50/250 Celebration: House of Declaration
House of Declaration
When: Saturday, July 4, 2026 from 9 am to 1 pm
Where: Maurice Stephens House (shuttle stop 5)
ALERT: Extreme Heat Forecasted - Outdoor programming will end early on July 3, 4, and 5, 2026.
Learn more at go.nps.gov/vafo-50-250 >
Join the Valley Forge Park Alliance the philanthropic and stewardship partner to Valley Forge National Historical Park at the Maurice Stephens House to hear the Declaration of Independence read out loud in its entirety. Participate in commemorative activities celebrating the 50th birthday of Valley Forge National Historical Park (also the 50th birthday of the Valley Forge Park Alliance, formerly the Friends of Valley Forge), and purchase food provided by ANEU kitchens.
The park will be extremely busy this day and parking is limited. Please plan accordingly. Additional trip-planning materials and transportation information is available at go.nps.gov/vafo-50-250
Fees
This event is free to attend.
Location
The House of Declaration programming is located at the Maurice Stephens House (shuttle stop 5). Programming led by the Valley Forge Park Alliance.
Latitude and Longitude 40.103103, -75.436243
Schedule
Date:
Time:
Duration:
House of Declaration programming at the Maurice Stephens House is ongoing from 9 am to 1 pm on July 4, 2026. Readings of the Declaration of Independence take place at 10 am and 12:30 pm.
Contact Information
Gregory Purifoy
Contact Us
Event Type
- Living History
- Other
- Partner Program
- Talk