Lord Nelson's Gallery is located in the James Gettys Hotel building, one half block from Lincoln Square on Chambersburg Street (Rte. 30 West). Lord Nelson's first opened its doors in March of 1990. What evolved from an import shop selling Guatemalan goods, Belgian lace and chocolates, Alaskan carvings and Black Hills Gold jewelry, now specializes in Eastern Indian/Frontier Art—art depicting the 18th century frontier—as well as wildlife art and gifts. The store was named after Nelson, our black Lab who greeted Lord Nelson's customers until 1996.

Whether you're simply browsing, looking for wildlife related art and gift items, or are interested in historical 18th century art and books dealing with the Eastern Woodland Indian and frontiersman, Lord Nelson's should not disappoint you. Should you walk into Lord Nelson's with the intent of finding Civil War art, you have come to the wrong place. We are one of the few stores in Gettysburg that has nothing Civil War related. The first referral for Civil War items would be to visit the Gettysburg Frame Shop, just three doors up the street.

If you have any questions, don't hesitate to email us. Lord Nelson's owners and employees are very knowledgeable and can help you with any questions you may have.

Philippe du Bois
Originally born in Belgium, Philippe has been living in the U.S. for over 30 years and has been the co-owner then manager of Lord Nelson's since its inception in March of 1990. He grew up in Ridgewood, New Jersey, a suburb of New York City until his departure for college in northern Wisconsin. Northland College, on the shores of Lake Superior, was his home for the next five years where he graduated with a B.S. in Earth Sciences with an emphasis on Natural History.
      As a youth, Philippe traveled extensively throughout Europe as most of his relatives still remain there. His fluent knowledge in French gave him the advantage of not appearing too much like a tourist and to this day, helps him as he is able to provide French speaking tourists with information about Gettysburg. Philippe married Wendy Lauer in 1994 and they now have two children, Andrew born in May 1996, and Melanie born in July 1998. They very much enjoy living in their home within the borough of Gettysburg.

Stephanie McSherry
Stephanie is the daughter of George and Audrey Lower. She was born and raised in the Gettysburg area and has a great love and appreciation for Gettysburg and its history. Stephanie has been involved in the tourism business since she was 13 years old and worked as an information representative for the Gettysburg Convention and Visitors Bureau throughout high school.
      After graduating fromGettysburg High School, she attended Northland College in Ashland, Wisconsin. Throughout her four years in the Northwoods, she focused her education on American History, Biology and Native American Studies. In 1989, she graduated from Northland with a BS in Environmental Studies with an emphasis on Interpretation of Natural and Cultural History.
      Starting with internships during college and carrying on after graduation, Stephanie worked as an interpretive park ranger for the National Park Service. Starting in her hometown of Gettysburg, and later moving on to Harpers Ferry National Historical Park and Catoctin Mountain Park.
      Stephanie has one daughter, Emma Kate, born in September 1999. Today, Stephanie manages the James Gettys Hotel which was completely restored in 1996. The hotel offers twelve suites and the quaintness of a small European style hotel. Stephanie also assisted in the founding of Lord Nelson's in 1990.