Two Lights For Tomorrow Commemoration
From
Cumberland Twp.
When
Fri, Apr 18, 2025 from 7pm to 8:30pm
Where
111 Seminary Ridge, Gettysburg, PA 17325, USA
Details
Seminary Ridge Museum and the Gettysburg Foundation to Co-Host
“Two Lights for Tomorrow” Commemoration
April 18, 2025
Part of Nationwide Initiative Honoring the 250th Anniversary of American Independence
Gettysburg, Pa. (April 10, 2025)—As the United States prepares to commemorate its 250th anniversary, Seminary Ridge Museum and the Gettysburg Foundation will co-host a public event, “Two Lights for Tomorrow,” honoring one of the foundational moments in American history—Paul Revere’s midnight ride on April 18–19, 1775.
The event will take place Friday, April 18, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Seminary Ridge Museum and Education Center located at 111 Seminary Ridge, Gettysburg. Sponsored by America250PA–Adams County, the commemorative program is part of a nationwide initiative to unite Americans in a shared reflection on the nation’s founding ideals and future aspirations.
Inspired by the two lanterns placed in Boston’s Old North Church, this symbolic event will feature a ceremonial lighting of two lanterns in the historic cupola of the Lutheran Seminary, honoring the signal that launched the American Revolution.
Attendees can enjoy a reading of Paul Revere’s Ride, insights into Gettysburg’s connections to the events of 1775 and a series of family-friendly activities, including paper lantern and luminary making for children.
“Two hundred and fifty years ago, two brave men risked their lives and liberty to help establish American democracy,” said Dr. Judy Morley, executive director of Seminary Ridge Museum. “Four score and eight years later, their great grandsons fought on the fields of Gettysburg to save that same democracy. We are so excited and grateful to honor all of these brave men with hopes to inspire others to make a difference.”
“The Gettysburg Foundation is proud to co-sponsor Two Lights for Tomorrow,” said Jackie Spainhour, president and CEO of the Gettysburg Foundation. “As we look ahead to America’s 250th anniversary, this initiative powerfully connects our founding ideals with Gettysburg’s enduring legacy of unity and sacrifice.”
This free, family-friendly event is open to the public. Attendees are encouraged to bring chairs or blankets. For more information, visit seminaryridgemuseum.org/events or GettysburgFoundation.org/exhibits-tours-events/special-events#TwoLights.
GETTYSBURG FOUNDATION
Gettysburg Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit philanthropic, educational organization operating in partnership with the National Park Service to preserve Gettysburg National Military Park and Eisenhower National Historic Site and educate the public about their significance. The Foundation operates the Museum & Visitor Center at Gettysburg National Military Park, as well as the George Spangler Farm & Field Hospital, Children of Gettysburg 1863® and the Gettysburg Lincoln Railroad StationTM. The Foundation offers customized professional leadership development on the Gettysburg battlefield through its Higher Ground Leadership at Gettysburg programming. For information about visiting Gettysburg or how you can become a Friends of Gettysburg member in support of the Gettysburg Foundation’s preservation and education mission in partnership with the National Park Service at Gettysburg, visit GettysburgFoundation.org or call 877-874-2478. Proceeds from tickets and other purchases in the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum & Visitor Center and donations to the Gettysburg Foundation benefit Gettysburg National Military Park and Eisenhower National Historic Site.
MEDIA CONTACT:
Bruce McConnel, Vice President, Marketing
Gettysburg Foundation
bmcconnel@gettysburgfoundation.org
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