Band of Brothers Documentary to Make World Premiere in Gettysburg October 24
Design of one of the exhibits for the Band of Brothers wing at the Gettysburg Museum of History
October 24 celebration features cast members, filmmakers and historians; tickets available for screening and daytime panels
October 19, 2026 — The Gettysburg Museum of History Foundation will celebrate the 25th anniversary of HBO’s Band of Brothers on Saturday, October 24, 2026, with panel discussions and the world premiere of The Band of Brothers Legacy 25 Years Later at the Majestic Theater, 25 Carlisle Street.
The 7 p.m. documentary screening will be followed by a discussion with documentary producers and actors. Screening tickets are $40; tickets for individual daytime panels are $25.
The documentary explores the series’ lasting impact and the legacy of the World War II soldiers whose service inspired it. Announced guests include Matthew Leitch, Peter Youngblood Hills, Doug Spain, Mark Lawrence, Kirk Saduski, Bruce McKenna, Jared Frederick and JD Huitt. Guest participation is subject to change.
The celebration honors the men of Easy Company, 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division, and Major Richard “Dick” Winters, whose experiences helped introduce millions of viewers to the history of World War II.
Saturday’s Majestic Theater schedule:
• 9 a.m. — Knowing Easy Company: Personal Memories of the Men Behind the Band of Brothers
• 10:30 a.m. — Keeping Their Stories Alive: World War II, Public History, and the Legacy of the Greatest Generation
• 3 p.m. — Behind the Camera: Making the Band of Brothers HBO Series
• 7 p.m. — The Band of Brothers Legacy 25 Years Later documentary premiere, followed by a discussion with documentary producers and actors
All times are Eastern.
Tickets:
https://gettysburgmajestic.showare.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=460
Additional programming and guest updates:
https://www.gettysburgmuseumofhistory.com/foundation/
Complimentary Media Credentials
Complimentary media credentials are available for any daytime panel, the documentary premiere, or both, by advance arrangement. Contact Jody Wilson at 443-244-7927.
About the Gettysburg Museum of History Foundation
The Gettysburg Museum of History Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to preserving America’s historical artifacts, honoring veterans, and making history accessible through education and remembrance. The Foundation supports the museum’s expansion, artifact preservation, and educational programs to share these stories with future generations.
Jody Wilson
Gettysburg Museum of History Foundation
+1 443-244-7927
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