50/250 Celebration: Opening Ceremony
Valley Forge 50/250 Celebration: Opening Ceremony
When: Friday, July 3, 2026 from 10 am to 12 pm
Where: Muhlenberg's Brigade (shuttle stop 2)
ALERT: Extreme Heat Forecasted - Outdoor programming will end early on July 3, 4, and 5, 2026.
Learn more at go.nps.gov/vafo-50-250 >
Kick off this special July 4th weekend at Valley Forge with opening remarks and living history demonstrations at Muhlenberg's Brigade in commemoration of the 50th Anniversary of Valley Forge National Historical Park and the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.
The park will be extremely busy this day and parking is limited. Please plan accordingly. Additional trip-planning materials and transportation information is available at go.nps.gov/vafo-50-250
Fees
This event is free to attend.
Location
The Valley Forge 50/250 Celebration Opening Ceremony and living history programming will take place at Muhlenberg's Brigade, near the reconstructed log soldier huts.
Latitude and Longitude 40.097328, -75.425511
Schedule
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The Opening Ceremony takes place at 10 am. Musket firing demonstration takes place at 11 am.
Contact Information
Gregory Purifoy
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Event Type
- Living History
- Other
- Talk