Frequently Asked Questions

This page will be updated as we receive visitor questions.

Is New Philadelphia a national park?

New Philadelphia National Historic Site was established as a unit of the National Park System as part of the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2023. It was signed into law by President Biden on December 29, 2022. However, the National Park Service does not yet own land at the site. The National Park Service is working in partnership with community stakeholders and existing site partners to plan New Philadelphia National Historic Site. During this process, the site will continue to be stewarded and maintained by the New Philadelphia Association. Find additional information on our management page.

Is there a Passport Stamp Available?

A Passport to Your National Parks® cancellation stamp highlighting the site’s association with the National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom is available at the Barry City Hall and at the Barry Public Library.

Is a Junior Ranger Program Available?

No. Because New Philadelphia is a newly established park, many materials and programs, including a junior ranger program, are not yet available. However, you may find these materials helpful:

• Two temporary brochures for the park are available for download.
• Lesson plans developed by the National Park Service's Teaching With Historic Places.