New Museum & Visitor Center On Track

The Gettysburg National Military Park New Museum & Visitor Center is on schedule to open in early April 2008. The facility will offer a look at the Battle of Gettysburg in perspective using exhibits, sound, video, and setting to provide a deeper understanding of the war and its impact. Each theme of the museum's 11 galleries will make the Gettysburg experience more engaging and informative for everyone. The new center will be operated by the Gettysburg Foundation.

In September, the Gettysburg National Military Park will unveil the newly restored Gettysburg Cyclorama Painting. The conserved painting will include the recreation of the skyline, the canopy and the three-dimensional diorama which have been missing for over 40 years. For more information, go to: www.nps.gov/gett/parknews/gettvc-museum.htm