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Holiday Decor in the Historic Village

1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, PA, 18977, United States 1112 River Rd

As you stroll through the Historic Village in December, be sure to note the hand-crafted Christmas decorations adorning the buildings! Wreaths and other decor were created by park staff and…

Ongoing

New Jersey State Museum

New Jersey State Museum 205 West State Street, Trenton

@ – Closed Monday NEW Featured exhibit: “Preserving the Pinelands: Albert Horner’s Portraits of a National Treasure.” Plus many more galleries in history, art and science.  Free Google Calendar iCal…

Free

Planetarium Shows

New Jersey State Museum 205 West State Street, Trenton

@ – Planetarium shows include a live demonstration of the sky set to December 25, 1776. Learn about the constellations and planets that occupied the sky on the stormy evening…

$5 – $7.

State House Civics Tours

New Jersey State House 145 West State Street, Trenton

@ – 10 AM, 11 AM, 12 PM, 1 PM, 2 PM, & 3 PM (Closed Saturday) New Jersey State House (Enter via the State House Annex 145 West State…

Tours of the Old Barracks

Old Barracks Museum 101 Barrack St, Trenton

@ – The Old Barracks Museum offers tours that detail Trenton’s role in the 18th century, as well as the details of the Battle of Trenton. Tickets: $10 adults; $8…

Musket Demonstrations

Old Barracks Museum 101 Barrack St, Trenton

@ – Soldiers of the NJ Line of the Continental Army will drill and fire their muskets on the Parade ground of the Old Barracks Museum. Included with Old Barracks…

Tours of the Trent House

William Trent House Museum 15 Market St, Trenton

Take a tour of the country estate owned by William Trent, for whom the City of Trenton is named. Tickets: $5 adults, $4 children & seniors. Google Calendar iCal Export…

$5

The Trenton City Museum at Ellarslie

Trenton City Museum in Ellarslie Manson 299 Parkside Ave, Trenton

@ – (Closed Monday and Tuesday) Fee: Pay as you wish Google Calendar iCal Export Details Date: Time:

Civil War Flag Unveiling

New Jersey State Museum 205 West State Street, Trenton

  @ –   Enjoy a gallery talk and ceremony unveiling the latest rotation of historic flags from the NJ Civil War Flag Collection, one of the largest collections of…

free

First Battle Reenactment

Old Barracks Museum 101 Barrack St, Trenton

@ – Experience the excitement of the Battle of Trenton live! Following the all-night crossing and nine-mile march from McKonkey’s Ferry with a sleet storm at their backs, Washington’s little…

The Spoils of Victory

Old Barracks Museum,101 Barrack St, Trenton, NJ 08608, USA 2 Barrack St

Event begins after the troops return to the Old Barracks Museum. Follow the victorious Continental soldiers back to the Old Barracks Museum after the Battle to see them strip equipment,…

Puppet Show: The Trouble with Trenton

Warren Street Plaza 101 North Warren Street, Trenton

@ – A “mini” historical look at some amazing American history presented with marionettes and rod puppets – and lots of help from the audience! The show includes live music,…

free

Trenton in 1775: Historic Tour

St. Michael’s Church 140 North Warren Street, Trenton

Washington’s army and the Hessian occupation each brought 1500 men into Trenton, then a town of only 500 souls and two major streets. Thanks to Hunter Research, we now know…

Hogmanay! Scottish Celebration of the New Year

1719 William Trent House Museum 15 Market Street, Trenton

  @ –   Closing out the 300th year since the construction of the 1719 William Trent House will be the celebration of Hogmanay in honor of Trent’s Scottish heritage.…

free

Musket Demonstration at the Old Barracks Museum

Old Barracks Museum,101 Barrack St, Trenton, NJ 08608, USA 2 Barrack St

Drilling and musket firing take place on the Parade ground of the Old Barracks Museum in this informative and exciting demonstration. Included in $5 admission.

Children’s Puppet Show – “The Trouble with Trenton”

Warren Street Plaza,Warren Street Plaza, Trenton, NJ 08608, USA 2 S Warren St

A "mini" historical look at some amazing American history presented with marionettes and rod puppets - and lots of help from the audience! The free show includes live music, large…

Thomas Paine Comes Home

Bordentown Library 18 East Union Street, Bordentown

Thomas Paine is returning to his home town of Bordentown! Please visit the Bordentown Library to relive Thomas Paine’s legacy, performed by Bob Gleason of the American Historical Theater. He will…

“My Brave Fellows”

Old Barracks Museum 101 Barrack St, Trenton

@ – With enlistments about to end, Washington’s officers compel the Soldiers of the Continental Army to stay on six more weeks beyond the end of their enlistments. Included in…

Second Battle of Trenton Reenactment

Mill Hill Park,Mill Hill Park, East Front Street, S Broad St, Trenton, NJ 08608, USA 2 E Front St

Come experience our annual winter reenactment during Trenton's Patriots Week Celebration! On Saturday, December 28th, be immersed in history as you are surrounded by reenactors portraying the soldiers who fought…

250th Logo Contest Announcement

Douglass House, Mill Hill Park 165 E. Front Street, Trenton

@ – The New Jersey Historical Commission and Crossroads of the American Revolution National Heritage Area cordially invite you to attend the announcement of the winner of the Revolution NJ…

Second Battle Reenactment

Mill Hill Park (Corner of Broad & Front Streets) 165 E. Front Street, Trenton

@ – See the action of the Battle of the Assunpink in Mill Hill ParkHaving abandoned Trenton shortly after the battle on December 26, Washington re-crossed with a much larger…