Join the Skippack Historical Society for our annual Washington’s Encampment, a living history event that brings the American Revolution to life. We gather at the historic 1720s Indenhofen Farmstead, a site that witnessed the Continental Army’s presence during the fall of 1777. Skippack played a vital role as a stepping stone between the Battles of...
Visit the Skippack Historical Society booth at the Skippack Days event and stop by to learn more about our local history, upcoming events, and ways to get involved. While you’re there, enjoy arts and crafts vendors, great food, and live entertainment located throughout the entire Skippack Village. It’s a perfect day to explore the village,...
There is But One Option for the Winter—Valley Forge Presented by Ken Gavin, Historian and Encampment Guide at Valley Forge National Historical Park Why Valley Forge? And how did the Continental Army’s decision to spend the winter of 1777–1778 there shape the course of the American Revolution? Join historian and encampment guide Ken Gavin for...
Celebrate the season at the Skippack Fall Festival! Join Skippack Township and the Skippack Historical Society for our annual FallFest on Saturday, October 24, 2026 from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the historic Allebach & Cholet Farm. Spend the day enjoying the charm of one of Skippack’s oldest farmsteads, once home to families who...
Join the Skippack Historical Society for our Annual Members Dinner, an evening to celebrate the past year and the community that makes our work possible. Enjoy a night of great food, drinks, and camaraderie, along with a special historic presentation, raffles, and more as we reflect on the year and look ahead. Sunday, November 15:00...
Love local history? Come see what the Skippack Historical Society is all about at our November program featuring Noah Caplan of Historic Trappe. The Life of Peter Muhlenberg 📅 November 19 ⏰ 7:30–9:30 PM 📍 Skippack Township Building From his childhood in Trappe and tumultuous years in Germany to his ministry, military service during the...
Celebrate the holiday season at the IndenHofen Farmstead Holiday Open House. Join us on Saturday, December 6, from 1:00 to 5:00 PM for an afternoon of history, warmth, and festive cheer at one of Skippack’s most treasured historic sites. During your visit, you can: • Explore the historic house and summer kitchen filled with locally...