Learn About the Park

 

Looking to learn more?

• News
  Browse press releases, subscribe to updates and dig into archived news.
  
  
• Photos and more
  Experience the park from afar! Check out our photo galleries, videos and more.
  
  
• History & Culture
  Learn more about the historic landscapes, structures, objects and archaeological resources at Valley Forge.
  
  
• Nature
  Valley Forge provides a variety of habitat types for over 315 animal and 730 plant species.
  
  
• Education
  Bring Valley Forge to the classroom or the classroom to Valley Forge. Browse lesson plans, homeschool day events, field trip information, and professional development opportunities.
  
  
• Meet your park
  Have you ever wondered how the National Park Services manages a park, day-to-day? Learn how your tax dollars are spent, long-range park planning and improvements, get links to detailed policies and regulations, and more.
  
  
• Kids & Youth
  Learn how to become a junior ranger; look for youth events and activities, and find out about scouting programs available at the park.
  
  
• Bookstore
  The Encampment Store is the non-profit partner of Valley Forge National Historical Park. A percentage of all purchases, in-store and online, go back to Valley Forge. The store also offers a number of guided tours including trolley tours, bike tours, and private step-on tours.