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Solar Eclipse Viewing at Valley Forge

Valley Forge National Historical Park

Special Event
  • Apr 8, 2024 at 2:00 PM
  • Free

Watch the Eclipse at Valley Forge

Join rangers and volunteers at the Wayne's Woods picnic area on Monday, April 8, 2024 from 2 PM to 4:30 PM.

Pick up a free pair of eclipse glasses (while supplies last), earn a special Junior Ranger Eclipse Explorer badge, look through a solar telescope, learn about the science of eclipses, and learn about the historical solar eclipses experienced by the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War.

More information

Fees

This event is free to attend.

Location

The Wayne's Woods picnic area is located on South Outer Line Drive between Encampment Tour stops 3 and 4.

Schedule

Date:

Apr 8, 2024

Time:

2:00 PM

Duration:

2 hours and 30 minutes

Programming begins at 2 PM at the Wayne's Woods picnic area. The eclipse itself begins at 2:08. The eclipse maximum -- the darkest point -- will occur at 3:23 PM. The eclipse ends at 4:34 PM.

Contact Information

Gregory Purifoy
610-783-1099
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Event Type

  • Children’s Program
  • Other
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