Step into history with Tim Smith, a highly respected Gettysburg historian,for his annual presentation series.
With over 25 years of experience and a connection with the Adams County Historical Society that goes back to the 1980’s, Tim brings unmatched depth, wit, and storytelling to every talk. He’s the author of numerous works on Gettysburg, including one of his most famous works The Eye of the Storm, which chronicles the dramatic legacy of the Farnsworth House Inn.
These special events are held in Sweney’s Tavern, where guests can enjoy our full dinner menu in a warm, cozy setting.
Doors open at 5:00 PM for dinner and drinks, presentation begins at 6:30 PM
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January2026
Hollywood at GettysburgWhere a nation’s fate once hung in the balance, Hollywood found a story too powerful to ignore. Journey with historian Timothy H. Smith through the sweeping cinematic legacy of Gettysburg, from legendary portrayals to rarely seen moments that echo across time.
Gettysburg’s United States Colored TroopsWhen the Emancipation Proclamation reshaped the nation’s destiny, it also opened the door for more than 170,000 Black men to take up arms in the fight for freedom. Among them were over a hundred soldiers with roots in Adams County, men born here, recruited here, or who later found their final rest in Gettysburg’s Lincoln Cemetery. Join historian Timothy H. Smith for a powerful journey through the lives and service of these often‑overlooked veterans, whose courage helped redefine the meaning of the American promise.
The Love Story of Jack Skelly & Jennie WadeJennie Wade’s death on July 3, 1863, became one of Gettysburg’s most enduring civilian stories. Forever linked to her uncertain romance with Johnston “Jack” Skelly. Though the truth of their bond remains clouded, new evidence continues to surface. Join historian Timothy H. Smith as he cuts through myth and memory to uncover the real story behind Jack and Jennie.
