Mightier than the Sword? Running a Revolutionary Army on Quills and Ink
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Special Event
Mightier than the Sword?
Running a Revolutionary Army on Quills and Ink
Where: Visitor Center at Valley Forge
When: 10 AM to 4 PM on Saturday, May 9, 2026
Stationer Ben Bartgis will offer an informal living history program for visitors, with an emphasis on documents and letter writing as it relates to the Franco-American Alliance. Program includes a table display of original and reproduction items related to colonial reading, writing, and education.
Fees
This event is free to attend.
Location
The program will take place inside the Visitor Center at Valley Forge.
Latitude and Longitude 40.101382, -75.422327
Schedule
Date:
May 9, 2026
Time:
10:00 AM
Duration:
6 hours
10 AM to 4 PM (with time for lunch)
Contact Information
Jennifer Bolton
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Event Type
- Cultural/Craft Demonstration
- Living History
Tags:
living history, ranger program, valley forge national historical park, valley forge