The Greater Philadelphia Area
Valley Forge National Historical Park was created to preserve our nation’s history and tell the story of the Continental Army during the winter of 1777-78.
As the winter weather turned more severe, Washington started moving his troops to Chester County. He hoped Valley Forge would offer the army a better place to build log cabins and supply the troops. On December 11, 1777, Washington pulled out of the Whitemarsh area. By December 18th, they had arrived in Valley Forge.
Roxborough Manayunk Wissahickon Historical Society
The Roxborough Manayunk Wissahickon Historical Society welcomes those interested in local history, the Roxborough Library Archives and public and monthly Society Meetings, bringing forth educators specializing in area history. For questions about history or interest in becoming a Historical Society Member, please contact us.
Jack McCarthy presented “An illustrated lecture on Philadelphia music history, featuring archival images and audio recordings” to the Roxborough Manayunk Wissahickon Historical Society.
Mr. McCarthy covered a chronology of music in the Philadelphia region. Of significance was the fact that the Ridge Hermits (Kelpius) performed the first known Philadelphia concert at the Old Swedes Church in 1701.