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SUMMARY:Continental Lane Forest Restoration
DESCRIPTION:Join the WCPA Conservation Crew on a forest restoration project! \nWe will inspect and weed around the 600 native tree and shrub seedlings that we have planted along the historic Continental Lane Trail to ensure they continue to thrive. Then we will return later this year to plant 200 more! \nAges 16+. No experience necessary. Bring gloves and a tool like shears or pruners if you have them. We will provide extra gloves and tools. \nThe Lower Delaware Wild & Scenic Management Council\, as funded by the National Park Service\, (www.lowerdelawarewildandscenic.org) supported Steele Run Restoration.
URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/continental-lane-forest-restoration-6/
LOCATION:484 Washington Crossing Pe Rd\, Hopewell Township\, NJ\, 08560\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T140000
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SUMMARY:Songs and Stories of The American Revolution
DESCRIPTION:Join us for “Songs and Stories of The American Revolution.” Using rousing period songs and stories\, Matthew Dodd will take you back to the early days of the American Revolution. Come and learn some American History at the new Museum. Open to all\, please call 609-737-0623 for info.
URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/songs-and-stories-of-the-american-revolution-2/
LOCATION:Washington Crossing State Park Visitors Center – Washington Crossing Pennington Rd. – Washington Crossing\, NJ\, us
CATEGORIES:History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T150000
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SUMMARY:Monthly Living History: Soldier Saturdays – Hessian Occupation
DESCRIPTION:July: Hessian Occupation\nMeet some of the most fascinating and misunderstood soldiers of the American Revolution: Hessians. Reenactors will offer a glimpse into their experiences here in America and how they factored into Washington’s crossing of the Delaware! \nLocation:  Historic Village\, 1112 River Road\, Washington Crossing\, PA 18977 \nTime:  Saturday July 11th 2026\, 11am – 3pm \nThis free event is part of our Monthly Living History Series. From April through October 2026\, Washington Crossing Historic Park hosts Soldier Saturdays & Farmstead Fridays. Presented in partnership with Americana Corner\, these free monthly programs explore military and civilian life during the American Revolution. \nUpcoming Programs\n\nFarmstead Fridays – Thompson-Neely Farmstead\nLocation: 1638 River Road\, New Hope\, PA 18938Explore civilian life during the Revolution with hands-on demonstrations. Programs take place on the 4th Friday of each month. \n\nJuly 24: Haymaking\nAugust 28: Milling with Water Power\nSeptember 25: Tending the Flock\nOctober 23: Preparing for Winter\n\nGarden ToursStep into the sights\, scents\, and stories of an 18th-century kitchen garden on these guided tours\, held at the Hibbs Garden\, the same day as Farmstead Fridays\, at 12:30pm (registration required) \n\nSoldier Saturdays – Lower Park Village\nLocation: 1112 River Road\, Washington Crossing\, PA 18977Learn about military life during the Revolution with monthly themed programs\, held on the 2nd Saturday of each month. \n\nAugust 8: Artillery\nSeptember 12: Camp Followers\nOctober 10: Civilians in the War Effort
URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/monthly-living-history-soldier-saturdays-hessian-occupation/
LOCATION:Washington Crossing Historic Park\, 1112 River Road\, Washington Crossing\, PA\, 18977\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260704T211500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260704T220000
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SUMMARY:Fireworks Over the Delaware
DESCRIPTION:Pennsylvania’s Friends of Washington Crossing Historic Park Fireworks Display over the Delaware will start at 9:15pm\, weather permitting. They’ll be shooting from a barge in the middle of the river\, so there will be fantastic views in every direction. \nWashington Crossing Bridge will CLOSE to all vehicular traffic from 7-11pm. \nThe bridge will then be CLOSED to pedestrians from 8-10pm. Firework viewers will need to be on their “side” by 8pm. \nThe fireworks will immediately follow a big band concert in the outdoor amphitheater of the new Museum\, by the Blawenburg Band\, from 8-9:15pm. \nFree event parking will be provided thanks to a donation by Mrs. G. Both sides expect thousands of visitors\, so be prepared to arrive early and follow the signs!
URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/fireworks-over-the-delaware/
LOCATION:495 Washington Crossing Pennington Rd\, Titusville\, NJ\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260704T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260704T210000
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SUMMARY:Fourth of July Celebrations at the Park
DESCRIPTION:Park staff will feature Living History Demonstrations outside of the new Museum and in the Johnson Ferry House from 1-4pm\, with readings of the Declaration of Independence and activities for all ages.
URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/fourth-of-july-celebrations-at-the-park/
LOCATION:495 Washington Crossing Pennington Rd\, Titusville\, NJ\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260704T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260704T103000
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SUMMARY:July 4th Continental Lane Hike
DESCRIPTION:Hike down the park’s Continental Lane Trail to celebrate the nation’s 250th! This free 2-mile hike  will feature history\, lore\, and nature. It will follow one of the presumed paths of Washington and his troops after disembarking from the banks of the Delaware River on Christmas night 1776.  \nEnjoy the natural aspect of the trail as well as hear the history of Washington’s historic crossing. Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy footwear. Bring binoculars or a camera if you have them. Binoculars are available on a first come\, first serve basis. This is a free program. All ages welcome. \nThe Park’s entrance is on Washington Crossing-Pennington Road\, halfway between Route 29 and Bear Tavern Road. Please meet in the parking lot at the front entrance to the park by 10 a.m. to meet the group.
URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/july-4th-continental-lane-hike/
LOCATION:Washington Crossing State Park\, 355 Washington Crossing Pennington Rd\, Titusville\, NJ\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T143000
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SUMMARY:Thomas Jefferson Live
DESCRIPTION:John Stewart has been deeply interested in the life of Thomas Jefferson ever since he was a student at the University of Virginia. \nJohn has lectured on Jefferson’s life and influence in American History to schools\, civic groups and business audiences around Florida\, and up the east coast\, for over 30 years. Visit his website\, thomasjeffersonlive.com\, for more information. \nNow\, John portrays Jefferson in clothing\, language\, and ideas.  He will be speaking on “How a Lad from Rural Virginia Came to Write the Declaration of Independence”. He will go into some depth on Jefferson’s thinking and suitability for this watershed event in American history. An important part of his presentation takes the form of answering questions from the audience. You will be entertained by his convincing portrayal of Jefferson\, as well as benefited from his extensive knowledge of Jefferson’s life. \nJohn’s commitment to the preservation of the lessons and examples of historic early American personalities is complimented by his work as past President of the Palm Beach and St. Petersburg Chapters of the Sons of the American Revolution\, his work as state chair of the annual SAR Knight Essay Contest for high school students\, and over 160 appearances before audiences large and small\, and in classrooms\, which focused on teaching the facts about the American Revolution and Thomas Jefferson. Another notable contribution of his is a teaching video by Jefferson requested by the Florida Dept. of Education for statewide classroom enrichment purposes.
URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/thomas-jefferson-live/
LOCATION:48 River Dr\, Hopewell Township\, NJ\, 08560\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T133000
DTSTAMP:20260626T135039Z
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SUMMARY:Hibbs House Garden Tours – June 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join Washington Crossing Historic Park’s Historical Horticulturist\, Anna Davis\, for a guided walk through the working garden that supports the park’s interpretation of colonial life. \nDuring this 45-minute tour\, visitors will explore the seasonal herbs\, vegetables\, flowers\, and dye plants that would have been commonly grown in American kitchen gardens of the 1700s. Learn how these plants were used for food\, textiles\, and everyday remedies while discovering how historians and gardeners reconstruct historic landscapes using period sources. \nAlong the way\, Anna will share stories about early American gardening practices\, heirloom plant varieties\, and the role gardens played in the daily life of families living along the Delaware River during the Revolutionary era.\nThis tour is part of Farmstead Friday programming and offers a behind-the-scenes look at the research\, cultivation\, and care that bring this historic garden to life. \n 
URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/hibbs-house-garden-tours-3/
LOCATION:Washington Crossing Historic Park\, 1112 River Road\, Washington Crossing\, PA\, 18977\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T150000
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SUMMARY:Monthly Living History: Farmstead Fridays – Historic Trades
DESCRIPTION:June: Historic Trades\nCommunities across the colonies were made up of people working all sorts of trades. Come meet some of these specialized craftsmen and watch up close as they demonstrate skills from smithing to tailoring\, that kept the 18th century world moving! \nLocation:  Thompson-Neely Farmstead\, 1638 River Road\, New Hope\, PA 18938 \nTime:  Friday June 26th 2026\, 11am – 3pm \nThis free event is part of our Monthly Living History Series. From April through October 2026\, Washington Crossing Historic Park hosts Soldier Saturdays & Farmstead Fridays. Presented in partnership with Americana Corner\, these free monthly programs explore military and civilian life during the American Revolution. \nUpcoming Programs\n\nFarmstead Fridays – Thompson-Neely Farmstead\nLocation: 1638 River Road\, New Hope\, PA 18938Explore civilian life during the Revolution with hands-on demonstrations. Programs take place on the 4th Friday of each month. \n\nJuly 24: Making Hay by Hand\nAugust 28: Milling with Water Power\nSeptember 25: Tending the Flock\nOctober 23: Preparing for Winter\n\nGarden ToursStep into the sights\, scents\, and stories of an 18th-century kitchen garden on these guided tours\, held at the Hibbs Garden\, the same day as Farmstead Fridays\, at 12:30pm (registration required) \n\nSoldier Saturdays – Lower Park Village\nLocation: 1112 River Road\, Washington Crossing\, PA 18977Learn about military life during the Revolution with monthly themed programs\, held on the 2nd Saturday of each month. \n\nJuly 11: Hessian Occupation\nAugust 8: Artillery\nSeptember 12: Camp Followers\nOctober 10: Civilians in the War Effort
URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/farmstead-fridays-june-2026/
LOCATION:Washington Crossing Historic Park – Thompson-Neely Farmstead\, 1638 River Road\, New Hope\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Washington Crossing Park":MAILTO:info@washingtoncrossingpark.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260615T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260615T183000
DTSTAMP:20260615T130709Z
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SUMMARY:Book Club
DESCRIPTION:The Washington Crossing Historic Park Book Club invites history enthusiasts to explore the American Revolution through engaging discussion and carefully selected readings. Led by the park’s Museum Curator\, Kimberly McCarty\, the club meets virtually via Zoom and focuses on books that shed new light on the Revolutionary era\, with special emphasis on the events surrounding the Delaware River crossing and the 1776 campaign. Free and open to all\, meetings typically take place on the third Monday of each month and provide an opportunity to connect with fellow readers while deepening your understanding of this pivotal period in American history. \nRunning from Bondage tells the compelling stories of enslaved women\, who comprised one-third of all runaways\, and the ways in which they fled or attempted to flee bondage during and after the Revolutionary War. Karen Cook Bell’s enlightening and original contribution to the study of slave resistance in eighteenth-century America explores the individual and collective lives of these women and girls of diverse circumstances\, while also providing details about what led them to escape. She demonstrates that there were in fact two wars being waged during the Revolutionary Era: a political revolution for independence from Great Britain and a social revolution for emancipation and equality in which Black women played an active role. Running from Bondage broadens and complicates how we study and teach this momentous event\, one that emphasizes the chances taken by these ‘Black founding mothers’ and the important contributions they made to the cause of liberty. \nRunning from Bondage:  Enslaved Women and their Remarkable Fight for Freedom in Revolutionary America by Karen Cook Bell \n\nJune 15 – Introduction – Chapter 2\nJuly 20- Chapters 3-4\nAugust 20 – Chapter 5- Appendix\n\n 
URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/book-club-12/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Book Club,History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T150000
DTSTAMP:20260613T130542Z
CREATED:20260315T075040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260613T130542Z
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SUMMARY:Monthly Living History: Soldier Saturdays – Cooking on Campaign
DESCRIPTION:June: Cooking on Campaign\nLearn about the foods that made up rations\, how they were issued\, and what Continental Soldiers ate on campaign and in camps. Visitors will also experience unique cooking methods used by 18th-century armies\, drawn from primary evidence. \nLocation:  Historic Village\, 1112 River Road\, Washington Crossing\, PA 18977 \nTime:  Saturday June 13th 2026\, 11am – 3pm \nThis free event is part of our Monthly Living History Series. From April through October 2026\, Washington Crossing Historic Park hosts Soldier Saturdays & Farmstead Fridays. Presented in partnership with Americana Corner\, these free monthly programs explore military and civilian life during the American Revolution. \nUpcoming Programs\n\nFarmstead Fridays – Thompson-Neely Farmstead\nLocation: 1638 River Road\, New Hope\, PA 18938Explore civilian life during the Revolution with hands-on demonstrations. Programs take place on the 4th Friday of each month. \n\nMay 22: Tending the Farmstead\nJune 26: Historic Trades\nJuly 24: Haymaking\nAugust 28: Milling with Water Power\nSeptember 25: Tending the Flock\nOctober 23: Preparing for Winter\n\nGarden ToursStep into the sights\, scents\, and stories of an 18th-century kitchen garden on these guided tours\, held at the Hibbs Garden\, the same day as Farmstead Fridays\, at 12:30pm (registration required) \n\nSoldier Saturdays – Lower Park Village\nLocation: 1112 River Road\, Washington Crossing\, PA 18977Learn about military life during the Revolution with monthly themed programs\, held on the 2nd Saturday of each month. \n\nApril 11: Uniform Production and Usage\nMay 9: Maritime Services in the Revolution\nJune 13: Cooking on Campaign\nJuly 11: Hessian Occupation\nAugust 8: Artillery\nSeptember 12: Camp Followers\nOctober 10: Civilians in the War Effort
URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/monthly-living-history-programs-soldier-saturdays-3/
LOCATION:Washington Crossing Historic Park\, 1112 River Road\, Washington Crossing\, PA\, 18977\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T120000
DTSTAMP:20260607T132044Z
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SUMMARY:Continental Lane Forest Restoration
DESCRIPTION:Join the WCPA Conservation Crew on a forest restoration project! \nWe will inspect and weed around the 600 native tree and shrub seedlings that we have planted along the historic Continental Lane Trail to ensure they continue to thrive. Then we will return later this year to plant 200 more! Meet us at Knox Grove inside the state park (turn right after entering and follow the signs). \nAges 16+. No experience necessary.  \nDress for the weather. Bring work gloves and loppers if you have them. We will provide extra gloves and tools. \nThe Lower Delaware Wild & Scenic Management Council\, as funded by the National Park Service\, (www.lowerdelawarewildandscenic.org) supports the Steele Run Restoration.
URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/continental-lane-forest-restoration-5/
LOCATION:Washington Crossing State Park\, 355 Washington Crossing Pennington Rd\, Titusville\, NJ\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T092046Z
CREATED:20260421T092046Z
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SUMMARY:THE PEOPLE OF THE DELAWARE: The Lenape in Peace and War
DESCRIPTION:The Lenape-Delaware People were a confederation of communities\, peaceful farmers\, fishermen\, and hunters. For a generation\, they were treated with scorn as “women\, good only for raising corn.” Berated\, dispossessed and repeatedly betrayed by their allies\, both red and white\, the Delaware were forced to flee westward from their ancestral homes. There they underwent a transformation of identity\, generated powerful new leadership\, and developed into the fiercest and most devastating warriors of the Ohio Frontier. \nRick will talk about the domination and subjugation of the Lenape-Delaware\, both by arms and artifice\, by their powerful Iroquois Nation rivals; their resurging influence during the French & Indian Wars\, the American Revolution\, the Tecumseh Rebellion of the Northwest\, and beyond. \nRick will draw not only from current research sources\, but also include the primary testimony of early historical writers who lived among the Delaware during this critical time.
URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/the-people-of-the-delaware-the-lenape-in-peace-and-war/
LOCATION:495 Washington Crossing Pennington Rd\, Titusville\, NJ\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T140000
DTSTAMP:20260531T103614Z
CREATED:20260508T095032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260531T103614Z
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SUMMARY:THE PEOPLE OF THE DELAWARE: The Lenape in Peace and War
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday the 31st at the TITUSVILLE FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH\, 48 RIVER DRIVE\, Rick Durham from the Ewing Township Historic Preservation Society will talk about the domination and subjugation of the Lenape-Delaware\, both by arms and artifice\, by their powerful Iroquois Nation rivals;  their resurging influence during the French & Indian Wars\, the American Revolution\, the Tecumseh Rebellion of the Northwest\, ….and beyond. \nThe Lenape-Delaware People were a confederation of communities\, peaceful farmers\, fishermen\, and hunters. For a generation\, they were treated with scorn as “women\, good only for raising corn.” Berated\, dispossessed and repeatedly betrayed by their allies\, both red and white\, the Delaware were forced to flee westward from their ancestral homes. There they underwent a transformation of identity\, generated powerful new leadership\, and developed into the fiercest and most devastating warriors of the Ohio Frontier. \nRick will draw not only from current research sources\, but also include the primary testimony of early historical writers who lived among the Delaware during this critical time.
URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/the-people-of-the-delaware-the-lenape-in-peace-and-war-2/
LOCATION:48 River Drive\, Titusville\, NJ\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260522T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260522T133000
DTSTAMP:20260522T105113Z
CREATED:20260402T083546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T105113Z
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SUMMARY:Hibbs House Garden Tours – May 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join Washington Crossing Historic Park’s Historical Horticulturist\, Anna Davis\, for a guided walk through the working garden that supports the park’s interpretation of colonial life. \nDuring this 45-minute tour\, visitors will explore the seasonal herbs\, vegetables\, flowers\, and dye plants that would have been commonly grown in American kitchen gardens of the 1700s. Learn how these plants were used for food\, textiles\, and everyday remedies while discovering how historians and gardeners reconstruct historic landscapes using period sources. \nAlong the way\, Anna will share stories about early American gardening practices\, heirloom plant varieties\, and the role gardens played in the daily life of families living along the Delaware River during the Revolutionary era.\nThis tour is part of Farmstead Friday programming and offers a behind-the-scenes look at the research\, cultivation\, and care that bring this historic garden to life. \n 
URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/hibbs-house-garden-tours-2/
LOCATION:Washington Crossing Historic Park – Visitor Center & Historic Village\, 1112 River Road\, Washington Crossing\, PA\, 18977\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Outdoors
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Washington Crossing Park":MAILTO:info@washingtoncrossingpark.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260522T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260522T150000
DTSTAMP:20260522T105113Z
CREATED:20260317T075330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T105113Z
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SUMMARY:Monthly Living History: Farmstead Fridays – Tending the Farmstead
DESCRIPTION:May: Tending the Farmstead\nMay is one of the busiest months of the year for farmers\, with so much planting to do and new livestock to rear! Explore the farmstead as we plant the year’s crops and go through daily routines with the farm animals. \nLocation:  Thompson-Neely Farmstead\, 1638 River Road\, New Hope\, PA 18938 \nTime:  Friday May 22nd\, 2026\, 11am – 3pm \nThis free event is part of our Monthly Living History Series. From April through October 2026\, Washington Crossing Historic Park hosts Soldier Saturdays & Farmstead Fridays. Presented in partnership with Americana Corner\, these free monthly programs explore military and civilian life during the American Revolution. \nUpcoming Programs\n\nFarmstead Fridays – Thompson-Neely Farmstead\nLocation: 1638 River Road\, New Hope\, PA 18938Explore civilian life during the Revolution with hands-on demonstrations. Programs take place on the 4th Friday of each month. \n\nJune 26: Historic Trades\nJuly 24: Making Hay by Hand\nAugust 28: Milling with Water Power\nSeptember 25: Tending the Flock\nOctober 23: Preparing for Winter\n\nGarden ToursStep into the sights\, scents\, and stories of an 18th-century kitchen garden on these guided tours\, held at the Hibbs Garden\, the same day as Farmstead Fridays\, at 12:30pm (registration required) \n\nSoldier Saturdays – Lower Park Village\nLocation: 1112 River Road\, Washington Crossing\, PA 18977Learn about military life during the Revolution with monthly themed programs\, held on the 2nd Saturday of each month. \n\nJune 13: Cooking on Campaign\nJuly 11: Hessian Occupation\nAugust 8: Artillery\nSeptember 12: Camp Followers\nOctober 10: Civilians in the War Effort
URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/farmstead-fridays-2/
LOCATION:Washington Crossing Historic Park – Thompson-Neely Farmstead\, 1638 River Road\, New Hope\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T200000
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SUMMARY:Revolutionary Family: The Biddles & American Independence
DESCRIPTION:Friends of Washington Crossing Park and Andalusia Historic House\, Gardens & Arboretum are excited to partner on a special program highlighting Andalusia’s upcoming exhibition\, Revolutionary Family: The Biddles & American Independence. \nAndalusia Historic House\, Gardens & Arboretum is a 50-acre site located on the Delaware River in Bensalem\, Pennsylvania. Andalusia was first established in 1795 by Philadelphia merchant John Craig\, and later expanded into a Greek Revival estate by his son-in-law Nicholas Biddle in the nineteenth century. Today\, Andalusia stewards the Biddle family’s history and legacy through tours of its historic house museum and access to its spectacular gardens. \nTimed to coincide with the nation’s semiquincentennial\, “Revolutionary Family: The Biddles & American Independence” presents historic objects\, artwork\, and manuscripts to explore the influential roles that Biddle family members played during the Revolution\, as well as wartime activities near the pre-Andalusia site. The exhibition\, on display in Andalusia’s second-floor exhibition gallery\, will run from March 30 through November 13\, 2026. Visit Andalusia’s website for more information on this upcoming exhibit. \nAndalusia has created four short-format documentary videos that feature a variety of guest experts and Andalusia’s Executive Director John Vick and Research Assistant Brie Stoltzfus to illuminate the experiences of nine Revolutionary-era Biddle family members. Each video explores these family members’ stories of bravery\, loss\, ingenuity\, love\, and friendship during the Revolution: Mary Scull Biddle\, matriarch and map editor and her son John Biddle\, surveyor and exiled loyalist; Colonel Clement and Rebekah Biddle\, a devoted couple at camp; Captains Nicholas and Charles Biddle\, brothers at sea; and Edward\, James\, and Owen Biddle\, leaders of Revolutionary thought and action. \nA screening of these videos will take place at Washington Crossing Historic Park on May 14. Please join us for a 6:00 PM reception\, followed by the screenings and a conversation with John Vick and Brie Stoltzfus of Andalusia\, and Jennifer Martin of the Friends of Washington Crossing Park. \n\n\n\nItinerary\n\nEvent Schedule\n6:00 – 6:30 PM | Reception with light fare\n6:30 – 8:00 PM | Film screening followed by conversation and Q&A with John Vick\, Brie Stoltzfus\, and Jennifer Martin \nGuests are welcome to join us for the reception or arrive in time for the screening.
URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/revolutionary-family-the-biddles-american-independence/
LOCATION:Washington Crossing Historic Park\, 1112 River Road\, Washington Crossing\, PA\, 18977\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T150000
DTSTAMP:20260509T102035Z
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SUMMARY:Monthly Living History: Soldier Saturdays – Maritime Services
DESCRIPTION:May: Maritime Services in the Revolution\nCome meet a group of reenactors portraying Continental Marines and learn about their important role in the American Revolution! Interactive living history displays will connect visitors with maritime life both at home and abroad. \nLocation:  Historic Village\, 1112 River Road\, Washington Crossing\, PA 18977 \nTime:  Saturday May 9th 2026\, 11am – 3pm \nThis free event is part of our Monthly Living History Series. From April through October 2026\, Washington Crossing Historic Park hosts Soldier Saturdays & Farmstead Fridays. Presented in partnership with Americana Corner\, these free monthly programs explore military and civilian life during the American Revolution. \nUpcoming Programs\n\nFarmstead Fridays – Thompson-Neely Farmstead\nLocation: 1638 River Road\, New Hope\, PA 18938Explore civilian life during the Revolution with hands-on demonstrations. Programs take place on the 4th Friday of each month. \n\nMay 22: Tending the Farmstead\nJune 26: Historic Trades\nJuly 24: Haymaking\nAugust 28: Milling with Water Power\nSeptember 25: Tending the Flock\nOctober 23: Preparing for Winter\n\nGarden ToursStep into the sights\, scents\, and stories of an 18th-century kitchen garden on these guided tours\, held at the Hibbs Garden\, the same day as Farmstead Fridays\, at 12:30pm (registration required) \n\nSoldier Saturdays – Lower Park Village\nLocation: 1112 River Road\, Washington Crossing\, PA 18977Learn about military life during the Revolution with monthly themed programs\, held on the 2nd Saturday of each month. \n\nJune 13: Cooking on Campaign\nJuly 11: Hessian Occupation\nAugust 8: Artillery\nSeptember 12: Camp Followers\nOctober 10: Civilians in the War Effort
URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/monthly-living-history-programs-soldier-saturdays-2/
LOCATION:Washington Crossing Historic Park\, 1112 River Road\, Washington Crossing\, PA\, 18977\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Washington Crossing Park":MAILTO:info@washingtoncrossingpark.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T200000
DTSTAMP:20260429T102059Z
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SUMMARY:Lecture – “The Writing of the Declaration and What It Meant in 1776″
DESCRIPTION:Friends of Washington Crossing Park (FWCP) has been awarded a $15\,000 grant through America250PA’s Lecture250 Series to support their upcoming presentation\, “The Writing of the Declaration and What It Meant in 1776”. The funding will help Washington Crossing Historic Park offer this signature lecture and support the other free public lectures presented at the park throughout the year\, exploring the people\, ideas\, and events that shaped our Commonwealth and the nation. \nDr. Emily Sneff’s new book\, When the Declaration of Independence Was News\, examines how the Declaration was disseminated\, interpreted\, and remembered in Pennsylvania and across the Atlantic world in 1776. Sneff\, a consulting curator for national exhibitions commemorating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence\, holds a Ph.D. in History from William & Mary and will be on a national book tour in advance of the 2026 anniversary. \nRather than viewing the Declaration through the lens of hindsight\, this program examines the document at the moment of its creation in 1776\, when its legacy was uncertain and the outcome of the war against Great Britain remained unknown. Dr. Sneff explores how the Declaration was printed\, translated\, and circulated across the emerging nation and throughout the Atlantic world\, highlighting the many individuals involved in declaring independence\, from printers and soldiers to diplomats and translators. The lecture will also consider the Declaration’s enduring relevance in civic life today. \nFollowing the talk\, a living history component featuring historical reenactors will complement the program with interactive interpretation and a moderated audience Q&A. \nAttendees will receive a complimentary commemorative America250 pin and will have the opportunity to meet the author. Copies of the book will be available for purchase and signing. \n\nThis free lecture is made possible by our General Level Supporter\, America250PA\, through the Lecture250 Grant Program.
URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/lecture-when-the-declaration-of-independence-was-news/
LOCATION:Washington Crossing Historic Park\, 1112 River Road\, Washington Crossing\, PA\, 18977\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Lectures
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Washington Crossing Park":MAILTO:info@washingtoncrossingpark.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T133000
DTSTAMP:20260424T102100Z
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SUMMARY:Hibbs House Garden Tours – April 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join Washington Crossing Historic Park’s Historical Horticulturist\, Anna Davis\, for a guided walk through the working garden that supports the park’s interpretation of colonial life. \nDuring this 45-minute tour\, visitors will explore the seasonal herbs\, vegetables\, flowers\, and dye plants that would have been commonly grown in American kitchen gardens of the 1700s. Learn how these plants were used for food\, textiles\, and everyday remedies while discovering how historians and gardeners reconstruct historic landscapes using period sources. \nAlong the way\, Anna will share stories about early American gardening practices\, heirloom plant varieties\, and the role gardens played in the daily life of families living along the Delaware River during the Revolutionary era. \nThis tour is offered in conjunction with Farmstead Friday programming\, and our daily Crossing the Delaware Tour\, and offers a behind-the-scenes look at the research\, cultivation\, and care that bring this historic garden to life. \n  \n \n 
URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/hibbs-house-garden-tours/
LOCATION:Washington Crossing Historic Park – Visitor Center & Historic Village\, 1112 River Road\, Washington Crossing\, PA\, 18977\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Outdoors
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Washington Crossing Park":MAILTO:info@washingtoncrossingpark.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T150000
DTSTAMP:20260424T102100Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T102100Z
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SUMMARY:Monthly Living History: Farmstead Fridays – Household Chores
DESCRIPTION:April: Household Chores\nJoin us as the farmstead steps into spring with different tasks to do around the house and gardens. Whether it’s mending clothes\, preparing garden beds\, or making candles\, our interpreters will be busy preparing for a new season of farm production as it was done 250 years ago. \nLocation:  Thompson-Neely Farmstead\, 1638 River Road\, New Hope\, PA 18938 \nTime:  Friday April 24th 2026\, 11am – 3pm \nThis free event is part of our Monthly Living History Series. From April through October 2026\, Washington Crossing Historic Park hosts Soldier Saturdays & Farmstead Fridays. Presented in partnership with Americana Corner\, these free monthly programs explore military and civilian life during the American Revolution. \n\nUpcoming Programs\n\nFarmstead Fridays – Thompson-Neely Farmstead\nLocation: 1638 River Road\, New Hope\, PA 18938Explore civilian life during the Revolution with hands-on demonstrations. Programs take place on the 4th Friday of each month. \n\nMay 22: Tending the Farmstead\nJune 26: Historic Trades\nJuly 24: Haymaking\nAugust 28: Milling with Water Power\nSeptember 25: Tending the Flock\nOctober 23: Preparing for Winter\n\nGarden ToursStep into the sights\, scents\, and stories of an 18th-century kitchen garden on these guided tours\, held at the Hibbs House in the Lower Park on the same day as Farmstead Fridays\, at 12:30pm (registration required). \n\nSoldier Saturdays – Lower Park Village\nLocation: 1112 River Road\, Washington Crossing\, PA 18977Learn about military life during the Revolution with monthly themed programs\, held on the 2nd Saturday of each month. \n\nMay 9: Maritime Services in the Revolution\nJune 13: Cooking on Campaign\nJuly 11: Hessian Occupation\nAugust 8: Artillery\nSeptember 12: Camp Followers\nOctober 10: Civilians in the War Effort
URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/farmstead-fridays-april-2026/
LOCATION:Washington Crossing Historic Park – Visitor Center & Historic Village\, 1112 River Road\, Washington Crossing\, PA\, 18977\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Washington Crossing Park":MAILTO:info@washingtoncrossingpark.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T160000
DTSTAMP:20260418T093550Z
CREATED:20260126T042044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260418T093550Z
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SUMMARY:Wheat and Sheep Day 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, April 18\, 2026\, from 10 AM to 4 PM as we welcome spring at Washington Crossing Historic Park with a day of hands-on history and family fun at the Thompson-Neely Farmstead. This special event invites visitors to explore how wheat and wool were essential parts of daily life in early America through interactive demonstrations\, historic tours\, and engaging activities for all ages. \nThroughout the day\, enjoy traditional hand shearing demonstrations\, tour the historic grist mill\, and learn how raw materials like fleece and grain were transformed into everyday necessities during the colonial period. \nVisitors will also have the opportunity to tour the Thompson-Neely House\, recently renovated with a new exhibit unveiled in 2025\, for the 250th anniversary\, making this a perfect time to come back for a visit. \nSheep Shearing Demonstrations\nSheep-shearing demonstrations will take place hourly beginning at 10 AM. Visitors can observe traditional hand-shearing techniques\, learn about historic farming practices\, and meet the Thompson-Neely sheep. Full Shearing Schedule:  \n\n\n\n10:00 – Alex\n11:00 – Inky\n12:00 – Hannah\n1:00 – Robert\n2:00 – Nathanael\n3:00 – Rusty\n\n\n\nHistoric Grist Mill Tours\nTours of the Thompson-Neely Grist Mill will be offered on the half hour from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM. Visitors will learn how water-powered mills worked\, why they were essential to 18th-century life\, and how this particular mill supported the Thompson-Neely farm and helped provide food for Washington’s army during the December 1776 encampment. \nMeet The Flock\nMeet the sheep who make Wheat & Sheep Day so special! Throughout the day\, you’ll have the chance to meet the members of our historic flock. Each sheep has its own personality and plays a part in bringing history to life at the Thompson-Neely Farmstead. If you feel a connection to one of our wooly residents\, you’re welcome to sponsor a sheep and help support their ongoing care. It’s a meaningful way to stay connected to the flock long after your visit. \nDon’t Miss Out!\nPre-registration is required and this “pay what you wish” event is limited to 150 people total; the recommended fee is $10 per person.
URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/wheat-and-sheep-day-3/
LOCATION:Washington Crossing Historic Park – Thompson-Neely Farmstead\, 1638 River Road\, New Hope\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T150000
DTSTAMP:20260411T085047Z
CREATED:20260303T070545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T085047Z
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SUMMARY:Monthly Living History: Soldier Saturdays – Uniform Production
DESCRIPTION:April: Uniform Production\nDiscover the ins-and-outs of how Continental Army uniforms were crafted and worn.  Participants can see live demonstrations of period production techniques\, and have the opportunity to try simple uniform-making tasks themselves. Reproduction uniforms will be on display to highlight how fashion and functionality shaped the soldiers’ appearance on the battlefield. \nLocation:  Historic Village\, 1112 River Road\, Washington Crossing\, PA 18977 \nTime:  Saturday April 11th 2026\, 11am – 3pm \nThis free event is part of our Monthly Living History Series. From April through October 2026\, Washington Crossing Historic Park hosts Soldier Saturdays & Farmstead Fridays. Presented in partnership with Americana Corner\, these free monthly programs explore military and civilian life during the American Revolution. \nUpcoming Programs\n\nFarmstead Fridays – Thompson-Neely Farmstead\nLocation: 1638 River Road\, New Hope\, PA 18938Explore civilian life during the Revolution with hands-on demonstrations. Programs take place on the 4th Friday of each month. \n\nMay 22: Tending the Farmstead\nJune 26: Historic Trades\nJuly 24: Haymaking\nAugust 28: Milling with Water Power\nSeptember 25: Tending the Flock\nOctober 23: Preparing for Winter\n\nGarden ToursStep into the sights\, scents\, and stories of an 18th-century kitchen garden on these guided tours\, held at the Hibbs Garden\, the same day as Farmstead Fridays\, at 12:30pm (registration required) \n\nSoldier Saturdays – Lower Park Village\nLocation: 1112 River Road\, Washington Crossing\, PA 18977Learn about military life during the Revolution with monthly themed programs\, held on the 2nd Saturday of each month. \n\nMay 9: Maritime Services in the Revolution\nJune 13: Cooking on Campaign\nJuly 11: Hessian Occupation\nAugust 8: Artillery\nSeptember 12: Camp Followers\nOctober 10: Civilians in the War Effort
URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/monthly-living-history-programs-soldier-saturdays/
LOCATION:Washington Crossing Historic Park\, 1112 River Road\, Washington Crossing\, PA\, 18977\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Washington Crossing Park":MAILTO:info@washingtoncrossingpark.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T120000
DTSTAMP:20260328T082040Z
CREATED:20260307T073741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260328T082040Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Open House
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in joining a vibrant community and contributing to the mission of the Park? If so\, you are invited to attend our upcoming Volunteer Open House on Saturday\, March 28\, at the Visitor Center from 10:00 AM–12:00 PM. \nFWCP have an active and engaged volunteer corps that assists with numerous functions throughout the park. Volunteers help with special events like the Crossing Reenactment\, ongoing activities like garden maintenance and animal care\, daily duties like visitor services\, and occasional projects like painting and tree planting\, plus much more. In 2025\, volunteers contributed over 9\,700 hours! \nThe program will begin at 10:00 AM with a general orientation and Q&A in the auditorium. At 11:00 AM\, visitors will be invited into the Riverview Room to explore tables with more information about specific ways to get involved. Talk to current volunteers about their experience and speak directly with staff members to gain insight into all the opportunities in our organization. You can also learn about corporate matching gifts and day-of-service activities for your company. To RSVP\, please use the link below.
URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/volunteer-open-house/
LOCATION:Washington Crossing Historic Park\, 1112 River Road\, Washington Crossing\, PA\, 18977\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Outdoors
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Washington Crossing Park":MAILTO:info@washingtoncrossingpark.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T110000
DTSTAMP:20260328T095049Z
CREATED:20260312T215243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260328T095049Z
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SUMMARY:Continental Lane Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join park staff on a 2-mile hike along the park’s Continental Lane trail. This hike will follow one of the supposed paths of Washington and his troops after disembarking from the banks of the Delaware River on Christmas night 1776. Please meet in the parking lot at the front entrance to the park by 10 a.m. to meet the group. Enjoy the natural aspect of the trail as well as hear the history of Washington’s historic crossing. Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy footwear. Bring binoculars or a camera if you have them. Binoculars are available on a first come\, first serve basis. All ages welcome.
URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/continental-lane-hike-2/
LOCATION:Washington Crossing State Park\, 355 Washington Crossing Pennington Rd\, Titusville\, NJ\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260322T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260322T100000
DTSTAMP:20260321T225215Z
CREATED:20260319T222048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260321T225215Z
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SUMMARY:Bluebird Monitoring Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Volunteers needed to help monitor Washington Crossing State Park’s Eastern Bluebird Trail system. This workshop will cover Eastern Bluebirds\, their conservation history\, and how you can get involved in the program as well as a short walk through one of the Bluebird Trails. This workshop will take place inside the Nature Center starting at 9 AM and last about two hours including the half mile walk. Please use the link to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bluebird-monitoring-workshop-tickets-1985075488222
URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/bluebird-monitoring-workshop/
LOCATION:355 Washington Crossing Pennington Rd\, Titusville\, NJ\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
GEO:40.296774;-74.866831
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260315T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260315T150000
DTSTAMP:20260315T075039Z
CREATED:20251218T022126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260315T075039Z
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SUMMARY:“An Afternoon with Martha Washington” as portrayed by Alisa Dupuy of The Ladies of History
DESCRIPTION:Alisa Dupuy has been portraying Martha Dandridge Custis Washington as she was during the American Revolution since 2009 and has performed for hundreds of audiences nationwide. Her engaging solo performance explores Martha’s early life\, her first marriage and children\, her meeting and marriage to George Washington\, and the trials and triumphs they endured during the Revolutionary War. Audiences gain insight into what it was like to be part of the nation’s first “First Couple\,” as well as reflections on their lives together. \nThis event is pay-what-you-wish. Similar living-history and museum programs typically carry a $10 per person admission\, and guests are invited to contribute at a level that feels meaningful to them in support of the park’s 250th anniversary programming. \nThe program is sponsored by three local DAR chapters: \nBucks County Chapter\, Doylestown\, PA \nMargaret Gale Thornton Chapter\, Pipersville\, PA \nWashington Crossing Chapter\, Yardley / Newtown\, PA \n  \nOrganized by the DAR in support of the park’s 250th initiatives\, all proceeds directly benefit the Friends of Washington Crossing Park. \nEvent registration is required for all participants.
URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/an-afternoon-with-martha-washington-as-portrayed-by-alisa-dupuy-of-the-ladies-of-history/
LOCATION:Washington Crossing Historic Park\, 1112 River Road\, Washington Crossing\, PA\, 18977\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Washington Crossing Park":MAILTO:info@washingtoncrossingpark.org
GEO:40.2956543;-74.8718835
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260215T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260215T140000
DTSTAMP:20260215T060611Z
CREATED:20251218T022125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260215T060611Z
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SUMMARY:Washington’s Birthday Celebration
DESCRIPTION:  \nGeorge Washington’s 294th Birthday Celebration\n📅 Sunday\, February 15 | ⏰ 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM | 📍 Washington Crossing Historic Park (PA) \nCelebrate George Washington’s 294th birthday with a lively\, hands-on afternoon at the park. This free\, family-friendly event invites visitors to step back into the 18th century with interactive activities and living history demonstrations taking place throughout the park. Activities are best suited for ages 4–12\, though all ages are welcome to attend. \nChildren will receive an event passport\, and can get it stamped at each of the interpretive stations throughout the park. Collect all the stamps to win a special prize! Children 12 and under are also encouraged to take part in the park’s “Let’s Draw George” contest by creating a handmade birthday card or artwork featuring George Washington. \nThe Visitor Center Museum will be open from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM\, and a food truck will be on site with hot beverages and snacks available for purchase. At 1:45 PM\, everyone is invited to gather in the Visitor Center to sing “Happy Birthday” to General Washington\, watch him cut his birthday cake with his sword\, and enjoy cupcakes. \nFamily-Friendly Activities for Kids\n\nQuill Pen Writing\nCreate your own Officer’s Cockade\nSpin Yarn on a Drop Spindle\nTake part in a Children’s Muster and Drill\nColoring Pages\n\nLiving History Demonstrations\n\nKnitting\nHearth Cooking\nBlacksmithing\nArtillery Demonstration\nMusket Firing\nFife & Drum Corps\n\n“Let’s Draw George” Contest\nCreate a handmade birthday card or artwork featuring George Washington in any medium or style—creativity encouraged! Contest entries can be created at the event\, made at home and brought in\, or mailed to the address below. Please submit entries by February 15th. Include artist’s name\, age\, address\, and guardian’s phone number and email contact\, on the back. \nFriends of Washington Crossing Park\n1112 River Road\nWashington Crossing\, PA 18977 \nClick here for full contest details and to view artwork of past winners! \nBirthday Celebration\nAt 1:45 PM\, gather in the Auditorium of the Visitor Center to sing Happy Birthday to General Washington and watch him cut his cake – with his sword!\nCake generously donated by The Caketeria\, Newtown. \nFood & Drink\nTravelin’ Toms Coffee will be on site with coffee and other hot beverages available for purchase. \nThanks to Our Major Level Supporter\nThis event is free\, thanks to the generous support of NJM Insurance Group. \nDon’t Miss Out!\nRegistration is required. We can’t wait to see you there!
URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/washingtons-birthday-celebration/
LOCATION:Washington Crossing Historic Park\, 1112 River Road\, Washington Crossing\, PA\, 18977\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T183000
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SUMMARY:Book Club
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe Washington Crossing Historic Park Book Club invites history enthusiasts to explore the American Revolution through engaging discussion and carefully selected readings. Led by the park’s Museum Curator\, Kimberly McCarty\, the club meets virtually via Zoom and focuses on books that shed new light on the Revolutionary era\, with special emphasis on the events surrounding the Delaware River crossing and the 1776 campaign. Free and open to all\, meetings typically take place on the third Monday of each month but may be moved depending on other events or the Park curator’s requirements\, and provide an opportunity to connect with fellow readers while deepening your understanding of this pivotal period in American history.\n\nKick off 2026 with the Washington Crossing Historic Park Book Club as we read and discuss Michael D. Hattem’s The Memory of ’76. This thought-provoking work examines how Americans have remembered and interpreted the Revolution over time\, challenging familiar narratives and encouraging fresh perspectives. During this virtual Zoom meeting\, participants will discuss the Introduction – Chapter 5 with guidance from the park’s curator and fellow readers. The program is free to attend\, participants are responsible for obtaining their own copy of the book. Registration is required to receive the Zoom link.\n\nSign up Here
URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/book-club-11/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Book Club,History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260117T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260117T110000
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SUMMARY:Continental Lane Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join park staff on a 2-mile hike along the park’s Continental Lane trail. This hike will follow one of the supposed paths of Washington and his troops after disembarking from the banks of the Delaware River on Christmas night 1776. Enjoy the natural aspect of the trail as well as hear the history of Washington’s historic crossing. Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy footwear. Bring binoculars or a camera if you have them. Binoculars are available on a first come\, first serve basis. This is a free program. All ages welcome.
URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/continental-lane-hike/
LOCATION:495 Washington Crossing Pennington Rd\, Titusville\, NJ\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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