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The David Wills House
The David Wills House closed in October 2024 due to a burst water line and will remain closed for the remainder of 2025. No known reopening date is available at this time. During this time, we invite you to virtually visit the David Wills House for a selection of photos and a 3D tour on Gettysburg National Military Park's website.
The David Wills House is best known as the home where President Abraham Lincoln stayed prior to delivering the Gettysburg Address. However, the home of attorney David Wills also served as a center for compassion and inspiration in the days and months following the Battle of Gettysburg.
Inside, Wills managed the immense task of providing proper burials for the fallen soldiers and began planning for the national cemetery. On the eve of the cemetery dedication, President Lincoln spent the night in the Wills' home while adding the finishing touches to his inspirational address.
With the bedroom where Lincoln slept restored to its 1863 appearance, today’s David Wills House features a seven-gallery interactive museum relating the story of Wills, Lincoln’s visit and the Gettysburg Address.
Significance
Why visit the David Wills House?
From the devastation and despair of war to the hope and inspiration of Lincoln’s address, the events and actions following the Battle of Gettysburg often centered around the David Wills House.
- More to the story: Discover unique artifacts and experience life in Gettysburg immediately after the battle.
- From the office of the attorney: Step back into Wills’ recreated office where plans for the Soldiers’ National Cemetery originated.
- Lincoln stayed here: Stand in the bedroom where Lincoln finalized his immortal Gettysburg Address. See the actual bed he slept in.
- Power of the message: Gain a better understanding and appreciation for Lincoln’s brief, yet powerful, address at Gettysburg.
At A Glance
Hours:
The David Wills House is currently closed. No known reopening date is available at this time. During this time, we invite you to virtually visit the David Wills House for a selection of photos and a 3D tour on Gettysburg National Military Park's website.
The David Wills House is a National Park Service museum at Gettysburg.
Historic Sites
George Spangler Farm & Field Hospital
Walk the grounds, hear the stories and feel the emotions of life–and death–at this historic farm suddenly transformed into a field hospital. Living historians and docents provide insight and authentic accounts of experiences on the farm during the battle.
Eisenhower National Historic Site
Step onto President Dwight D. and Mamie Eisenhower's weekend retreat and property in retirement. Enjoy home tours and ranger programs seasonally. A self-guided tour of the grounds includes the charming home's exterior, gardens, teahouse, skeet range, putting green and Angus cattle and show barns.
Gettysburg Lincoln Railroad Station
Gettysburg National Cemetery
David Wills House
Best known as the home where President Lincoln stayed prior to delivering his Gettysburg Address, visit the David Wills House and explore the seven-gallery interactive National Park Service museum relating the story of the Wills family, Lincoln’s visit and the Gettysburg Address.
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