The Chapel In Pennsylvania That’s Located In The Most Unforgettable Setting
Nestled in Valley Forge, Washington Memorial Chapel in Pennsylvania serves as a national historic landmark and a church that welcomes visitors from around the world. Be sure to add a stop at this breathtaking chapel when you visit Valley Forge National Historic Park.
Washington Memorial Chapel was built in 1903 in honor of George Washington, one of the United States' foremost historical figures, and...
...As a place of worship for an Episcopal Parish. Founded by Dr. Herbert Burk, the first bricks of the church were laid on June 19, 1903, 125 years to the day that the Continental Army left Valley Forge.
A stroll through the grounds, to the chapel itself, will take you through history. Washington Memorial Chapel's Bell Tower, for example, dons a replica Liberty Bell, once used when women struggled to gain voting rights in the United States.
Washington Memorial Chapel, which hosts visitors from around the world who want a quiet moment to reflect and to worship during their travels, stands against the sky like an artist's painting.
The interior of the chapel itself, adorned with sculptures and stained glass windows of such historic figures as George Washington, Martha Washington, and Alexander Hamilton.
Discover the serenity and beauty of Washington Memorial Chapel by visiting Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on Sunday from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Stroll through Washington Memorial Chapel in Pennsylvania for a truly unique experience. Pennsylvania is home to numerous historic chapels like Decker’s Chapel, the smallest chapel in the world.
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