If your students are learning about our presidents, you should visit the Hall of Presidents and First Ladies Wax Museum in Gettysburg. Students of all ages will enjoy looking at the wax figures. There are also stories that are told in the words of the individuals with stirring music in the background. The museum also contains a gift shop for students to browse as part of the experience. The Hall of First Ladies contains 1/3 size wax replicas of the First Ladies dressed in their inaugural gowns. They wear dresses that are from a famous Smithsonian collection which portray the divine look of the first ladies during the presidential inauguration. The students will also have the opportunity to see beautiful background murals which were painted by Charles Morganthaller. These paintings show the development of America. Morganthaller is known to be one of the country’s truly talented contemporary artists. You will hear stories such as This is Your Heritage, The Story of the Presidents, The Story of America, and Your Land. They are told in the words of our nation’s former presidents. These individuals symbolize our nation and our forefathers entrusted this great country to their leadership. The gift shop has some interesting items for students to purchase. You will find merchandise such as a Presidential Baseball and a Presidential Mug. The baseball has the presidential symbol on all sides, commemorating the history of the American game. It is a great gift for baseball fans and a collectable item to show friends and family.