Fall Campfire Program - Communities at War

Partner Event
October 5 - 5, 2024 @ 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM EDT

Chicago, IL 60625

Fall Campfire Program – Communities at War

Saturday, October 5 at 7 PM

December 1777, the Continental Army arrived at Valley Forge to begin to set up their military encampment. The army fought around the Philadelphia area for months prior, relying on local communities big and small for supplies, shelter, and medical care. This program will look at a few of these communities, including Bethlehem, Lancaster, Lititz, and others that were involved in the cause of independence.

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Fall campfire programs take place at 7 PM on selected Saturdays in autumn at Conway's Brigade.

Join a park ranger for an interactive evening by the campfire as we discuss interesting
stories of Valley Forge and the American Revolution. The programs are located at Conway’s Brigade, and run for about an hour. Topics vary.

Accessible from PA Route 23. Park at the Von Steuben Statue parking lot or the
Varnum’s Picnic Area parking lot, then walk down the historic trace road, following the lanterns to Conway’s Brigade.

Bring a flashlight, a blanket, and a jacket.

The program will be canceled in the event of rain, call 610-783-1099 before 5 PM to check on the status of the program.

Contact
Valley Forge National Historical Park
610-783-1099 (visitor center)