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Valley Forge National Historical Park
For Kids

for kids includes:

Be A Junior Ranger
Park Fun
 
Children learning a musket drill from a continental soldier during the Join the Army Junior Ranger program.
Valley Forge NHP
Learning to drill and march.

JOIN THE CONTINENTAL ARMY

Young recruits will receive enlistment papers and be issued dummy muskets to learn the techniques and marching maneuvers necessary to be a soldier. Participants are encouraged to attend all programs, as the activities will change and build on what is learned from month to month. Programs are held at the park the first Saturday of the month, January through April. Some of the activities may take place outdoors, so please dress accordingly and wear sturdy shoes.....more information.

 

PECO Podcasts Through History
Learn about Valley Forge in a fun and exciting way. A series of 10 podcasts was released from February through June 2008. Watch all 10 episodes today.
Great Egret © Bill Moses  

Did You Know?
Valley Forge NHP is one of the largest open spaces in southeastern Pennsylvania with 3,500 acres containing habitats for hundreds of plants and animals including 200 species of birds.

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Last Updated: September 25, 2008 at 15:35 EST