However , it is also known for the Lutheran Theological Seminary , founded in 1826 , Gettysburg College ( originally Pennsylvania College ) , which began operating in 1832 , and Harrisburg Area Community College . Although known primarily as an attraction because of its proximity to the Gettysburg Battlefield , site of the Battle of Gettysburg , the borough is also known for its institutions of higher learning , namely the Lutheran Theological Seminary , founded in 1826 , Gettysburg College ( originally Pennsylvania College ) , which began operating in 1832 , and Harrisburg Area Community College .