Valley Forge National Historical Park
Valley Forge National Historical Park is a 3,500-acre site 24 miles from Independence Hall where General George Washington’s Continental Army endured the winter of 1777–1778.
It features historic structures, reconstructed log huts, monuments, and over 30 miles of trails for hiking, biking, and horseback riding.
The park offers educational exhibits and guided tours highlighting its Revolutionary War significance.
Address: 1400 North Outer Line Drive, King of Prussia, PA 19406
Phone: (610) 783-1000
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Chester County Briefly: January 29
Ker-Feal Natural Lands, the region’s oldest and largest land conservation organization, has placed a conservation easement on 137 acres of the historic Ker-Feal property. Located…
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Chester County Briefly: January 16
Lamb McErlane Attorneys and staff from the law firm in West Chester supported the community this holiday season by filling Christmas stockings with toys, gift…
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Historic Mansion at Valley Forge Park Being Renovated to Attract Future Tenants
The historic Kennedy Supplee Mansion at the Valley Forge National Historical Park is undergoing hundreds of thousands of dollars in renovations in the hopes of…
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On Constitution Day, An Invitation
By David Harmer The Declaration of Independence inaugurated the American experiment with these stirring words: “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men…
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AncestryDNA Helps Long Island Man Connect with His Half-Siblings in Chester County
After giving up hope that he would ever find his birth family, Stanley Borushik – a resident of Planview, N.Y. – tracked down his half-siblings…
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Here’s How Much Money Valley Forge Park Generated Last Year for the Local Economy
A new study by the National Park Service shows that tourism to Valley Forge National Historical Park brought in $39.9 million in economic benefits to…
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Invasive Species ‘Feel the Burn’ at Valley Forge Park
National Park Service crews used a prescribed fire burn at Valley Forge National Historical Park, along the border between Chester and Montgomery counties, to control…
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From MONTCO: North Gulph Road Office Building in King of Prussia to Get a New Look
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New Superintendent Assumes the Reins at Valley Forge National Historical Park
Valley Forge National Historical Park has found its new superintendent in Steve Sims, a former facility manager at Independence National Historic Park, writes Mark Abrams…
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Chester County Leadership – Vince Pompo, Attorney, Lamb McErlane
Vince Pompo, an attorney at Lamb McErlane, spoke with VISTA Today about growing up in Ridley Township, where he walked to school every day and…
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Longwood Gardens Helps Bring Record Number of Visitors to Philly Region
Valley Forge National Historical Park and Longwood Gardens are among the attractions that helped make the 2016 tourist season the best one yet for the…
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Washington Memorial Chapel Added to National Register of Historic Places
The Washington Memorial Chapel, located in Valley Forge, has been added to the National Register of Historic Places by the U.S. Department of the Interior.…
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Chesco Camera Club to Hold Free Photo Workshop at Penn State Great Valley on Wednesday
Penn State Great Valley is set to capture the perfect scene for aspiring photographers and art enthusiasts: a free workshop filled with stunning photos and…
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New Book Touts Longwood Gardens, Valley Forge Park as ‘Places to Go Before You Die’
Want to land tables at Philadelphia’s trendiest restaurants? Score discounted show tickets? Make your apathetic teen’s jaw drop? Keep your toddler busy on a rainy…
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Chester County Datebook – August 9th
Here’s what’s happening on Tuesday and Wednesday in Chester County Datebook. On Tuesday, SCORE of Chester & Delaware Counties will host Social Media 101 from…
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Poll: Your Top Chester County Tourist Spot(s)
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VISTA Poll: Which Suburban Tourist Spots Did You Visit Last Year?
Earlier this week, the Philadelphia Business Journal published a list of the most popular tourist attractions in the Philadelphia region. Among the popular destination spots…
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Longwood Gardens Ranks Fifth Among Most Popular Attractions in Philadelphia Region
New research conducted by the Philadelphia Business Journal has determined the most popular attractions in the Philadelphia region, based on 2015 visitation. Among the Top…
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