Preserving our past for our Future!
Welcome to
Skippack Historical Society
UPCOMING EVENT
Washington’s Annual Encampment!
Saturday, September 26th
Join the Skippack Historical Society for our annual Washington’s Encampment, a living history event that brings the American Revolution to life.
We gather at the historic 1720s Indenhofen Farmstead, a site that witnessed the Continental Army’s presence during the fall of 1777. Skippack played a vital role as a stepping stone between the Battles of Brandywine and Germantown, and General George Washington and his troops passed through the area three times—one of which included an encampment along Skippack Creek from September into October 1777.
What to experience during the day:
• Living history demonstrations
• Revolutionary War interpretation
• Hands-on activities for all ages
• Stories of Skippack’s role in the American Revolution
• A chance to explore the historic Indenhofen Farmstead
This family-friendly event offers a unique opportunity to step back in time and learn how our local landscape shaped a pivotal moment in American history.
Come for a short visit or spend the day—everyone is welcome.
*** hot dogs, sodas, apple cider, and funnel cake for sale ***
Volunteer: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094BAFAA22ABF9C43-61386257-annual
ABOUT US
Who We Are
The Skippack Historical Society is a non-profit organization formed in 1967 for the purpose of researching and documenting the many historical sites and rich history of the Skippack Valley, the site of the second inland settlement of the Pennsylvania German people.
We invite you to become a member of the Skippack Historical Society helping us to strengthen Skippack’s cultural and architectural heritage. Your membership and support will help us in restoring the Gerhardt Indenhofen Farmstead and other historic structures.
Explore the Properties
Indenhofen Farm
In the year 1706 Gerhardt and Hermanus Indenhofen purchased 440 acres of land from Mathias Van Bebber. This property over the next 100 years was divided and sold off becoming the village of Skippack. Gerhardt and his brother built a house on their land around 1720. It is the first house built in the village and perhaps in the Township. Learn More >
Allebach-Cholet Farm (Skippack Farm Museum)
The Historical Society now has a license agreement with Skippack Township to use, maintain, and restore the Allebach-Cholet house and barn. Township Supervisors were very supportive and instrumental in pulling this agreement together to help preserve this farm. Learn More >
