Valley Forge National Historical Park
1400 N Outer Line Dr, King of Prussia, PA 19406
Hours
9:30 AM – 5 PM
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| Fri | 9:30 AM – 5 PM |
|---|---|
| Sat | 9:30 AM – 5 PM |
| Sun | 9:30 AM – 5 PM |
| Mon | 9:30 AM – 5 PM |
| Tue | 9:30 AM – 5 PM |
| Wed | 9:30 AM – 5 PM |
| Thu | 9:30 AM – 5 PM |
Last checked 2026-10-12
- Cost
- Free
- Indoor / outdoor
- Indoor & outdoor
- Typical visit
- 3 hr
Free admission. Wide paved trails good for strollers and bikes. Muhlenberg Hut area is manageable loop. Visitor center has junior ranger program. 45 min from Wilmington.
Family Logistics
Admission
Free admission
Park entrance is free. Fees apply for trolley tours or special events.
Hours, in the venue's words
Park grounds: 7 AM to dark daily, year-round. Visitor Center: 9 AM to 5 PM daily, closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day. Historic buildings have varying seasonal hours, check website for details.
Seasonal hours
Historic buildings like Washington's Headquarters have seasonal hours (e.g., winter hours may be weekends only). Some picnic area restrooms may vary seasonally.
Parking
Free parking lots are available throughout the park, including at the Visitor Center and each tour stop.
Upcoming Events
Families will attend an evening program at Valley Forge National Historical Park that explores a lesser-known chapter of American history, focusing on the political challenges faced by George Washington during the Valley Forge encampment. The event includes storytelling and historical reenactment elements, likely presented in a campfire-style setting with audience participation.
More infoFamilies will gather around a campfire at Valley Forge National Historical Park for a ranger-led discussion about the Conway Cabal, a lesser-known chapter of the American Revolution involving challenges to George Washington's leadership. The program lasts about an hour and includes storytelling and historical insights in an outdoor setting.
More infoWhat's Killing the Bats? The Deadly Spread of White-Nose Syndrome Campfire Program
Sat, Oct 31 at 7:00 PM
Families will gather around a campfire at Muhlenberg's Brigade to hear a park ranger share insights about white-nose syndrome, a fungal disease affecting bat populations across the U.S. The program includes storytelling and discussion, lasting about an hour, and is held outdoors under the night sky.
More infoWhat's Killing the Bats? The Deadly Spread of White-Nose Syndrome
Sat, Oct 31 at 7:00 PM
Families will attend an evening program outdoors at Valley Forge National Historical Park, where a ranger will discuss the impact of white-nose syndrome on bat populations across the U.S. The presentation will include details about the disease’s discovery, spread, and current conservation efforts. Attendees are encouraged to bring a flashlight, blanket, jacket, and camp chair for comfort during the evening session.
More infoTales Of The Mad Prussian: The Misadventures of Johan von Krafft
Sat, Nov 7 at 7:00 PM
Families will hear a historical storytelling program about a real-life soldier of fortune who tried to join the American Revolution on both sides. The event takes place outdoors at Valley Forge National Historical Park, featuring a ranger-led narrative with elements of adventure, duels, and 18th-century intrigue. Attendees are encouraged to bring a flashlight, blanket, jacket, and camp chair for comfort during the evening program.
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