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    Valley Forge

    National Historical Park Pennsylvania

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Permits

Two picnic tables shaded by summer trees along the Schuylkill River trail.

A picnic area at Betzwood.

Valley Forge NHP

SPECIAL USE PERMITS

Valley Forge National Historical Park is home to many beautiful landscapes, monuments and historic sites that are ideal venues for a variety of special activities such as cultural programs, picnics, wedding ceremonies, and film and photography projects. If you are interested in any of these activities please review the information below to find out how you go about applying for a special use permit. Information on park locations and facilities, frequently asked questions about special use permits, and the applications for special use permits can be found at the link below. If you have any questions or need additional information please call the park at 610 783-1000 and select option 4. Click the links below for more information as well as for appropriate application forms (choose form based on necessity or desired use of location).

 

General Application Updated November 2010

Filming/Photography Application (LONG FORM).

Filming/Photography Application (SHORT FORM).


Did You Know?

Camp follower and continental soldier presenting program

Valley Forge contains a complete educational and recreational experience including 26 miles of trails and a variety of programs from engaging stories of history to the annual Presidents’ Day Weekend events and the March Out Commemoration in June.