Thank you to York Excavating Co LLC for transporting these vehicles safely and securely. A special thank you to our staff and volunteers who preserve these vehicles with passion — this passion helps bring our history to you. 🇺🇸 ... See MoreSee Less
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🇺🇸 Happy Birthday to the U.S. Army! Thank you to the Army and all who have served — today marks 250 years of defending our freedom. 🇺🇸 ... See MoreSee Less
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🇺🇸 Today, we reflect on the 81st Anniversary of D-Day and honor the sacrifice of American heroes who fought to liberate Europe. Remember them. ♥️ ... See MoreSee Less
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📣You are cordially invited to our D-Day 81 Symposium on June 7! 📣
You won’t want to miss this:
⭐️ An impressive line up of historians + speakers sharing insights on D-Day and the Normandy Landings, details in our event
⭐️ A culinary experience inspired by the Normandy region of France for purchase
⭐️ Book signings + Q&A with our guests
⭐️ Engaging + meaningful conversations with fellow history lovers
⭐️ A post-event evening reception in our Pub
Tickets can be purchased in person or through the event link. We look forward to commemorating the 81st anniversary of this significant historical event with you! ... See MoreSee Less
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🇺🇸 As folks enjoy their three day weekend, we reflect on the meaning of Memorial Day and pay homage to those who sacrificed all for our freedoms. 🇺🇸
Photo Location: Sicily-Rome American Cemetery in Nettuno, Italy. ... See MoreSee Less
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🎉There's always something new at the Museum! 🎉
Check out these pics from our President Truman Exhibit Unveiling from May 8, Truman's 141st Birthday. Truman assumed the presidency on April 12, 1945, following the death of President Roosevelt. Truman would go on to tell the press, "I felt like the moon, the stars, and the planets had fallen on me," and encouraged the country to pray for him.
Truman saw the US through Victory Over Japan and the end of WWII. Following the war, Truman would lead the country in the early Cold War and the early Korean War, as well as events such as the Berlin Air Lift.
While Truman was a native of the Show-Me State, this wax figure is a Gettysburg local: he spent decades in the Gettysburg Hall of Presidents Museum, which means he is no longer a transplant or tourist. 😉
This exhibit was made possible by Pete Monahan, the Chairman of our Board of Directors, as well as our volunteers who work tirelessly to bring Our History to you. Lastly, a special thank you to volunteers Rick, Bob, Kevin, and Drusilla for your dedication to supporting our history and mission. 🇺🇸
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What’s better than a sunny spring day in Gettysburg? Cruising in a tank!
Thank you to all who came out to our Tank Ride event — here are a few snaps of guests enjoying our Sherman and Grizzly tanks. Stay tuned for more Summer event updates - we are excited to see you at the museum and celebrate this history with you! ... See MoreSee Less
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Special Hours Notice – May 8th
Please note that the World War II American Experience museum will close early at 3:30 PM on Thursday, May 8th for a Private event in partnership with the Gettysburg Film Festival.
We appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcoming all guests during our regular hours on other days.
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