Join us for a series of Free Weekly Living History programs that we will be conducting in the park on Fridays in April – June at the Lower Park, and then Fridays and Saturdays in July – September at the Thompson Neely Farmstead. These programs will cover a variety of topics surrounding the life of…
Come to Tai Chi with our steadfast volunteers and beloved teachers Lisa and Robert, who lead classes for all levels. Wear comfy clothes, no mat required.Find us on River Drive in the lower park, in front of the main parking lot near the Nelson House.Classes are free, however donations are deeply appreciated! Note: classes will…
Join us for a series of Free Weekly Living History programs that we will be conducting in the park on Fridays in April – June at the Lower Park, and then Fridays and Saturdays in July – September at the Thompson Neely Farmstead. These programs will cover a variety of topics surrounding the life of…
Park historians Clay Craighead and Mark Sirak will begin doing Musket firing demonstrations on April 13th at 2pm!Musket demos will occur on most Saturdays (staffing and weather permitting) at 2pm from April through August.
Come and witness some of the trades and crafts practiced at Pennsbury Manor during the 17th Century. Our blacksmiths, joyners and spinners will be eager to talk to you about their work and its importance during Penn’s time. This program is provided free of charge with admission to Pennsbury Manor, which includes a tour of…
The WCPA Trail Stewards make up our most beloved and active team. They meet monthly at the Park’s Nature Center under the enthusiastic direction of Park employee Kevin Kavanaugh, clearing trails, removing brush, and constructing water bars and other trail necessities. They meet for lunch afterwards, courtesy of the WCPA. Tools are provided. Participants should wear…
The WCPA Trail Stewards make up our most beloved and active team. They meet monthly at the Park’s Nature Center under the enthusiastic direction of Park employee Kevin Kavanaugh, clearing trails, removing brush, and constructing water bars and other trail necessities. They meet for lunch afterwards, courtesy of the WCPA. Tools are provided. Participants should wear…
Come to Tai Chi with our steadfast volunteers and beloved teachers Lisa and Robert, who lead classes for all levels. Wear comfy clothes, no mat required.Find us on River Drive in the lower park, in front of the main parking lot near the Nelson House.Classes are free, however donations are deeply appreciated! Note: classes will…
Join us for a series of Free Weekly Living History programs that we will be conducting in the park on Fridays in April – June at the Lower Park, and then Fridays and Saturdays in July – September at the Thompson Neely Farmstead. These programs will cover a variety of topics surrounding the life of…
Spend a Sunday afternoon at the Princeton Battlefield State Park and learn more about the Battle of Princeton, a battle that ended the “ten crucial days” of 1776-1777. Walk in the footprints of Washington’s troops and listen to exciting narratives of soldier and civilian experiences. Your tour is led by an approved Historical Interpreter. Following…
The border between Pennsylvania and Maryland was not clearly designated until well into the 1700s. Through William Penn’s proprietorship, he clashed with Maryland proprietor Lord Baltimore over the border. For people living in the areas under dispute, the conflict impacted their safety, economy, and ways they practiced their faith. This program is provided free of…
This event is online-only! Visitors may attend virtually on Zoom. Registration is required. Log-in information provided at registration. In recognition of the Marquis de Lafayette’s 1824 tour of America James Taub, Associate Curator at the Museum of the American Revolution, will examine how French service in the colonies influenced the future of the empire. We…
Join us for a series of Free Weekly Living History programs that we will be conducting in the park on Fridays in April – June at the Lower Park, and then Fridays and Saturdays in July – September at the Thompson Neely Farmstead. These programs will cover a variety of topics surrounding the life of…
Come to Tai Chi with our steadfast volunteers and beloved teachers Lisa and Robert, who lead classes for all levels. Wear comfy clothes, no mat required.Find us on River Drive in the lower park, in front of the main parking lot near the Nelson House.Classes are free, however donations are deeply appreciated! Note: classes will…
Join us for a series of Free Weekly Living History programs that we will be conducting in the park on Fridays in April – June at the Lower Park, and then Fridays and Saturdays in July – September at the Thompson Neely Farmstead. These programs will cover a variety of topics surrounding the life of…
The Sad Saga of a Young British Officer Who Met His Fate in the Hunterdon Hills, presented at the Washington Crossing State Park Visitors Center Museum by Bob McHugh, Park Historian.
The cooks will be preparing breathtaking cakes of all sizes. Come learn what it takes to bake a great cake! This program is provided free of charge with admission to Pennsbury Manor, which includes a tour of the Manor House and other historic buildings. Tours are offered at 12:30, 1:30, 2:30, and 3:30 pm.
