Gloria Dei Church National Historic Site
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Gloria Dei Church National Historic Site at a glance
- Best time
- March–May, October–November
- Trip length
- 2–4 hours to 1 day
- Don't miss
- Find the Gravesites of Revolutionary War Soldiers
- Nearby city
- Philadelphia, PA
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About Gloria Dei Church National Historic Site
Before Pennsylvania there was New Sweden. Discover this last historic link to a forgotten past. Visit the church's pastoral surroundings and its burial ground of patriots and ordinary citizens alike.
Weather Information
- Summer
are typically hot and muggy, fall and spring are generally mild, and winter is cold.
Snowfall is highly variable, with some winters bringing only light snow and others bringing several major snowstorms, with the normal seasonal snowfall standing at 22.4 in (57 cm). Precipitation is generally spread throughout the year, with eight to twelve wet days per month.
Operating Hours
Church Grounds Hours
NOTE: The church grounds are closed from 11PM to 5AM.
- Monday5:00AM - 11:00PM
- Tuesday5:00AM - 11:00PM
- Wednesday5:00AM - 11:00PM
- Thursday5:00AM - 11:00PM
- Friday5:00AM - 11:00PM
- Saturday5:00AM - 11:00PM
- Sunday5:00AM - 11:00PM
Common questions
Planning Gloria Dei Church National Historic Site
The summary above covers timing and highlights. These go deeper on reservations, crowds, and logistics.
Reservation rules vary by season and activity for Gloria Dei Church National Historic Site. Check the Permits tab on this page and Recreation.gov before you travel — campground, tour, or backcountry permits may apply even without park-wide timed entry.
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