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Valley Forge National Historical Park
For Kids

for kids includes:

Be A Junior Ranger
Park Fun
 
Children learning a musket drill from a continental soldier during the Join the Army Junior Ranger program.
Valley Forge NHP
Learning to drill and march.

JOIN THE CONTINENTAL ARMY

Young recruits will receive enlistment papers and be issued dummy muskets to learn the techniques and marching maneuvers necessary to be a soldier. Participants are encouraged to attend all programs, as the activities will change and build on what is learned from month to month. Some of the activities may take place outdoors, so please dress accordingly and wear sturdy shoes.....more information.

 

PECO Podcasts Through History
Learn about Valley Forge in a fun and exciting way. A series of 10 podcasts was released from February through June 2008. Watch all 10 episodes today.
The Schuylkill River on the summer sun.  

Did You Know?
Valley Forge NHP is part of the Schuylkill River National & State Heritage Area, which stretches 128 miles from Philadelphia to Pottsville. The region is nationally significant for the roles that its people, places, and events played in the American, industrial, and environmental revolutions.

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Last Updated: April 06, 2009 at 11:35 EST