In partnership with the Friends of Washington Crossing Park the next meeting of the Washington Crossing Historic Park Book Club is set for Monday, September 16 at 5:30 PM. This meeting will be held virtually using Zoom. Click here to register. Registration is required. Zoom meeting details will be provided upon registration. Museum Curator Kimberly McCarty will…
Take a guided night time bicycle ride, by the light of the Harvest Moon, up the Delaware & Raritan Canal Towpath toward the Lambertville wing dam (approx. 13 miles round trip). Meet by the public restrooms at the far end of the Nelson House parking area. Bring your own bike, water, mounted front and rear…
Join us for a series of Free Weekly Living History programs that we will be conducting in the park on Fridays in April – June at the Lower Park, and then Fridays and Saturdays in July – September at the Thompson Neely Farmstead. These programs will cover a variety of topics surrounding the life of…
Come to Tai Chi with our steadfast volunteers and beloved teachers Lisa and Robert, who lead classes for all levels. Wear comfy clothes, no mat required.Find us on River Drive in the lower park, in front of the main parking lot near the Nelson House.Classes are free, however donations are deeply appreciated! Note: classes will…
Come to Tai Chi with our steadfast volunteers and beloved teachers Lisa and Robert, who lead classes for all levels. Wear comfy clothes, no mat required.Find us on River Drive in the lower park, in front of the main parking lot near the Nelson House.Classes are free, however donations are deeply appreciated! Note: classes will…
Meet renowned multi-disciplinary artist Nathan Young at Pennsbury Manor. First, experience his sonic art installation nkwiluntàmën. Then hear Young’s presentation followed by Q&A Nathan Young is a member of the Delaware Tribe of Indians, a federally recognized Lenape Tribe. In his exhibition currently on view, nkwiluntàmën, Young reimagined Pennsbury Manor as a site for both…
Beer brewing and garden maintenance were critical to the lives of those living at Pennsbury Manor. Explore and experience the sights, sounds, and smells of the recipes and plants that fed the early residents of Pennsylvania. This program is provided free of charge with admission to Pennsbury Manor, which includes a tour of the Manor…
Spend a Sunday afternoon at the Princeton Battlefield State Park and learn more about the Battle of Princeton, a battle that ended the “ten crucial days” of 1776-1777. Walk in the footprints of Washington’s troops and listen to exciting narratives of soldier and civilian experiences. Your tour is led by an approved Historical Interpreter. Following…
Hear a fascinating talk by visiting lecturer Dr. Randall Miller about the ever-evolving field of study of American slavery. A major challenge to historians studying slavery is the lack of written documents from the perspective of enslaved people. This, of course, was the result of deliberate attempts from enslavers to prevent the enslaved from having…
Join us for a series of Free Weekly Living History programs that we will be conducting in the park on Fridays in April – June at the Lower Park, and then Fridays and Saturdays in July – September at the Thompson Neely Farmstead. These programs will cover a variety of topics surrounding the life of…
Come to Tai Chi with our steadfast volunteers and beloved teachers Lisa and Robert, who lead classes for all levels. Wear comfy clothes, no mat required.Find us on River Drive in the lower park, in front of the main parking lot near the Nelson House.Classes are free, however donations are deeply appreciated! Note: classes will…
Come to Tai Chi with our steadfast volunteers and beloved teachers Lisa and Robert, who lead classes for all levels. Wear comfy clothes, no mat required.Find us on River Drive in the lower park, in front of the main parking lot near the Nelson House.Classes are free, however donations are deeply appreciated! Note: classes will…
Take a tour of Pennsbury Manor’s famous gardens and grounds, and then settle into your favorite spot to paint! Whether you’re a seasoned painter or just starting out, this workshop offers the perfect opportunity to enhance your skills, find inspiration, and create beautiful art. Our resident artist will tailor instruction each student’s experience! Materials provided:…
Meet the furry, fuzzy, and feathered inhabitants at Pennsbury, and discover the important role their 17th century predecessors played in daily life. This program is provided free of charge with admission to Pennsbury Manor, which includes a tour of the Manor House and other historic buildings. Tours are offered at 12:30, 1:30, 2:30, and 3:30…
Learn about the Crossing during the time of day it actually occurred by taking a Lantern Tour of Washington Crossing Historic Park this fall! Tours will take place every Friday and Saturday in October at 6:30 and 7:30 PM. They will include a living history presentation on the conditions the men would have faced the…
Come to Tai Chi with our steadfast volunteers and beloved teachers Lisa and Robert, who lead classes for all levels. Wear comfy clothes, no mat required.Find us on River Drive in the lower park, in front of the main parking lot near the Nelson House.Classes are free, however donations are deeply appreciated! Note: classes will…
Hopewell Township is sponsoring their annual Clean Sweep Day SATURDAY, OCTOBER 5th. Please join our WCPA Team to clean trash from the entire perimeter of the Park AND raise funds! We meet at the Township building and get bags, gloves and grabbers, then we go to town on trash : )
Come to Tai Chi with our steadfast volunteers and beloved teachers Lisa and Robert, who lead classes for all levels. Wear comfy clothes, no mat required.Find us on River Drive in the lower park, in front of the main parking lot near the Nelson House.Classes are free, however donations are deeply appreciated! Note: classes will…
Spend a Sunday afternoon at the Princeton Battlefield State Park and learn more about the Battle of Princeton, a battle that ended the “ten crucial days” of 1776-1777. Walk in the footprints of Washington’s troops and listen to exciting narratives of soldier and civilian experiences. Your tour is led by an approved Historical Interpreter. Following…
Come and witness some of the trades and crafts practiced at Pennsbury Manor during the 17th Century. Our blacksmiths, joyners and spinners will be eager to talk to you about their work and its importance during Penn’s time. This program is provided free of charge with admission to Pennsbury Manor, which includes a tour of…
This is a hybrid event. Visitors may attend in-person in the Visitor Center Auditorium or virtually on Zoom. Registration required. Log-in information provided at registration. Join historian Brady Crytzer as he discusses his book The Whiskey Rebellion: A Distilled History of an American Crisis. In March 1791 Treasury Secretary Alexander Hamilton shocked the western frontier when…