Learn About the Park

History and Culture

Learn more about the historic landscapes, structures, objects and archaeological resources at Valley Forge.

Nature

Valley Forge provides a variety of habitat types for over 315 animal and 730 plant species.

Education

Bring Valley Forge to the classroom or the classroom to Valley Forge.

Kids and Youth

Learn how to become a junior ranger; look for youth events and activities, and find out about scouting programs available at the park.

The Encampment Store

The Encampment Store is the non-profit partner of Valley Forge National Historical Park.

 

Looking to learn more?

• News
  Browse press releases, subscribe to updates and dig into archived news.
  
  
• Photos and more
  Experience the park from afar! Check out our photo galleries, videos and more.
  
  
• History & Culture
  Learn more about the historic landscapes, structures, objects and archaeological resources at Valley Forge.
  
  
• Nature
  Valley Forge provides a variety of habitat types for over 315 animal and 730 plant species.
  
  
• Education
  Bring Valley Forge to the classroom or the classroom to Valley Forge. Browse lesson plans, homeschool day events, field trip information, and professional development opportunities.
  
  
• Meet your park
  Have you ever wondered how the National Park Services manages a park, day-to-day? Learn how your tax dollars are spent, long-range park planning and improvements, get links to detailed policies and regulations, and more.
  
  
• Kids & Youth
  Learn how to become a junior ranger; look for youth events and activities, and find out about scouting programs available at the park.
  
  
• Bookstore
  The Encampment Store is the non-profit partner of Valley Forge National Historical Park. A percentage of all purchases, in-store and online, go back to Valley Forge. The store also offers a number of guided tours including trolley tours, bike tours, and private step-on tours.