1777 Whitemarsh Encampment Reenactment
Since 1982, the Friends of Hope Lodge has dedicated itself to preserving and celebrating local history by hosting the Whitemarsh Encampment reenactment, an event that brings to life the rich heritage of our community. This significant event commemorates the encampment of General George Washington and the Continental Army in the Whitemarsh Hills from November 2 to December 11, 1777. We invite you to join us for a day filled with historical demonstrations, educational activities, and a unique opportunity to step back in time and experience the past firsthand through two battle reenactments between Continental, British and Hessian forces. Your participation not only honors our history but also strengthens our community's appreciation for its heritage.
44th annual encampment re-enactment November 1, 2025 from 10:00 to 4:00
Schedule and appearances subject to change.
schedule of events!
Self-Guided Tours of the Hope Lodge Mansion; Visit our Children’s Exhibit “ The Watmough Family of Hope Lodge”
Children’s Activities-, Toys & Games, Children’s Muster & Drill
Colonial Open-Hearth Cooking
Colonial Beer Brewing (afternoon)
Philly Fife and Drum Co. (afternoon)
Dulcimer Music-Lynn King
Artist- Ed Kane
Noah Lewis portraying “Ned Hector”, Black Revolutionary War hero
Experiments of Dr. Benjamin Franklin by Mike Kochan
Blacksmith-Bob Herrmann
Lecture by Dr. Wendy Grube-Plant Medicines Used in the Revolutionary War
Lecture by Michael C. Harris author of Fighting for Philadelphia Forts Mercer and Mifflin, the Battle of Whitemarsh, and the Road to Valley Forge, October 5-December 19, 1777
Troop Camp, Formations and Skirmishes between Continental and British/Hessian army reenactors-11:30 Morning and 2:00 Afternoon
Sutlers
Bake Goods and Food for Purchase
General Admission: $10.00 for adults, $8.00 for seniors (age 65+) and children age 6-17. Children under 6 are free and Friends members are free. Purchase tickets in advance using the link below. Tickets are also available at the door, cash, check, and credit card accepted. Please note this is a rain or shine event. No refunds.
Troop and Sutler INVITATION
It is our great pleasure to extend an invitation to you to our 44th Hope Lodge Encampment on November 1, 2025. The annual battle reenactment will be conducted in accordance with the Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission’s “Safety Manual for Historic Weapons Program”, January 2018 edition. Units can download a copy of the manual using the link under Troop Rules & Regulations Agreement.
For Troops
For Sutlers
If you need forms sent in the mail, please email hopelodgepa@gmail.com
