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Buckle up and unfold your map! The giant sand sculptures are returning this summer. For the fifth consecutive year, Peddler’s Village will present a Village-wide sand sculpture display created by world-renowned sand artists. “Sights in Sand: An American Road Trip” will celebrate the iconic landmarks and history of our nation, now in its 250th year. It’s not every day you can travel across the county in just an hour or two (by foot, no less!) to experience the five major regions–Northeast, Southeast, Midwest, Southwest, and West–and the fantastic features of each. But this year at Peddler’s Village, we’ve made it possible! You’ll see the Statue of Liberty, the Kennedy Space Center, Mount Rushmore, the Golden Gate Bridge, and more. This free display is open to the public and will be on view to Village pedestrians through August 31. In addition to viewing the sand sculptures, visitors can shop at 60 specialty store and boutiques, dine indoors or outside, and enjoy spectacular gardens and landscaping. Families can enjoy Giggleberry Fair, the indoor fun center. Spacious overnight accommodations are available at the Golden Plough Inn.

Valley Forge 50/250 Celebration: Visitor Gateway When: Friday, July 3, 2026 from 9am to 5pm Where: Visitor Center at Valley Forge (shuttle stop 1) This 4th of July weekend, begin your visit to Valley Forge National Historical Park at the visitor center and plan your 50/250 experience! Talk to a park ranger, pick up your Junior Ranger activity book, celebrate the people's park with the My Valley Forge Story exhibit, and listen to engaging stories from Revolutionary War history provided by Historic Philadelphia Inc. Walk or take the special event shuttle to Muhlenberg's Brigade to see the opening ceremony commemorating the 50th anniversary of Valley Forge National Historical Park and the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. The park will be extremely busy this day and parking is limited. Please plan accordingly. Additional trip-planning materials and transportation information is available at go.nps.gov/vafo-50-250

Saturdays, July 4, 11, 18, and 25 Drop in between 10 am and 1 pm Kids Dig History is back this summer starting on June 27! Get your hands dirty at the archaeology dig and in the kitchen garden. Screen dirt to look for artifacts such as redware pottery and animal bones, then help wash and dry brush artifacts in the lab. Try your hand at planting, weeding, or harvesting vegetables. Depending on the day, additional pop-up living history programs will be happening simultaneously. Location: The Speaker’s House, 151 W. Main Street, Trappe, PA Cost: Free