EVENTS:
Rally the Troops
Saturday, August 2nd, 2025
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Get ready to be transported back in time at our thrilling event, Rally the Troops! Join us on August 2nd from 10 am to 3 pm for a day filled with adventure. Step into the world of a Patriot encampment and experience what life was like for soldiers at Washington’s encampment at Brandywine Battlefield Park. Meet soldiers, militiamen, and colonial men and women who will bring history to life. Get hands-on and have a blast with kids’ musket drills, musket firing demonstrations, and even recruitment activities for the Continental Army. Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to immerse yourself in history!
Musket Firing Demos: 11 AM, 12 PM, 1 PM, & 3 PM
Kid’s Musket Drills: 10:30 AM, 11:30 AM, & 2 PM
Tours of our two historic houses are available as well. The Benjamin Ring House Tours (Washington’s Headquarters): 10:30AM & 1:30PM. Gideon Gilpin House Tours: 11:30AM and 2:30PM.
Photo credit: Howard Pyle (1853-1911), The Nation Makers, ca. 1902, oil on canvas. 40 ¼ x 26 in. Brandywine Museum of Art, Purchased through a grant from the Mabel Pew Myrin Trust, 1984.
- Seniors/AAA/AARP: $9
- Adults: $10
- Youth 3 – 11: $7
- Active Duty & Immediate Family: Free
Remembrance Day
Thursday, September 11, 2025
6 PM
Join us on September 11, 2025, at 6:00 PM for our annual Remembrance Day ceremony at Brandywine Battlefield Park. Held at the American Flag Field in front of the Visitors Center, this solemn gathering honors the soldiers who fought and died during the Battle of Brandywine on September 11, 1777 — the largest and longest single-day battle of the American Revolution.
Revolutionary Speaker Series ft. Dr. Gregory J.W. Urwin
November 1, 2025
12:00 – 1:30 PM
Welcome to the Revolutionary Speaker Series featuring Dr. Gregory J.W. Urwin! Join us in person at Brandywine Battlefield Park on November 1, 2025, at 12:00 PM (Eastern Time) for an enlightening talk. Dr. Urwin will share his insights on historical events that shaped our world. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn and be inspired! This event is offered in person and through Zoom.
Get your tickets HERE
American Flag Retirement Ceremony
November 8th, 2025
2 PM
Brandywine Battlefield Park and the Chadds Ford Township Residents Association invite you to a solemn and respectful Flag Retirement Ceremony, conducted in accordance with the United States Flag Code. This meaningful occasion offers our community the opportunity to properly retire worn or weathered American flags—a tribute to the enduring symbol of our nation’s ideals and the sacrifices made in its service.
All are welcome to observe or take part in this dignified ceremony, which celebrates tradition, unity, and shared values.
Flag Drop-off Options:
In advance at the Chadds Ford Township Building
On site during the ceremony
Join us in honoring the flag, connecting with your community, and ensuring that each flag is retired with the dignity it deserves.
Upcoming Events:
Battle for Independence: Amazing Race to Brandywine: May 16th, 2026, Time: 9 – 5
Gear up for America’s 250th! Explore the Brandywine Battlefield with family and friends in an untimed road rally. Discover key historic sites, meet costumed interpreters, and learn how the largest single-day battle of the Revolution shaped our fight for independence. Pre-registration will open soon.
Brews at the Battlefield: June 13th, 2026, 5 – 8 PM
Brews at the Battlefield is Brandywine Battlefield Park’s annual summer brewfest, where history lovers, craft beer fans, and local foodies come together for an evening of great drinks, live music, and community fun. Enjoy tastings from regional breweries and cideries, food trucks, live bands, and exclusive event merchandise — all set on our historic Gideon Gilpin property. Proceeds support the park’s preservation and education programs.
Brews at the Battlefield 2025
Saturday, June 14, 2025
Join us for an unforgettable evening at Brandywine Battlefield Park on Saturday, June 14, 2025, from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM (EDT).
At Brews at the Battlefield, you’ll have the opportunity to sample a wide selection of craft beers from local breweries, eat some great food, and listen to an awesome live band.
Immerse yourself in the lively atmosphere as you mingle with fellow beer enthusiasts and engage in conversations with the passionate brewers behind these exceptional beverages. Learn about the brewing process, discover unique flavors, and gain insights into the world of craft beer.
Our iconic location holds significant historical importance, making it the perfect backdrop for an evening of great beer and good company. Brews at the Battlefield is hosted by and benefits the non-profit Brandywine Battlefield Park Associates. Every dollar collected helps us educate the public and promote the historic events that took place in Chadds Ford during the 1777 Philadelphia campaign.
- Parking is first-come, first-serve.
- We recommend bringing lawn chairs and blankets.
- Ticket sales end at 4 PM on 06/14/2025.
- Food is not included in ticket sales.
- The event will be held rain or shine. A tent is provided.
- Adults 21 and older with current photo ID.
- Infants, toddlers, or children are not permitted. Thank you!
- You may bring:
- Lawn chairs
- Purses
- Umbrellas and rain jackets
- Not Bring:
- Tents
- Outside glassware, drinks, or food.
- Coolers
- Large bags
- Weapons or firearms
- Pets (service animals only)
Son, Brother, Friend, Volunteer and Director of the Brandywine Battlefield Park Associates, Board of Directors
“I hope I shall possess firmness and virtue enough to maintain what I consider the most enviable of all titles, the character of an honest man.” – George Washington
In Honor of Bryan Thorpe
Our lifelong friend Bryan Thorpe passed away suddenly on September 5, 2020. Bryan was a dedicated volunteer and served multiple terms as a director on the Brandywine Battlefield Park Associates’ Board. Bryan was the loving son of George and Judy Thorpe, Chadds Ford. We will miss his energy, compassion and steadfast abilities. Bryan’s amazing laugh echoes in our hearts.
Please help us to honor Bryan’s life. Bryan’s Beautification Project, at Brandywine Battlefield Park, will celebrate Bryan’s life. The Project will replant trees and plant life that were lost at the Park due to recent storms. This project includes, but is not limited to, Historical tree planting, installation of paths to improve mobility and benches where we can rest and reflect.