[David Wills House]

As of Oct. 24, 2024, the David Wills House will be closed for the foreseeable future due to a water line rupture. Learn more.

Best known as the house where President Abraham Lincoln stayed prior to delivering the Gettysburg Address, 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, Lincoln spent the night in the home while adding the finishing touches to his inspirational address. With historic rooms restored to their 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.

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At A Glance

Allow 45 minutes
Free admission
Wheelchair accessible
8 Lincoln Square, Gettysburg, PA 17325 (MAP)
Metered street parking and a self-parking garage located on Racehorse Alley (MAP)

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.