Tim Smith Program
Sallie the War Dog – 1/13/25
Perhaps the best-known regimental mascot of the Civil War, Sallie the war dog served with the 11th Pennsylvania throughout its service and was killed while leading a charge at Hatcher’s Run in 1865. When it came time to place a monument on the field of Gettysburg the men of the 11th Pennsylvania chose to memorialize Sallie, as an honored member of their regiment. But this is also the story of Gettysburg resident John D. Lippy who grew up hearing the story. His grandfather was a veteran of the Civil War, and a battlefield guide. During the 1913 reunion he met veterans of the 11th Pennsylvania who knew Sallie and became even more intrigued by their stories. Eventually he wrote a book entitled The War Dog. Join Historian and Guide, Timothy H. Smith, for this special Monday evening program, as he discusses the story of Sallie the war dog and the local man who was inspired by the legend.
As in past winters, the program will be held in Sweney’s Tavern, with the speaker starting at 6 p.m. Food and drinks are available, before and during the program starting at 5 p.m. Free parking is available in rear of the Farnworth House. Admission is $15 per person and are available online or in person.
Other Tim Smith Programs:
1/27/25
2/10/25
2/27/25
Dinner Theaters
Our dinner theaters are in our Meade and Lee Fine Dining Room. All include a presentation and a dinner.
Included Dinner: Hearth Baked Dinner Roll Garden Salad with Pennsylvania Dutch Sweet & Sour House Made Dressing Pennsylvania Dutch Chicken Pot Pie AND Lancaster County Smoked Ham with Apple Bacon Bourbon Sauce (Vegetarian Option: Vegetarian Lasagna) Rice Pilaf Choice of Chocolate Cake, Granny Smith Apple Pie or General Lee’s Lemon Cake Beverage choice: Iced Tea/lemonade/coffee/or tea Cocktails available (not included)
Tickets (including dinner) $49.95 per person Call 71478-334-8838 for reservations (limited tickets available)
Dates:
1/11/25 – A History of American Spiritualism
1/25/25 – Lizzie Borden
2/1/25 – Strange Stories and Amazing Facts of the Civil War
2/8/25 – Jack the Ripper: American Serial Killer?
Afternoon Teas
Moon Garden Teas will be having a tea service in the main dining room. Assorted teas, savory and sweet foods will be served. A history tour of the Farnsworth House will follow after the tea service. Tea service with house tour will last about 90 minutes.
1/18/25 – Martin Luther King Jr at 12:00pm
2/15/25 – Valentine’s Day at 12:00pm
Adult $29.95
Children $18.95
