Soldiers Field

From Military Grounds to Living Landscape

Soldiers Field has a long and meaningful history within the Mount Gretna community.

Beginning in the late 1800s, the area served as a training ground for National Guard units, where thousands of citizen-soldiers prepared for service. Over time, it became an active center for military encampments, drills, and community activity.

As the role of the land evolved, Soldiers Field transitioned from a place of military training to one of preservation and stewardship. Today, it is being thoughtfully restored as a natural landscape—guided by ecological principles and a commitment to long-term sustainability.

This work reflects not just a restoration of land, but a continuation of its legacy as a place shaped by and for the community.