Check out this line up of fun events at Valley Forge Park in May.
Tuesday, May 3, 2011: The Friends of Valley Forge Park Speaker Series
The Friends welcome Thomas Fleming, Best-selling, award-winning internationally recognized author. “Now We Are Enemies: The Story of Bunker Hill” remains the quintessential narrative of encounter called the Battle of Bunker Hill. First published in 1960, it is as gripping now – and as vital to our understanding of the word “American” – as it was then. Lecture takes place at the Washington Memorial Chapel at 7pm. Free to members and the public. Contact: Nancy Loane, [email protected], 610-783-1777 Join the event on Facebook!Associated web pages:
http://www.friendsofvalleyforge.org/index.html
Saturday, May 7, 2011: Our New Best Friends: French Alliance Celebration
10:00AM-4:00PM
In May of 1778 the French allied with the Americans to help them in their war for Independence. Join Park Rangers, The Oneida Indian Nation, volunteers, and special guest, Le Marquis de Lafayette, as we celebrate this turning point in the American Revolution the way the Continental Army did here at Valley Forge. Enjoy day-long kid friendly activities and take part in a toast to the alliance (juice to be served) and watch living history reenactors as they perform a feu de joie, or fire of joy (the Army’s version of the wave).Contact: Pete Maugle, 610-783-1021 or email [email protected]
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Thursday, May 12, 2011: Home School Day
Do you have home school students who would like to visit Valley Forge and get a unique educational experience? Park rangers and costumed interpreters bring the past to life with special programs and hands-on activities designed for school-aged children. No reservations required! Program is ongoing from 10AM to 3PM at the Muhlenberg Brigade.For more information contact Pete Maugle, 610-783-1021 or email [email protected]
Monday, May 30, 2011: Memorial Day Commemoration
Join Park Staff and the Friends of Valley Forge Park as we reflect and honor those who have served, and are currently serving, our country. A Walk of Remembrance will commence at the Visitor Center at 9am and walk with a Park Ranger along the Joseph Plumb Martin Trail placing flags at monuments and learning their historical significance. Later in the day, enjoy some patriotic music and gather along-side armed service representatives for a wreath-laying ceremony and national moment of silence at 3 PM at the National Memorial Arch.
Contact: Barb Pollarine, 610-783-1032
