NPS Photo / G. Purifoy Ranger programs are offered most days during the summer months. (see details below). Ranger programs are typically scheduled between 10 AM and 12 PM, or between 1 PM and 3 PM. Locations vary according to season and staffing. Call the information desk at 610-783-1099 or ask a ranger inside the Visitor Center at Valley Forge for the most current information about daily times, topics, and locations of ranger programs. 2025 Campfire ScheduleFull program schedule and descriptions for 2025 campfire programs at Valley Forge. 
NPS Graphic / G. Purifoy Fall Campfire ProgramsWhen: Selected Saturdays in the fall at 7 PMWhere: Conway's BrigadeJoin a park ranger for an interactive evening by the campfire as we discuss unique stories of Valley Forge and the American Revolution. The programs run for about an hour. Conway’s Brigade & Parking: Accessible from PA Route 23. Park at the Von Steuben Statue parking lot or the Varnum’s Picnic Area parking lot, then walk down the historic trace road to Conway’s Brigade. What to Bring: Flashlight, blanket, jacket. Weather: The program will be canceled for rain, call 610-783-1099 before 5 PM to check on the status of the program. 
NPS Photo / G. Purifoy Washington's Headquarters and Valley Forge Station Open HousePark rangers and volunteers are on site during operating hours to interpret the house and answer visitor questions. Open daily March through October. Winter hours vary. See full seasonal operating hours here. Washington's HeadquartersRooms are furnished to represent how they may have looked during the Valley Forge encampment. Historic Valley Forge StationContains museum exhibits, located adjacent to Washington's Headquarters. 
NPS Photo / G. Purifoy Art in the Park OutingsJoin rangers each month at a different beautiful location in the park to practice your photography, sketching, drawing, or painting in a stress-free, judgment-free environment. Bring your own equipment and supplies. The program is free and advance registration is not required. Outings are scheduled in the morning usually from 8 AM to 11 AM on either Saturdays or Sundays. Join the Art in the Park Facebook community! 2025 Art in the Park Outings
You can also check thve event calendar and search using the keyword "Art in the Park" to find upcoming programs. 
NPS Photo / B. Dhunjisha Story Time at Valley ForgeJoin park rangers on four Saturday mornings in February and March as they read a short story about the history or natural resources found at the park. Who: Geared towards families with kids in preschool through 2nd grade (all children are required to have a parent or guardian present). Where: The Meeting Room at Valley Forge located on the 2nd floor of the visitor center building. (1000 North Outer Line Drive). When: 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM - 1 hour duration
Cost: Free! Seasonal Programming ChangesSummer(June through August). Ranger programs are offered most days during the summer months. Fall(September through November) Ranger programs are offered on weekends in the fall. WinterThere are no regularly scheduled ranger programs at Valley Forge from December through Februrary. Even though regular ranger programs don't start until March, there are special events and programming, including March-In (around Dec. 19), Washington's Birthday (Feb. 19), and Story Time at Valley Forge Spring(March through May) Ranger programs are offered on weekends in the spring. |
Last updated: September 3, 2025