Events
Events
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Colonial Summer Day Camp
Old Barracks Museum 101 Barrack St, Trenton, NJ, United StatesJoin General Washington’s ranks at the Colonial Summer Day Camp at the Old Barracks for an unforgettable week of exploring American history! Designed for children ages 9 to 12, the camp runs from July 13 to 17, from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM each day. Registration costs $275 for Old Barracks Association Lieutenant Members and…
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Colonial Kids Camp
$265/members $280/non-members After care available from 4pm – 5pm for an additional $30 per day. Colonial Kids Camp is for children ages 7-9. Reservations are required and space is limited. Email info@pennsburymanor.org to secure your spot. In Penn’s time, food and medicine were grown in a garden, the major highway to Philadelphia was the Delaware River,…
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Tai Chi by the Delaware
Nelson House 2 River Dr, Titusville, NJ, United StatesTai Chi with our steadfast volunteers and beloved teachers Lisa and Robert! They lead classes by the Delaware River for all levels on Saturday mornings from 8:30 to 9:30 am. Wear comfy clothes, no mat required. Meet us on River Drive in Titusville, in front of the second parking lot near the Nelson House (and close…
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Tai Chi by the Delaware
Washington Crossing Bridge Parking Lot Titusville, NJ, United StatesTai Chi with our steadfast volunteers and beloved teachers Lisa and Robert! They lead classes by the Delaware River for all levels on Saturday mornings from 8:30 to 9:30 am. Wear comfy clothes, no mat required. Meet us on River Drive in Titusville, in front of the second parking lot near the Nelson House (and close…
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Fungi of Washington Crossing State Park
495 Washington Crossing Pennington Rd Titusville, NJ, United StatesTHIS JULY 18TH EVENT WAS POSTPONED TO AUGUST 8TH, DUE TO RAIN.Experience the fungi of Washington Crossing with experienced volunteers of the NJ Mycology Association.Meet at the Nature Center by 10 AM for a short introduction to the fungi of New Jersey followed by a hike around fungi rich sections of the park. In total,…
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Songs and Stories of The American Revolution
Washington Crossing State Park Visitors Center - Washington Crossing Pennington Rd. - Washington Crossing, NJ, usJoin 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.
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Continental Lane Forest Restoration
484 Washington Crossing Pe Rd, Hopewell Township, NJ, 08560, United StatesJoin the WCPA Conservation Crew on a forest restoration project!We 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!Ages 16+. No experience necessary. Bring gloves and a tool like…
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Open-Hearth Cooking: White Meats: Cheese and Dairy
Pennsbury Manor 400 Pennsbury Memorial Road, Morrisville, PA, United StatesThe cooks will demonstrate 17th century receipts using dairy products. Admission: Adults $9 (12-64), Seniors $7 (65+), Children $5 (3-11). Members Free. Admission also includes the award-winning indoor exhibit, visit with the animals, seasonal garden, and optional guided tour of the Manor House. Sunday guided tours are available at 12:30, 1:30, 2:30, and 3:30pm.…
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Book Club
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…
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Monthly Living History: Farmstead Fridays – Making Hay by Hand
Washington Crossing Historic Park – Thompson-Neely Farmstead 1638 River Road, New Hope, United StatesJuly: Making Hay by Hand The hay harvest was one of the most important tasks of the year, as it would sustain livestock through the long winter. It was also one of the most labor-intensive. We will demonstrate all the steps in the process, including hand-mowing with scythes! Location: Thompson-Neely Farmstead, 1638 River Road, New Hope,…