Based at our Valley Forge campus, History Encounters brings the events and people that shaped American democracy to life through captivating recounts of historic events and excursions to memorable sites throughout the greater Philadelphia region and beyond. Students get to hear from and converse with historical figures such as George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Ned Hector, and Abigail Adams, portrayed by nationally recognized professional actors.
Founding Forward works with educators and group leaders to coordinate the experience so teachers and their students can spend time focused on the learning experience. Reach out to us to learn more or to bring your students to a History Encounters.
Visit historic locations in Valley Forge, Greater Philadelphia, and Lancaster.
Read our FAQs below or email us at education@foundingforward.org with additional questions.
Founding Forward can provide various fundraising suggestions that allow greater accessibility to the History Encounters program to those who wish to attend. Please contact us to learn more.
Founding Forward reserves the right to cancel a program due to weather emergency, low attendance, or other unforeseen circumstances beyond our control. Should Founding Forward cancel a program, full refunds will be made to all clients by the method the client originally paid. Please allow up to 30 days for refunds to be processed.
We strongly recommend travel insurance to protect your investment.
Cancellations made by the client must be received in writing at education@ffvf.org.
Cancellations made prior to 30 days before the start of a program will receive a full refund less the non-refundable deposit (variable by program) and any non-refundable expenses. Refunds will be issued in the same form payment was made. Please allow 30 days for refunds to be processed.
Cancellations made 30 days or less before the start of a program are subject to a Founding Forward credit less the deposit and any non-refundable expenses (such as tickets or meals) which cannot be refunded, credited, or transferred.
Cancellations made less than 48 business hours before departure will receive no refund, credit, or transfer.
Founding Forward’s work and mission is made possible through voluntary contributions. We need your support to ensure a future rooted in liberty. Please join our efforts to uphold our democratic system of government with your tax-deductible contribution.
Founding Forward is a national 501(c)(3) non-profit charity. The mission and work of Founding Forward is made possible through voluntary contributions.