National Register of Historic Places
Valley Forge National Historical Park
Valley Forge National Historical Park is a historic place in Norristown, Chester County, Pennsylvania, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on October 15, 1966, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 66000657.
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Valley Forge National Historical Park
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About this place
What is Valley Forge National Historical Park?
Valley Forge National Historical Park is the site of the third winter encampment of the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War from December 19, 1777 to June 19, 1778. The National Park Service preserves the site and interprets the history of the Valley Forge encampment. The park contains historical buildings, recreated encampment structures, memorials, museums, and recreation facilities.
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The record
Listing details
- Name
- Valley Forge National Historical Park
- City
- Norristown
- County
- Chester County
- State
- Pennsylvania
- Listed on the National Register
- October 15, 1966
- NRIS reference number
- 66000657
- Resource type
- district
- National Historic Landmark
- Yes
- Coordinates
- 40.10158, -75.44958
When was Valley Forge National Historical Park listed on the National Register?
Valley Forge National Historical Park was added to the National Register of Historic Places on October 15, 1966.
Where is Valley Forge National Historical Park located?
Valley Forge National Historical Park is located in Norristown, Chester County, Pennsylvania at approximately 40.10158, -75.44958. See the map above.
Is Valley Forge National Historical Park a National Historic Landmark?
Yes. Valley Forge National Historical Park is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.