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Wreaths & Greens Workshop (Session 1) – SESSION FULL
Wreaths & Greens Workshop (Session 1) – SESSION FULL
This session is full. Calling all crafters and greens enthusiasts! Our popular Wreaths and Greens Workshop is back November 30th and offered in two sessions: 10 AM – 12 PM and 1 PM – 3 PM. Sessions are limited to 12 people, so you may want to sign up quickly. You MUST register in advance…
Ornament Workshop (Session 1)
Ornament Workshop (Session 1)
Create beautiful and unique gifts—or decorate your own tree—with handmade ornaments that capture the spirit of the holidays and release your creativity. Join our educators for this fun, hands-on class (that’s even more fun with a friend!) Materials are included for the class as well as for you to take home and continue creating! This…
Ornament Workshop (Session 2)
Ornament Workshop (Session 2)
Create beautiful and unique gifts—or decorate your own tree—with handmade ornaments that capture the spirit of the holidays and release your creativity. Join our educators for this fun, hands-on class (that’s even more fun with a friend!) Materials are included for the class as well as for you to take home and continue creating! This…
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A Historic Affair at Pen Ryn Estate
A Historic Affair at Pen Ryn Estate
Celebrating 15 Years of The Friends Join us in support of our educational mission. On Thursday, December 5 from 6 PM to 10 PM at 1601 State Road, Bensalem, PA 19020. Event Tickets Include: 21 Butlered hors d’oeuvres 3 Appetizer stations Seated dinner with salad and entrée Open bar with top shelf liquor Specialty cocktails…
Holly Nights: December 5th and 6th
Holly Nights: December 5th and 6th
Let your holiday spirit burn bright and experience the enchantment of Pennsbury Manor by candlelight. This joyous feast for the senses offers crackling fires, hot-mulled cider, dancing shadows, and the merry sounds of carolers strolling the grounds. Step back in time with the glow of candles and lanterns, the bustle of colonial craftspeople, and the…
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Holly Nights: December 5th and 6th
Holly Nights: December 5th and 6th
Let your holiday spirit burn bright and experience the enchantment of Pennsbury Manor by candlelight. This joyous feast for the senses offers crackling fires, hot-mulled cider, dancing shadows, and the merry sounds of carolers strolling the grounds. Step back in time with the glow of candles and lanterns, the bustle of colonial craftspeople, and the…
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Thompson-Neely House Encampment Tour 2024
Thompson-Neely House Encampment Tour 2024
General George Washington’s crossing of the Delaware River invokes memories of the Continental Army struggling for its survival through the harsh winter weather, poor shelter, and scant clothing. Come join us on Saturday, December 7, 2024 as our living historians take you back in time to experience the reality of the encampment at the Thompson-Neely…
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First Crossing of 2024
First Crossing of 2024
Each December, thousands of people gather on the banks of the Delaware River to watch the reenactment of George Washington’s daring 1776 Christmas night river crossing. During the event, several hundred reenactors in Continental military dress listen to an inspiring speech by General Washington and then row across the river in replica Durham boats. Join…
3rd Annual Washington’s Landing in New Jersey
3rd Annual Washington’s Landing in New Jersey
On December 8, from 11 am to 3:30 pm, please join NJ State Park historians, the Washington Crossing Park Association, the First Rhode Island Regiment, and other NJ-based reenactor groups who will give the public an opportunity to experience both the Crossing and the March to Trenton through the eyes of the men and women…
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Candlelight Tours
Candlelight Tours
Experience holiday magic through candlelight tours of the Manor House. Come and see the themed decorations throughout the Manor House and take a tour by the flickering light of candles. Join us Friday December 13th, Saturday December 14th, Friday December 27th or Saturday December 28th to experience William Penn’s home in the warm glow of…
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THE SAD SAGA OF CORNET GEARY
THE SAD SAGA OF CORNET GEARY
The Unlikely Story 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.
Candlelight Tours
Candlelight Tours
Experience holiday magic through candlelight tours of the Manor House. Come and see the themed decorations throughout the Manor House and take a tour by the flickering light of candles. Join us Friday December 13th, Saturday December 14th, Friday December 27th or Saturday December 28th to experience William Penn’s home in the warm glow of…
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December Book Club – The Great New York Fire of 1776: A Lost Story of the American Revolution
December Book Club – The Great New York Fire of 1776: A Lost Story of the American Revolution
In partnership with the Friends of Washington Crossing Park the next meeting of the Washington Crossing Historic Park Book Club is set for Monday, December 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…
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Trail Stewards Work Day
Trail Stewards Work Day
We will either continue working on clearing the trails around the Nature Center or we will clear the red-dot trail, the rest of the blue-dot trail, the yellow-dot trail, the lower horse trail, and the green-dot trail.Tools are provided although you're encouraged to bring gloves or loppers if you like. Please dress in layers, wear…
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Trail Stewards Work Day
Trail Stewards Work Day
If all of the other trails are clear, we will clear the Arboretum Trail.Tools are provided although you're encouraged to bring gloves or loppers if you like. Please dress in layers, wear a hat, work gloves, work or hiking boots, a long-sleeved shirt, and long pants. We will work in the rain but not in…
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72nd Annual Christmas Day Crossing Reenactment
72nd Annual Christmas Day Crossing Reenactment
Each December, thousands of people gather on the banks of the Delaware River to watch the reenactment of George Washington’s daring 1776 Christmas night river crossing. During the event, several hundred reenactors in Continental military dress listen to an inspiring speech by General Washington and then row across the river in replica Durham boats. On…
Christmas Day Crossing
Christmas Day Crossing
Celebrate the “Christmas Day Crossing Reenactment,” arranged by the Washington Crossing Historic Park of PA, as we commemorate the 243rd anniversary of General George Washington’s famous Christmas night crossing of the Delaware. A history narration, hot cider and donuts will be on hand at The Nelson House. An annual tradition not to be missed. Come…
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Candlelight Tours
Candlelight Tours
Experience holiday magic through candlelight tours of the Manor House. Come and see the themed decorations throughout the Manor House and take a tour by the flickering light of candles. Join us Friday December 13th, Saturday December 14th, Friday December 27th or Saturday December 28th to experience William Penn’s home in the warm glow of…
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Candlelight Tours
Candlelight Tours
Experience holiday magic through candlelight tours of the Manor House. Come and see the themed decorations throughout the Manor House and take a tour by the flickering light of candles. Join us Friday December 13th, Saturday December 14th, Friday December 27th or Saturday December 28th to experience William Penn’s home in the warm glow of…