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Events Upcoming for May

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  • Landscapes, Structures, Waterways, and Bridges

    Saturday, May 18, 2013

    This spring, Valley Forge National Historical Park is partnering with the Freedom Valley YMCA to bring you an interdisciplinary photography and American history opportunity. More

    Time:
    8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
    Location:
    Various
    Fees:
    free

  • Landscapes, Structures, Waterways, and Bridges

    Saturday, May 25, 2013

    This spring, Valley Forge National Historical Park is partnering with the Freedom Valley YMCA to bring you an interdisciplinary photography and American history opportunity. More

    Time:
    8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
    Location:
    Various
    Fees:
    free

  • National Trails Day ®

    Saturday, June 1, 2013

    Outdoor recreation and healthy living will be celebrated during the National Trails Day festivities at the Park's Betzwood Picnic Area. More

    Time:
    8:00 AM to 1:00 PM
    Location:
    Betzwood Picnic Area
    Fees:
    free

  • Landscapes, Structures, Waterways, and Bridges

    Saturday, June 1, 2013

    This spring, Valley Forge National Historical Park is partnering with the Freedom Valley YMCA to bring you an interdisciplinary photography and American history opportunity. More

    Time:
    8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
    Location:
    Various
    Fees:
    free
 

Special Event Newsletters
Valley Forge and its partners offer a multitude of special events and programs each year, from annual commemorations to guest lectures, and from children's educational activities to volunteering events. Browse through a full calendar year of events and click on the embedded hotlinks for more information. Download and save or print copies of these newsletters to keep with your family calendar!

2013 Special Events

Seasonal Interpretive Programs
In addition to special events, Valley Forge Park offers seasonal ranger-led programs, tours, and children's activities. Programs are offered daily in the summer season (mid-June through Labor Day) and weekends in the spring and fall. For your planning convenience the park publishes seasonal program guides as well as the Today at Valley Forge quick reference guide.


Additional Trip Planning Materials
Park Closures & Things to Know Before You Come | Directions
Operating Hours & Seasons | Fees & Reservations
Things To Do | Trail Maps & Brochures | Getting Around

Did You Know?

fall hut

None of the original soldier huts remain. The huts that you see in the park today are reproductions based on the model that General Washington wanted the soldiers to follow. Despite a lack of tools and the relative haste in which they were built, most served as decent shelters for the troops.