Eisenhower National Historic Site
National Historic Site · PA
Eisenhower National Historic Site preserves the farm of General and 34th President Dwight D. Eisenhower. Adjacent to the Gettysburg battlefield, the farm served the president and first lady as a weekend retreat and as a meeting place for world leaders. With its peaceful setting and view of South Mountain, it was a respite from Washington, DC, and a backdrop for efforts to reduce Cold War tensions.
- NPS site
- nps.gov/eise
- Location
- Eisenhower National Historic Site (39.796, -77.265)
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Passport stamp locations
- Eisenhower Bank Barn
- Gettysburg National Military Park Museum & Visitor Center
Hours
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- Sat Oct 3Sunrise to Sunset
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- Fri Oct 9Sunrise to Sunset
The grounds are open thirty minutes before sunrise to thirty minutes after sunset. Visit https://sunrise-sunset.org/us/gettysburg-pa. For the Eisenhower Home tours visit https://www.nps.gov/eise/planyourvisit/eisenhower-farm.htm
Hours are retrieved from the National Park Service and can change without notice — check the official site before you go.
Visitor centers
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Self-guided tours
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Eisenhower Farm Walking Tour45–60 minutes · 16 stops
In 1950—after 34 years of marriage and dozens of moves—the Eisenhowers finally found a place they could call home. Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, had loomed large in the life of Dwight and Mamie Eisenhower for decades. We invite you to explore the only property that they ever owned in their long and eventful lives together. This 10-stop walking tour will guide you through the Eisenhower farm and some of Eisenhower's favorite locations on the property.
Visiting the Eisenhowers45–90 minutes · 9 stops
“I know that when I find myself contemplating a post-war existence I always picture a little place far from cities...” General Dwight D. Eisenhower The Gettysburg farm was a dream come true for Dwight and Mamie Eisenhower. After 37 moves in 34 years, the farm was a place they could truly call home. It was here they entertained friends and family as well as national and international leaders. Experience the farm as a welcomed guest by following this walking tour.
Entrance fees
No entrance fee.