Places

In 1950—after 34 years of marriage and dozens of moves—the Eisenhowers found a place they could call home in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. During World War I, Dwight David Eisenhower had spent time nearby commanding Camp Colt, a tank training camp on the middle of the battlefield. After World War II, Eisenhower looked forward to retirement with his wife Mamie and this farm on familiar ground seemed the perfect fit. The couple purchased the property, but Eisenhower's retirement was short lived. After the move he was called soon back to Europe to be the Supreme Commander of NATO forces. The following year, he left that role to run for the presidency, and was elected the 34th President of the United States.

Over his two terms in office, his Gettysburg farm was a central feature of Eisenhower’s time as president. Ike spent over 365 days here while he was Commander-in-Chief, using the farm for rest and relaxation, as well as a locale for hosting world leaders. Finally, in 1961, 11 years after buying their farm, the Eisenhowers left the White House and, at long last, had their retirement home of their dreams. We invite you to explore the only property that they ever owned in their long and eventful lives together.