Gettysburg Area Retail Merchants Association

05/30/2026

Our Gettysburg Eddie!

One of Gettysburg's great athletes might best be known, now, for a restaurant named in his honor. Eddie Plank, the namesake of Gettysburg Eddie's in Gettysbu...

05/29/2026

48 great years and counting!

On this day, May 28th, 1978, exactly 48 years ago, the Dobbin House opened its doors to the public as an authentic colonial tavern. After a year and a half of careful restoration and the addition of electricity, heating and cooling, bathrooms, and a restaurant kitchen, the 1776 house welcomed guests to come, sit, eat, drink, and make merry.
Since that opening day, millions of guests from across the nation and around the world have now sat within the historic walls of the oldest house in Gettysburg to enjoy fine food and drink. It remains our pleasure to welcome each guest and serve them with the attention to detail in quality and service that they deserve, inviting them to feel the revolutionary spirit of the beginnings of America and the two centuries of unique history in our famous little town. We cherish our American history, and we warmly encourage all to come discover and experience it for themselves.
Photo from our opening in 1978.

05/28/2026

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we at remember Pvt. Luke Brown.

05/24/2026

Summer hours are here at Gettysburg Heritage Center.

☀️🌿 Summer adventures start here!

The Gettysburg Heritage Center is now rolling into summer hours beginning today, May 23—giving you even more time to explore, learn, and experience history in the heart of Gettysburg.

And what better way to kick things off than Memorial Day Weekend? Join us for an exciting lineup of activities, including our annual Book Faire featuring talented authors across a variety of genres, special programs, and plenty of opportunities to make meaningful memories with family and friends. We can’t wait to welcome you! 📚🇺🇸✨

🕘 Summer Hours:

Sunday–Thursday: 9 AM–5 PM
Friday & Saturday: 9 AM–7 PM

See you this Memorial Day weekend! ❤️💙

05/24/2026

History at The Burger.

05/23/2026

Jake Schindel, owner of Ragged Edge Coffee House, stands next to a sign that is from his parent’s general store near Orrtanna. The sign is now outside the Ragged Edge

05/22/2026

💀Who wants to get a Friday afternoon Tattoo?
Big Mike’s Wicked Ink is set-up and ready for you. He will be here Saturday 10am-5pm, and Sunday 10am-4pm.

Come get some ink!

05/21/2026