Museum Program
Campfire Program
- Dates
- October 9, 2026 (Friday)
- Hours
Opening hours by day Friday 6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m. - Location
- Pitzer Woods Amphitheater, West Confederate AvenueGettysburg, PA
- Admission
- Free
- Organizer
- Gettysburg National Military Park
- Last verified
- September 12, 2026
About this event
Program Title: Valor and Sacrifice: The 1st Minnesota on July 2 Presenter: Ranger Matt Atkinson Location: Pitzer Woods Amphitheater, West Confederate Avenue Description: On July 2, 1863, the 1st Minnesota charged into overwhelming Confederate forces to close a dangerous gap on Cemetery Ridge. Outnumbered and facing near‑certain loss, the regiment’s sacrifice bought vital time for the Union line to hold. This program explores the crisis that sparked the order, and why their action remains one of Gettysburg’s defining moments of courage.
Dates, hours, addresses, and admission are supplied by the organizer and remain their responsibility. Confirm details with the organizer before travelling. Listing sourced from National Park Service. Something out of date? Tell us.