Old Eagle School

The Old Eagle School

An Historic Site in Pennsylvania

Strafford, Pennsylvania

1788 * 1842 * 1895

"...for the general use and good of the neighborhood, for religious [and] educational purposes, and the repose of the dead."

The Old Eagle School was established in 1788 as a general meetinghouse for religious and educational purposes. Adjacent is a graveyard containing the remains of local residents and soldiers who died at Valley Forge during the winter of 1777-1778. Learn more about the school's history or see some pictures of the school and grounds. Please join our mailing list for current information on the school!

Visitors Welcome!

2006 Summer Open House Schedule

The Old Eagle School is open for visitors every Sunday from 2 to 4 pm during the summer (Memorial Day to Labor Day). View our 2006 calendar of events.

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Location

The school is appropriately located on Old Eagle School Road in Strafford, Pennsylvania, just north of Lancaster Avenue and the Strafford Train Station, and south of Deepdale and Croton Roads. A map is provided for some reference.

Private Tours

The Trustees regularly host groups of grade school children, scouts, and other organizations on private tours of the School and grounds. If you are interested, contact us!

Caring for This Landmark

Residents of the surrounding neighborhoods serve as trustees and help to care for the school, graveyard, and property. The Old Eagle School is supported entirely through private donations of time and money. Please consider making a tax-deductible donation so we can meet our capital campaign goals.

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