ronn palm's museum of civil war images

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  quarterplate

  Ronn Palm's Museum of Civil War Images is a must-see if you're visiting Gettysburg. Ronn has carefully and professionally curated his renowned collection of Civil War photography into a moving display focused on the soldiers who served with several Pennsylvania regiments. Seeing the actual "faces of war" in Ronn's museum stands in moving contrast to the stone sentinels that dot the battlefield itself. It's also a great primer on the arms and equipage of the common fighting man. While you could tour the entire display pretty quickly, I reccomend you take your time and chat with Ronn, who is incredibly knowledgable and friendly. Civil War photography is now prominently featured at places like the Library of Congress and the Metropolitan Museum of Art, but the best collection in the country might be right under your nose in Gettysburg! Be sure to check the hours of operation carefully prior to a visit, because availability is limited. Highly reccomended.

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  RexFoga

  This small Baltimore St. museum is what it claims to be, hundreds and hundreds of images and photos of various civil war figures from all walks of life. Certainly worth a stop, the staff is friendly and does a great job with any questions.

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  Beach_Lovers91011

  Grand collection of moving pictures from the Civil War era. Ron is a wealth of knowledge and a genuinely nice guy. If you stop in to see his collection, you'll be mesmerized. He also brings up something that we never thought of, researching the possibility that you may have had relatives participate in the Civil War.

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  461jeannem

  Could have spent all day looking at all those pictures. Owner was very friendly and was happy to answer any questions asked. The amount of photos of civil war soldiers was mind blowing.

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  davidhB4578PF

  A great place to visit. So much to see. Ron is very knowlegeable and his collection is amazing. Do not miss a chance to visit this museum and see that faces and hear the stories of those that fought the war.

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  FrontierLake

  Not really sure when we went in here what we'd find. The guys went in while the ladies were shopping and then we followed. We were pleasantly surprised. It is a nicely curated private collection of photos of soldiers, mostly from Pennsylvania, who served in the war. There are some artifacts as well. It humanizes what sometimes seems to be just statistics. It's free but give him a donation as thanks for sharing his collection.

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  VacationKid192

  One of the great "hidden gems" of Gettysburg. Ronn Palm has assembled a fabulous collection of Civil War era photographs -- mostly portraiture. Well worth the time and money (very cheap!) to go see. Highly recommended!

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  tommyj247

  Ronn has an extensive collection of old photos dating back from the civil war. The cool this is most of them are labeled with the person's name and rank in the civil war. He also sells old photos. Definitely worth checking out.

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  Blackbear57

  Although it is primarily a Bucktail's museum, Ronn's collection spans many Pennsylvania Regiments. You have the opportunity to look those brave men in the eye, its a wonderful experience with many artifacts belonging to several of the soldiers featured. Ronn stays open late on the weekends while many other places are closed, take time to visit, ask questions and I promise you will want to come back for more and also recommend to your friends. The cases in the front of museum contain many images for sale, as well as other items for sale like some good books, bullets and other items. All in all a worthwhile visit for all the family. Currently admission is free with request for donations, this is a private museum, please support well.

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  Rmann885

  Wonderful museum! Ron is a great guy and has excellent stories and a wealth of knowledge about the civil war. The museum is his private collection! He has alot of passion and his collection is a great contribution to the Gettysburg experience. Go Bucktails!!