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As part of the Fall 2019 Lecture Series sponsored by the Sons of the Revolution in the State of New Jersey, Hal Taylor will speak about his book "Before Penn: An Illustrated History of The Delaware River Colonies 1609 - 1682 " on Tuesday, October 29 at 7 PM. Books will be available for purchase… |
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(9 yrs. - adult) This is a naturalist-guided 3 1/2 - 4 mile hike taking on the park’s natural and historic areas, and several interesting and remote sections of the park during the fall foliage season. Wear sturdy footwear. Bring drinking water, a snack and a pair of binoculars (if you wish). Free.https://www.meetup.com/washingtoncrossingstatepark/events/265241501/ |
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(All ages) Jim Wade, former archivist and researcher with the N.J. State Museum will discuss primitive stone tool use by Native Americans in central New Jersey. Emphasis will be on the significance and importance of the Indian way of life during the autumn season, focusing on the activities of fall hunting, gathering and religious ceremonies.… |
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As part of the Fall 2019 Lecture Series sponsored by the Sons of the Revolution in the State of New Jersey, Kenneth H. Gossard will speak about his book "Thalers and Pence: Foreign Coins in the American Colonies 1607-1857 " on Monday, November 4 at 7 PM. Books will be available for purchase in the… |
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Tour the Old Barracks Museum in the evening twilight to discover first-hand how light and darkness affected daily activities, work, and entertainment in the 18th century. Availability of light varied among social class and rank. This 45 minute tour is not simply "Barracks-by-night", but instead focuses on life after sunset before electricity. See how access… |
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Lamb’s Artillery Company will be conducting artillery demonstrations at 12:00, 1:30, 2:30 & 3:30. Free. https://www.meetup.com/washingtoncrossingstatepark/events/265241770/
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(All ages) Join us for an informal naturalist-guided trail walk. Free. https://www.meetup.com/washingtoncrossingstatepark/events/265241554/ |
3 events,The WCPA Historic Preservation & Education Committee will present their talk, "Washingtons Crossing, The Rest of the Story," at Princeton NJ's Community Without Walls. By Invitation Only. 
On Sunday, November 10, all United States veterans and active-duty military personnel and their families are invited to take a free tour of the Historic Village or Thompson-Neely House & Grist Mill, or enjoy free admission to Bowman’s Hill Tower. Military identification is required.
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(6 yrs. - adult) This program will deal with the fundamentals pertaining to survival when lost in the wild. Participants will construct a weatherproof shelter completely from native materials. Advanced registration and payment required. Fee: $2.00/person, children under 6 yrs. Free. https://www.meetup.com/washingtoncrossingstatepark/events/265241595/ |
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As part of the Fall 2019 Lecture Series sponsored by the Sons of the Revolution in the State of New Jersey, Peter Stark will speak about his book "Young Washington: How Wilderness and War Forged America's Founding Father " on Tuesday, November 14 at 7 PM. Books will be available for purchase in the Quartermaster's… |
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This event is at capacity and registration has closed. Join the Friends of Washington Crossing Park for a free waffle breakfast with George Washington at the Visitor Center. Waffles with Washington will kick off at 10 AM on Saturday, November 16. This event is at capacity; registration is closed. The Friends of Washington Crossing Park,…
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Tim Stollery, an Emmy-award winning filmmaker, presents the story of Somerset County’s John Honeyman, a Griggstown, N.J. butcher and cattle dealer who, according to legend, became a spy for General George Washington before the victory at Trenton. |
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Spend a day retracing the December 25 crossing of the Delaware and the American and British military engagements at Trenton, Princeton and areas in-between. Photo by Drifting Focus Photography On the Traversing the Ten Crucial Days bus tour, historical interpreters will tell the remarkable story of these ten days that breathed crucial new life into…
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(All ages) Families and individuals will attempt to locate various natural objects in the park and obtain information about the area as they compete against themselves or others in this fun traditional game. Advanced registration required (via Meetup is fine). Free. https://www.meetup.com/washingtoncrossingstatepark/events/265241630/ |
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The November meeting of the Washington Crossing Historic Park Book Club is set for Monday, November 18, at 5:30 PM in the Visitor Center. In this meeting, museum curator Kimberly McCarty will lead a discussion of Chapters Five and Six and the Conclusion in Standing In Their Own Light: African American Patriots in the American… |
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Tour the Old Barracks Museum in the evening twilight to discover first-hand how light and darkness affected daily activities, work, and entertainment in the 18th century. Availability of light varied among social class and rank. This 45 minute tour is not simply "Barracks-by-night", but instead focuses on life after sunset before electricity. See how access… |
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As part of the Fall 2019 Lecture Series sponsored by the Sons of the Revolution in the State of New Jersey, Joyce Malcolm will speak about her book "The Tragedy of Benedict Arnold: An American Life " on Tuesday, November 14 at 7 PM. Books will be available for purchase in the Quartermaster's Store Gift… |
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Come to our “Giving Thanks: the Origin of our American Thanksgiving Holiday”, featuring the story of Thanksgiving, with traditional Thanksgiving music in the parlor. Visitors are encouraged to sing along. A Harvest Feast will be prepared in the hearth by food historian Susan McLellan Plaisted. Demonstrations and woodworking in the barn will be on-going. Refreshments…
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(All ages) Join us for an informal naturalist-guided trail walk. Free. |
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(Preteens – adult) Geocaching is a high-tech update on the old-fashioned scavenger hunt game, which utilizes GPS (global positioning system) technology to locate objects hidden in the park. Participants will learn how to obtain information and hints from the Geocaching.com website, on the location of dozens of geocache sites in and around the state park.…
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The Kiwanis Club of Washington Crossing-Yardley will host its annual tree lighting in the Historic Village area of the park on Friday, November 29. Stop by starting at 4:30 PM for hot chocolate, cookies, music, and a visit from Santa, followed by the official tree lighting. The Kiwanis Club will also collect nonperishable food and… |
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Join us Sunday, December 1, from noon to 4 PM for an afternoon of wreath making! Washington Crossing Historic Park staff will help you create a special holiday wreath inspired by those enjoyed in George Washington’s day. Wreath frames, greens, pine cones, bows and ornaments will be provided. Please bring wire cutters and any additional embellishments…
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Washington Crossing Historic Park’s Evening with the Curator series concludes for the year on Sunday, December 1 at 7 PM with a free lecture on some of the people who contributed to the Ten Crucial Days surrounding the crossing. The lecture will be held in the Visitor Center auditorium. Registration opens October 14. To register,… |