David Wills House
The house where Lincoln stayed the night before delivering his address and where he reportedly revised his speech. It is on Lincoln Square and is now a small museum.
Lawyer David Wills oversaw the creation of the Soldiers' National Cemetery. On November 18, 1863, Lincoln spent the night on the second floor of his house, where he is said to have finalised the text of his speech. The house stands at the southeast corner of Lincoln Square in the town centre. It is now run by the National Park Service and local partners, and displays the town's post-war recovery and the background to the address. The bedroom where Lincoln slept has been recreated. Outside the house is a statue of Lincoln 'talking' with visitors. Opening hours vary by season, so check before you go.
Opening hours
Seasonal (check official website)
Nearby sights
- Lincoln Square & Downtown Gettysburg
- Gettysburg Railroad Station
- Shriver House Museum
- Farnsworth House Inn & Ghost Tours
- Jennie Wade House
- Dobbin House Tavern
- Soldiers' National Cemetery
- Seminary Ridge Museum