Come celebrate 250 years of shared history in the Whitemarsh Valley and surrounding areas with entertainment by the Philly Fife and Drum Company, a Colonial flag presentation, costumed reenactors, patriotic face painting, historical society and historical site information booths, Colonial refreshments, and more! The event will also launch the Greater Whitemarsh History Consortium 250 Passport book, which encourages learning about the places, events, and people who shaped the area by visiting local sites that emerged along the Revolutionary War trails.
St. Thomas’ Episcopal Church, Whitemarsh
7020 Camp Hill Rd., Fort Washington
2:00 - 4:00 PM
This will be an outdoor event, weather permitting, or inside the Parish Hall Auditorium in case of bad weather.
Go to any of the historical sites below and pick up a copy of your 250th Anniversary Greater Whitemarsh passport. Collect a stamp at each location you visit.
Use social media to post your pictures, and encourage others to participate. Use the hashtag #GreaterWhitemarsh250 when you post!
Abolition Hall (built 1856) and the Maulsby/Hovenden House (built 1767) are Underground Railroad sites, recognized as both National and PA Historic Landmarks. After the Civil War this became the home and studio of Thomas Hovenden, who painted "Last Moments of John Brown".
Built as a summer home to the Chew family, Cliveden was the site of the Revolutionary War Battle of Germantown in 1777 and explores the lives of the Chew family and their workers, people who were enslaved by and in service to the Chews, from the 1760s until the 1970s.
The Friends of Hope Lodge, a non-profit community-based organization, supports and assists the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission by conducting the daily operations of the site.
Nestled on 59 acres, The Highlands Mansion & Gardens offers a unique blend of historic charm and natural beauty. Explore the 230-year-old mansion, wander through scenic gardens and trails, or host a memorable event in this peaceful, storied setting.
The Historical Society of Fort Washington is a non-profit organization founded for the purpose of identifying and preserving historical buildings, artifacts, landmarks, and memorabilia pertaining to Fort Washington and surrounding communities. Its headquarters is Clifton House.
The Historical Society of Montgomery County engages with the public to collect, preserve, and interpret the documents, artifacts, and stories that reflect the evolving mosaic that is our county.
Founded in 1936, the Old York Road Historical Society preserves and promotes the rich history, folklore, and culture of the communities along Old York Road—from Philadelphia to New Hope—while placing special focus on Montgomery County.
Pennypacker Mills is a historic Colonial Revival estate that was home of Governor Samuel W. Pennypacker and holds his extensive collection of antiques. The site also played a role in the Revolutionary War as one of George Washington’s headquarters in 1777.
Today, visitors can enjoy free guided tours and year‑round events.
St. Thomas' Episcopal Church, founded in 1698 in Whitemarsh, is a thriving spiritual community seeking to make God real and relevant every day to every one.
Retreat to St. Thomas' hosts day retreats, events and meetings at their beautiful facilities on the grounds of St. Thomas'.
We are excited to host the Greater Whitemarsh 250 kickoff event!
The Springfield Township Historical Society is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that seeks to collect, preserve, and promote the history of Springfield Township.
This tranquil and verdant land is home to prize winning Cheviot Sheep, Black Angus cattle, and elegant Morgan Horses. As stewards of the land, we at the farm work to preserve and protect this special place everyday. Situated on close to 450 acres, Erdenheim Farm remains one of the last sanctuaries of pastoral life within the greater Philadelphia area.
Find events and info on more America 250 Celebrations: https://www.whitemarshtwp.org/644/America-250-Celebration
Since the fall of 2024, the Philly Fife and Drum Company has partnered with America250PA and numerous regional organizations to lead the planning and implementation of the nation’s upcoming Semiquincentennial celebrations.
St. Thomas’ Retreat and Event Center hosts organizations, private parties, and non-profits that seek to gather for day retreats, workshops, classes, and events and offer spiritual gatherings throughout the year. We are also a premier wedding venue for ceremonies and receptions.
The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR or DAR) is a non-profit, non-political volunteer women's service organization founded in 1890 by a small group of patriotic women. The DAR is dedicated to promoting patriotism, preserving American history, and securing America's future through better education for children.
Plymouth Friends Meeting was formed by English and Welsh Friends (Quakers) who settled the area 1686. We have had worship here in houses and then in our Meeting house (built 1705 - 1708) continuously since that time.
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Celebrating 265 years, Germantown Academy is a place where children discover who they are and what they can become. GA is a non-sectarian, coed, independent day school for students in PreK through 12.
With over 35 years of experience, we supply entertainment to the Greater Philadelphia area, and also the Newark/Wilmington area. Known for our expertise in facepainting, balloon twisting, magic, caricaturists, and many other performers.
The Historical Society of Montgomery County engages with the public to collect, preserve, and interpret the documents, artifacts, and stories that reflect the evolving mosaic that is our county.
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