50/250 Celebration: Camp Life
Valley Forge 50/250 Celebration: Camp Life
When: Saturday, July 4, 2026 from 10 am to 1 pm
Where: Muhlenberg's Brigade
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 >
Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Valley Forge National Historical Park and the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence by immersing yourself in American Revolutionary Wary history at Muhlenberg's Brigade. Speak with reenactors, learn about the clothes, food, gear, weapons, living conditions, and experiences of officers, enlisted soldiers, women, and children during the encampment at Valley Forge and the American Revolution at large.
The park will be extremely busy this day. Please plan accordingly.
Fees
This event is free to attend.
Location
The Valley Forge 50/250 Celebration Camp Life 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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Camp Life programming is ongoing between 10 am and 1 pm. Artillery firing demonstration takes place at 11 am (weather permitting)
Contact Information
Gregory Purifoy
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Event Type
- Living History
- Other
- Talk