Fun Things to Do in Montgomery County This April

See the upcoming Solar Eclipse at Valley Forge National Historical Park on April 8th! You are invited to join staff and volunteers at the Wayne's Woods picnic area (weather-permitting) from 2pm to 4:30pm. The peak of the eclipse will be seen from 90% totality at about 3:23pm.

There will also be a special Junior Ranger eclipse activity, a solar telescope set up, and a talk about the historical eclipses. 

Immerse yourself in the world of local folk artist David Ellinger, who helped popular Pennsylvania German culture in the mid-20th century. Historic Trappe's special exhibition Native Son: The Life and Art of David Ellinger includes several wintry landscape paintings of nearby farmsteads.

The Center for Pennsylvania German Studies, located at the Dewees Tavern, is open on Saturdays from 10 am to 4 pm and Sundays from 12 to 4 pm. For a tour outside these times, contact info@historictrappe.org or (610) 489-7560 to make an appointment.

Montco History Pass Hint: Looking to win a free sticker, mug, or maybe a tote bag? Historic Trappe - Dewees Tavern is a location on the FREE Montco History Pass. When you visit, be sure to check-in on the pass to earn prize points. 

Energize your April at the 18th Annual Valley Forge Revolutionary 5-Mile Run! Participants run or walk through Valley Forge National Historical Park  (or join virtually), and proceeds from the event go right back to this beloved park. The event takes place on April 21st, 2024.

For all Dancing Queens near and far, the Keswick Theatre is here to deliver the ultimate live covers of ABBA. Sing your heart out at The Concert: A Tribute to ABBA on Saturday, April 20th.  

Arts Montco Pass Hint: Looking to win a free sticker, candle, or maybe a tote bag? The Keswick Theatre is a location on the FREE Arts Montco Pass. When you visit, be sure to check-in on the pass to earn prize points. 

Here in Montgomery County, there are plenty of ways to experience the joy of Earth Day this April 22nd! You can venture out on one of our hundreds of trails, explore amazing nature centers such as John James Audubon, celebrate at the Elmwood Park Zoo, go to an Earth Day festival, and even give back to the community. 

Arts Montco Pass Hint: Looking to win a free sticker, candle, or maybe a tote bag? The John James Audubon Center at Mill Grove is a location on the FREE Arts Montco Pass. When you visit, be sure to check-in on the pass to earn prize points.

Magnolia Tree at Historic Trappe  

Find this beauty behind the Henry Muhlenberg House. As the spring sun shines down on the tree, it illuminates the history of our community and reminds us of the timeless beauty of nature.  

Kwanzan Cherry Tree at Harriton House  

Kwanzan cherry tree at the Harriton House is a beautiful site to see. While you're here, stroll the rest of the property to see what else is springing into bloom.  

Check out more blooming trees in the area during peak season from beginning to mid-April!