The Adams County Historical Society

Meet Carolann Schmitt! Carolann is a Gettysburg resident who retired from her "21st century job", but still teaches across the country on mid-19th century clothing and social and material culture. She works with us in our archival department, and her favorite part of ACHS is the archives and the barn, where we store many of the clothing and material items Carolann knows so much about! In her free time, she donates her time to other historic sites and non-profit groups as a speaker. Carolann's favorite part of the battlefield is anywhere during sunrise or sunset.?

Our winter hours go into effect at the beginning of December at the Adams County Historical Society and Gettysburg Beyond the Battle Museum. From December 1st to February 28th, Beyond the Battle Museum will be open Thursdays through Mondays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and closed on Tuesdays & Wednesdays. Additional holiday closures can be found on our website and on the graphic below.

Say hello to Christine Ecker! She is a retired elementary art educator from the Gettysburg Area School District. She is also the former mayor of the Biglerville Borough. Christine is originally from Laureldale PA. Her favorite parts of our museum are the Gettys Tavern section on Revolutionary America and the gift shop! When she's not generously donating her time with us, you can catch Christine at the David Wills House (currently closed to visitors) and the Majestic Theater. She's also a member of Biglerville Garden Club (VP), Gettysburg Chapter DAR, Biglerville Historical & Preservation Society (Executive Board), and Coordinator of the Biglerville Hometown Heroes Banner Program.

Don Schmitt worked in business information systems for 30 years before he retired in 2013. He hails from none other than Gettysburg, Pennsylvania and is a 5th-generation Gettysburgian. Don had trouble choosing just one favorite exhibit in our museum, but he loves all of the exhibits that deal with the civilian experience of living in Gettysburg and the surrounding county. When he's not with us, Don is volunteering his time at the Gettysburg National Military Park? supporting the interpretive NPS Ranger division at the visitor center, David Wills House and other park venues and the Adams County Department of Emergency Services/911, where he is the lead volunteer responsible for managing the auxiliary communications station at the Emergency Operations Center. Don's favorite part of the battlefield is a tough call! If he had to pick just one, it would be the view from the Union center of Cemetery Ridge looking across the field toward Seminary Ridge and imagining what took place on July 3, 1863.

Today is the Adams County Community Foundation Giving Spree! This year, over 100 non-profit organizations in our community are participating. You can donate online at: https://lnkd.in/eszRG56z or you can drop off a donation in-person at one of five locations around the county (Gettysburg Times, Harbaugh Thomas Library, Trone Memorial Library, Thunderbolt Stadium, and the HART Center) from 1 to 5 p.m. ACHS is #14 this year. Thank you for your continued support!

Today marks one week until the Adams County Community Foundation Giving Spree! The Adams County Historical Society is excited to participate in this great event again this year. There's three ways to give: by mail, online, or by curbside drop-off at select locations from 1 to 5 p.m. on November 7th. If you are interested in learning more or donating, please visit https://lnkd.in/efu-pk4V for more information. ACHS is #14 this year, and as always, we are incredibly grateful for your support!

Meet Rosanne! Rosanne Zajko is a volunteer docent and researcher at ACHS and Beyond the Battle Museum. She is a retired school librarian from Pennsylvania. Her favorite part of the museum is the tavern, and her favorite individual artifact is the handkerchief of Emma Yount. In addition to volunteering with ACHS, Rosanne donates her time to the Park Watch for the National Park Service and The Wills House. She is also a Licensed Gettysburg Town Guide. Rosanne's favorite part of the battlefield is wherever she happens to be when you ask her!

Meet Eileen! Eileen Hoover is a volunteer docent at Gettysburg Beyond the Battle Museum. Originally hailing from Lancaster County, Eileen is a former teacher who also owned a bed and breakfast in the Gettysburg area! Her favorite part of the museum is the letters from the Civil War soldiers in Gallery 6: The Civil War. When she's not spending her time volunteering with us, you can find Eileen volunteering with the Christ Lutheran Church Songs & Stories program and the Adams County Library System. Eileen's favorite part of the battlefield is Little Round Top at sunset.

Meet Roger! Roger Heller is a volunteer in the research room at the Adams County Historical Society. Also a retired high school history teacher, he established many history-based programs at his school, including American Studies and the AP American History program. Roger hails from Pennsylvania and is an Adams County native. As someone who grew up here, he loves the entire museum and can't pick just one favorite thing! Roger's favorite place on the battlefield (though it is a tough decision because he's been visiting the battlefield since he was a child) is the view looking South from the Peace Light.

Volunteer Spotlight: Lynn Light Heller Today, we'd like to introduce you to Lynn, a proud Jersey girl and retired registered nurse! After a rewarding career in nursing and childbirth education, Lynn now spends her free time capturing stunning photos on the battlefield, painting watercolors, and enjoying time with her loved ones. In addition to volunteering with ACHS and Beyond the Battle Museum, Lynn volunteers at the Seminary Ridge Museum and Education Center and David Wills House. Keep an eye out for Lynn's photos on our social media channels, as she captures breathtaking shots not only of the battlefield but also within the museum! Thank you for all you do, Lynn!