Historic Philadelphia

Storytelling Benches

Come and listen as specially trained storytellers share riveting stories of the Valley Forge encampment, and how it became a turning point in the Revolutionary War. Our Once Upon A Nation storytellers aren’t dressed in colonial garb, but they’ll effortlessly transport you back in time as you sit on spacious and comfortable teak benches. Stories last just a few minutes each and are told continuously during operating hours. You can start at any of the benches, all clearly marked with a “Once Upon A Nation” sign. And it’s completely FREE!

OPERATING HOURS:

• May 29 – June 6: Saturdays and Sundays, 11am – 4pm,
• June 12 – September 6: Daily, 11am – 4pm
• September 11 – October 24: Saturdays and Sundays, 11am – 4pm,

BENCH LOCATIONS:

Valley Forge has 4 storytelling locations – at the Welcome Center, National Memorial Arch, Train Station at Washington’s Headquarters and Varnum's Quarters.

DON’T MISS OUR HISTORIC PHILADELPHIA BENCHES!
The 13 original Once Upon A Nation storytelling benches continue to bring America’s stories to life!