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4 days ago · The park features 3,500 acres of meadows, woodlands, and monuments commemorating the sacrifices and perseverance of the Revolutionary War generation and honoring the power of people to pull together and overcome adversity during extraordinary times.
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Valley Forge National Historical Park is open year-round,...
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Maps and brochures. Brochure Map. Map includes Encampment...
- Things to Do
Walk, run, bike, or paddle 78 miles at Valley Forge between...
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Ranger programs are typically scheduled between 10 AM and 12...
- History & Culture
Valley Forge National Historical Park is nationally...
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Leashed pets are welcome on Valley Forge grounds but are not...
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Valley Forge was the winter encampment of the Continental Army, under the command of George Washington, during the American Revolutionary War. The Valley Forge encampment lasted six months, from December 19, 1777 to June 19, 1778.
On December 19th, 1777, 12,000 soldiers and 400 women and children marched into Valley Forge and began to build what essentially became the fourth largest city in the colonies at the time, with 1,500 log huts and two miles of fortifications.
Dec 12, 2018 · Valley Forge in Pennsylvania was the encampment of General George Washington and thousands of troops of the Continental Army during the winter of 1777-1778.
Aug 24, 2023 · Valley Forge National Historical Park is open year-round, has no entrance fees, and welcomes around two million visitors each year. Historic buildings, statues and monuments, and 35 miles of trails can be found in this beautiful 3,500-acre landscape.
Though famous for its history, Valley Forge National Historical Park offers an array of recreational activities, exciting annual events, and access to some of the best attractions in Montco — making for an unforgettable trip.
Valley Forge National Historical Park is the site of the third winter encampment of the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War from December 19, 1777 to June 19, 1778. The National Park Service preserves the site and interprets the history of the Valley Forge encampment.
