Frugal Lancaster

Helping You Live a Frugal Life in Lancaster County, PA

FREE admission to Eisenhower National Historic Site in Gettysburg

Entrance to all national parks tomorrow, 11/11/10, is FREE* in honor of Veterans Day.

This is a great opportunity to visit the local Eisenhower National Historic Site in Gettysburg.

Other Upcoming FREE Dates

  • April 16-24, 2011
    (National Park Week)
  • September 24, 2011
    (Public Lands Day)
  • November 11, 2011
    (Veterans Day)

There are many other National Historic Sites in Pennsylvania which have FREE admission every day!

*Fee waiver includes: entrance fees, commercial tour fees, and
transportation entrance fees. Other fees such as reservation, camping,
tours, concession and fees collected by third parties are not included
unless stated otherwise.



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By Kathy /
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