Overview

Significant loss always has an impact on the neighborhood.
The Battle of Gettysburg resulted in the deaths of over 50,000 people. The number of deaths during those three days was the highest during the entire battle. Killing spilled out into the streets and among the homes. That truth weighed heavily on all sides, and the eventual price was irrelevant to concepts of North or South or right or wrong.
This evening, the incredible and horrifying conflict that tore through this region and altered the course of the war dominates practically all of our ghost stories and hauntings. They have a basis in reality, and I can guarantee you that every word you hear tonight—however horrifying, tragic, or unbelievable—does in fact come from the area's past.
Even while not every tale is frightful, what you hear on our tour should give you an idea of how destructive and significant the Battle of Gettysburg actually was, as well as how crucial it is to comprehend the historical truth of the region.

Description

Pass By: The Brafferton Inn, 44 York St, Gettysburg, PA 17325, USA

This inn, once the Welty House, witnessed the Battle of Gettysburg, and actually played host to Confederate snipers. Guests here have had myriad experiences, explore them here at your first stop.

Pass By: Witness Tree, 400 Baltimore St, Gettysburg, PA 17325, USA

There are no ghost stories here that we know of, but this tree is known as a Witness Tree. Witness Trees are trees that are around for historic moments. This one witnessed the battle, and also Abraham Lincoln's presence to give the Gettysburg Address.

Pass By: Farnsworth House Inn, 401 Baltimore St, Gettysburg, PA 17325, USA

This home also played host to Confederate snipers, and the owner brought in a psychic to identify the presences after she had an experience of her own.

Pass By: Gettysburg Municipal Building / Police Department, 59 E High St # 1, Gettysburg, PA 17325, USA

Today, it's the police department and municipal building, but it was originally the county jail. During the battle, there are records that describe the death of three prisoners: two by execution, one by suicide. There is said to be at least one spirit who remains in the building.

Pass By: Adams County Court House, 111 Baltimore St, Gettysburg, PA 17325, USA

This building was constructed just 4 years before the Battle of Gettysburg, and served as a hospital during and after the battle. The seats were removed to create an open room that was used as an operating room, with surgeons operating in front of other soldiers. All the trauma left and imprint on the building.

Pass By: Gettysburg Hotel, 1 Lincoln Square, Gettysburg, PA 17325, USA

This building, like many other large buildings in the area, was turned into a hospital in the midst of the battle. There is said to be a spirit of a soldier here, looking, but never finding, the exit or his way home.

Pass By: The Union Hotel, 27 Chambersburg St, Gettysburg, PA 17325, USA

This hotel was also used as a hospital during the war, and a guest here had a truly terrifying experience. Investigate the stories of haunting at this historic hotel.

Pass By: Rupp House History Center, 451 Baltimore St, Gettysburg, PA 17325, USA

After sending his wife and children away, the owner of this home hid out in the cellar while Union and Confederate soldiers fought just above him. Visitors have heard urgent whispers when no-one is around. Explore the history and hauntings of this location.

Pass By: 1863 Inn Of Gettysburg, 516 Baltimore St, Gettysburg, PA 17325, USA

The spirit people say they experience here is playful, and staff have nicknamed him George. These are more recent hauntings, and no one is sure why they have started.

Pass By: Arbor House Publishing, 47 Steinwehr Ave, Gettysburg, PA 17325, USA

This house was the location of trades between enemy soldier during lulls in the battle, but many never made it back with their spoils. Hear their stories.

Pass By: Dobbin House Tavern, 89 Steinwehr Ave, Business Rte 15 South, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania 17325

This house was one of the first stops on the Underground Railroad, and also served as a hospital during the war, but, oddly enough, most reports of spirits here are those of children.