Gloria Dei Church National Historic Site
PA

Gloria Dei Church National Historic Site

Hours

Open daily · 5:00AM - 11:00PM

Entrance Fee

Free

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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.

No current NPS alerts

The National Park Service has no active alerts listed for Gloria Dei Church National Historic Site. Conditions change quickly — check again before you go.

Source: National Park Service (as of Nov 11, 2026). Official Gloria Dei Church National Historic Site page on nps.gov

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

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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. See Overview on this page for fees, timed entry, and campground details before you travel.