Cumberland Township near Gettysburg in Adams County, Pennsylvania — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
The Guest House
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, November 4, 2010
1. The Guest House Marker
Remodeled from the previous owner’s garage, “The Little House”, was completed in March 1956. Inside are a sitting room, bedroom and bath. Although used for guests such as Field Marshall Bernard L. Montgomery and Eisenhower’s business partners, the house’s longest occupant was David Eisenhower, who lived here during the summer of 1964 when he worked in Gettysburg.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Industry & Commerce. In addition, it is included in the Former U.S. Presidents: #34 Dwight D. Eisenhower series list. A significant historical month for this entry is March 1956.
Location. 39° 47.632′ N, 77° 15.818′ W. Marker is near Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, in Adams County. It is in Cumberland Township. Marker can be reached from Eisenhower Drive. Marker is located at the Eisenhower National Historic Park. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Gettysburg PA 17325, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Guest House Railings (here, next to this marker); Welcome to Eisenhower National Historic Site (within shouting distance of this marker); The Helicopter Landing Pad (within shouting distance of this marker); The Stables (within shouting distance of this marker); Secret Service Office (within
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Photographed By Bill Coughlin, November 4, 2010
2. The Guest House Marker
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, November 4, 2010
3. The Guest House and Marker
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, November 4, 2010
4. The Guest House on the Eisenhower Farm
Photographed By Barbara Coughlin, October 21, 2010
5. David Eisenhower and Friend
David Eisenhower (at left) was the longest resident of the Guest House at his grandfather's farm in Gettysburg.
Credits. This page was last revised on February 7, 2023. It was originally submitted on April 5, 2013, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey. This page has been viewed 526 times since then and 16 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on April 5, 2013, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey.
