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The Library and Archives are available to the general public as well as National Park Service staff, volunteers, partners, and contractors.
The Library & Archives are available to the general public by appointment only. See the contact information at the bottom of the page to make an appointment.
Reference Assistance
Reference assistance about the collections is available, but we are unable to undertake lengthy research investigations. Requests for reference services can be made by telephone, fax, mail, e-mail, or in person.
Circulation
Library materials are available to park staff and volunteers on a circulating basis and all others may only use material in the park library.
Archival collections are only available for on-site research. For more information click here.
Availability of Photocopies
Photocopying services are available at a nominal fee for most materials limited only by copyright or legal restrictions.
Archives & Library - Photograph Reproduction Services
Photographic reproductions of park collections are available at reasonable rates. In order to request services, please:
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review the Price List and submit a written request for services according to the instructions contained in the price list;
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complete the Order Form and submit along with your request;
Researchers are advised to comply with U.S. copyright law concerning use of photographic reproductions and photocopying of archival materials.
Services available to National Park Service staff and volunteers only:
• Interlibrary Loan privileges to borrow from other libraries. (The Library does not currently loan materials outside the Park.)
U.S. Copyright:
All researchers are advised to comply with U.S. copyright law as it relates to the use of photographic reproductions and photocopying of archival materials.
Archives & Library – Contact Information
Dona McDermott, Archivist
Valley Forge National Historical Park
1400 N Outer Line Drive
King of Prussia, PA 19406-1009
Office : 610-783-1034
Fax : 610-783-1060
Library : 610-296-2593
Email: dona_mcdermott@nps.gov
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