Step into the haunting world of Gettysburg’s Civil War artifacts. Discover ghostly tales and experience eerie encounters during this captivating after-hours tour. Read on to learn more about this unique paranormal adventure.
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Gettysburg Museum of Haunted Objects
Step into the haunting world of Gettysburg’s Civil War artifacts. Discover ghostly tales and experience eerie encounters during this captivating after-hours tour. Read on to learn more about this unique paranormal adventure.
The Gettysburg Museum of Haunted Objects in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania preserves and presents artifacts, stories, and experiences tied to reported hauntings and Civil War history. The museum hosts guided tours that combine historical interpretation with accounts of unexplained phenomena reported by visitors, including apparitions, ghostly voices, and sudden cold spots.\n\nVisitors can choose a one‑hour Standard Guided Tour that focuses on the museum’s curated exhibits and the eerie tales linked to Civil War soldiers. For a longer visit, the Museum of Haunted Objects • After Hour Tour offers a 1.5‑hour experience with personal and interactive options that encourage close engagement with artifacts and storytelling. On select Friday and Saturday nights, the Midnight at the Museum program provides a restricted, intimate setting where lights are dimmed and the vault door opens to heighten atmosphere; limited spots maintain small group sizes.\n\nAll presentations emphasize the museum’s collection, the historical context of items on display, and first‑hand visitor reports of strange activity. The museum operates as a destination for guests seeking a combination of Gettysburg history and paranormal storytelling. Information presented on tours is based on documented provenance of objects and visitor accounts, with guides focusing on safety and respectful treatment of artifacts and the site’s heritage.
Location
Gettysburg, PA
Historic town center location
Tour Lengths
1–1.5 hours
Short, guided experiences
Tours Offered
3 Tours
Guided and after‑hours options
Night Events
Select Fri & Sat
Limited spots per event
Reserve a Standard Guided Tour, After Hour Tour, or Midnight at the Museum event — limited spots available for night experiences.
Join the Night Tour
Book the after-hours tour for a truly eerie experience with ghost stories and interactive paranormal activities.
Wear comfortable shoes
Prepare for a 1.5-hour walking tour in dimly lit museum spaces.
Bring a flashlight
Extra light can enhance your experience during darkened rooms.
Remain respectful
Maintain a respectful attitude when engaging with ghostly stories and artifacts.
Comfortable walking shoes
Necessary for walking through dimly lit museum spaces.
Small flashlight
Useful for illuminating dark corners and enhancing the ghostly experience.
Warm clothing
Keep warm during colder winter tours.
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Notebook and pen
Take notes on ghost stories and personal impressions.