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401 Baltimore Street · Gettysburg, Pennsylvania

Historic Farnsworth House Inn

A landmark of Civil War history in the heart of Gettysburg

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Three ways to experience the Farnsworth

Ghost Storytelling at Farnsworth House

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The Birthplace of Ghost Storytelling in Gettysburg

Before the candlelight tours, before the books were written, the ghostly tales and lore started at the Historic Farnsworth House Inn. Our legendary ghost tours have been frightening, and delighting, visitors for decades.

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The Battle of Gettysburg · July 1–3, 1863

160+ Years of History. 100+ Bullet Holes. One Unforgettable Inn.

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and rated #3 Best Haunted Hotel by USA Today.

1863
The battle reaches Baltimore Street
100+
Bullet holes in the brick facade
#3
Best Haunted Hotel, USA Today

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Historic Farnsworth House

Gettysburg, Pennsylvania

A Place Shaped by History

The Farnsworth House Inn stands as a living testament to the Battle of Gettysburg. Named for Brigadier General Elon John Farnsworth, whose ill-fated charge on July 3, 1863 took place just yards from these walls, the inn has welcomed guests since the Civil War era. Walk the same floors, hear the same stories, and feel the weight of history all around you.

  1. 1810Original house built by John McFarlane
  2. 1833The brick structure is added
  3. 1863The house stands at the center of the battle
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Three Distinct Dining Experiences

From intimate fine dining to a lively tavern atmosphere, the Farnsworth House offers something for every palate, all within a landmark 19th-century building.

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