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.
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.
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.
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'.
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.
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 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.
Find events and info on more America 250 Celebrations: https://www.whitemarshtwp.org/644/America-250-Celebration