NPS Image Archival Collections at Valley ForgeThe archives at Valley Forge include the park's administrative and resource management records as well as collections of donated manuscripts. The collections consist of textual material, photographs in several formats, microfilm, audio/video materials, and maps, plans and drawings. Paul P. Cret Architectural Drawing Collection, VAFO 61087View this collection on NPGalleryThe collection encompasses the work of Paul P. Cret, architect commissioned by the Valley Forge Park Commission to design the National Memorial Arch 1910-1924, and consists of drawings pertaining to the design and construction of the arch as well as the relocation of the Houdon Statue of George Washington in 1943. The work was not completed at that time. Archive ServicesResearch AccessArchives at Valley Forge National Historical Park are available for research purposes to the general public as well as National Park Service staff, volunteers, partners, and contractors. Click here to contact the park Curator. Availability of MaterialsDigital scans are available at a nominal fee for most materials limited only by copyright or legal restrictions. Digital copies of photographs in archival collections are available at a nominal fee upon request. U.S. Copyright:All researchers are advised to comply with U.S. copyright law as it relates to the use of photographic reproductions and digital copies of archival materials. Interested in Genealogy?The Valley Forge Muster Roll, a project of the Valley Forge Park Alliance, is a great resource for searching the records for who was encamped at Valley Forge. 
NPS Image Documents & PublicationsElectronic Technical Information Center ResourcesThe National Park Service's Electronic Technical Information Center hosts finalized resource management documents at pubs.nps.gov. Search for "Valley Forge National Historical Park" to find over 100 digitized documents. Search the Electronic Technical Information CenterThe National ArchivesThe National Archives manages additional permanent records created by Valley Forge National Historical Park Search the National ArchivesNPGalleryExplore digitized collections of maps, plans, and architectural drawings on NPGallery. Search Valley Forge collections on NPGalleryNPS Library Information CenterConnect to hundreds of thousands of references, catalog records, and digital materials, including the Valley Forge Library Catalog, on the NPS Library Information Center webpage. Search the NPS Library Catalog |
Last updated: December 18, 2025