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Washington Crossing State Park has changed in almost unimaginable ways over the last 100 years. From farm fields to gardens to plantations to old fields, shaped by deer, disease, and invasive species, the park represents a fluid and ever-changing landscape. Every aspect of the park has, whether directly or indirectly, been shaped by human-driven forces. Using Peter Osborne’s book, Where Washington… |
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The Old Barracks Museum is excited to host David Price, for our upcoming Author Lecture at the Historic Trenton Masonic Temple. Join us in learning the how and why of Washington’s victories at Trenton and Princeton in late 1776 and early 1777 during Price’s presentation on his new book, “Winning the Ten Crucial Days: The… |
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Experience the suspense and determination of the night that changed history. This fall, join us for immersive seasonal Lantern Tours of Washington Crossing Historic Park, held at the very time of day the historic Crossing occurred. Fridays & Saturdays | Sept. 26–Nov. 1 Tour Times: 6:30 PM & 7:30 PM As twilight falls over the… |
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Tai 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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Hopewell Township is sponsoring their annual Clean Sweep Day SATURDAY, October 4th. 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 pick up bags, gloves and grabbers, then we go to town on trash : )Every hour you work…
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Experience the suspense and determination of the night that changed history. This fall, join us for immersive seasonal Lantern Tours of Washington Crossing Historic Park, held at the very time of day the historic Crossing occurred. Fridays & Saturdays | Sept. 26–Nov. 1 Tour Times: 6:30 PM & 7:30 PM As twilight falls over the… |
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Enjoy an introduction to the fantastic world of fungi with this walk on Sunday, October 5th at 10am. Fungi expert, Maranda Boggs, along with park staff will lead a walk around Washington Crossing State Park in search of decomposers in all shapes and sizes. The walk will start at the Nature Center and the group…
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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.
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This is a hybrid event. Visitors may attend in-person in the Visitor Center Auditorium or virtually on Zoom. Registration is required. Log-in information provided with registration. Benjamin Carp will discuss his book The Great New York Fire of 1776: A Lost Story of the American Revolution. New York City, the strategic center of the… |
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Clear trails with the Senior Trail Stewards! 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 work in the rain & snow, but not in a downpour, so consider rain…
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Join us for a lunchtime webinar on October 10th as Joe Moore unveils the exciting vision for Washington Crossing State Park, NJ, outlining new programs and projects for the rest of this year and into 2026. He’ll also discuss the Nature Center itself, currently under renovation, and it will offer to local residents.This year, immerse…
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Experience the suspense and determination of the night that changed history. This fall, join us for immersive seasonal Lantern Tours of Washington Crossing Historic Park, held at the very time of day the historic Crossing occurred. Fridays & Saturdays | Sept. 26–Nov. 1 Tour Times: 6:30 PM & 7:30 PM As twilight falls over the… |
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Tai 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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Autumn is the time for birds of prey such as eagles, hawks, falcons, owls, and harriers to migrate! In our region, the Delaware River is used by many migrating birds in order to travel north or south during fall and spring. This outing will meet in the Washington's Grove parking lot on River Drive in Titusville,…
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Experience the suspense and determination of the night that changed history. This fall, join us for immersive seasonal Lantern Tours of Washington Crossing Historic Park, held at the very time of day the historic Crossing occurred. Fridays & Saturdays | Sept. 26–Nov. 1 Tour Times: 6:30 PM & 7:30 PM As twilight falls over the… |
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You are cordially invited to attend the wedding of Mary Lofty and John Sotcher, caretakers of Pennsbury Manor. |
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Bats are one of the most misunderstood creatures on the planet. Capable of eating over 1,000 insects a night, bats are environmental equalizers to the bug population. Mosquitoes, gnats, and other flying annoyances are all on the menu once the sun starts to set. Join park staff at the Nature Center at 5:45 pm for…
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Experience the suspense and determination of the night that changed history. This fall, join us for immersive seasonal Lantern Tours of Washington Crossing Historic Park, held at the very time of day the historic Crossing occurred. Fridays & Saturdays | Sept. 26–Nov. 1 Tour Times: 6:30 PM & 7:30 PM As twilight falls over the… |
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Tai 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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Join the Washington Crossing Park Association (WCPA) Conservation Crew for a forest restoration project along the historic Continental Lane trail. Participants will briefly learn about how invasive species are impacting New Jersey's forests. Then we'll get to work removing invasive plants to support the restoration of this important ecosystem!📍 Location: Meet us at the small parking lot on the left, just…
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Clear trails with the Trail Stewards! 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 & snow, but not in a downpour, so consider rain… |
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Watch as the cooks prepare dishes that would have delighted the tables at Pennsbury Manor in the time of William Penn.
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Come and meet historian Stan Saperstein and hear about early American artillery from pre-Revolution to 1840. See the actual procedure for loading and firing of three miniature hand built cannons plus some surprise additions. Artillery played a very important role in the Revolution. Hear about tactics and how cannons were used in different situations, especially… |
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The Washington Crossing Historic Park Book Club, run in partnership between the Park curator and the Friends of Washington Crossing Park, is a monthly, free book club where members read a selection of books relating to the history of the Ten Crucial Days and the Revolution at large and discuss together via zoom. Museum Curator… |
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An Exclusive Advance Screening of The American Revolution Join us for an Exclusive Advance Screening of: The American Revolution Join us for an unforgettable evening at Washington Crossing Historic Park, featuring an exclusive advance screening of The American Revolution, the highly anticipated new PBS documentary series from Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt. This…
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Join us for an unforgettable evening: an exclusive advance screening of The American Revolution, the highly anticipated new PBS documentary series from Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt. Timed to the 250th anniversary of the Revolutionary War, this six-part series brings America’s fight for independence to life through the diverse voices of those who… |
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Experience the suspense and determination of the night that changed history. This fall, join us for immersive seasonal Lantern Tours of Washington Crossing Historic Park, held at the very time of day the historic Crossing occurred. Fridays & Saturdays | Sept. 26–Nov. 1 Tour Times: 6:30 PM & 7:30 PM As twilight falls over the… |
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Tai 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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Learn about famous pirates and their personal flags, then design your own! For students aged 6 and up. $12 per child, $3 per adult.
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Meet the First People of Pennsylvania, the Lenape. Hear their stories, dance their dances. Pennsbury is proud to again host the federally recognized descendants of the Lenape (The Delaware tribe of Indians) for an afternoon of cultural programming. This program is provided free of charge with admission to Pennsbury Manor, which includes a tour of… |
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Join us for our annual FREE daytime trick-or-treating at Pennsbury Manor! Enjoy an afternoon of festive family-friendly Halloween fun mixed with Pennsylvania history. Kids can go trick-or-treating, play fun carnival games, sit on the jury for a witch trial, watch the magic talking pumpkin show, and more! Attend this fun and safe community Halloween celebration…
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Peak foliage in central New Jersey hits at around the end of October! Come for one of the best autumn views in the State of New Jersey. Join park staff at the Goat Hill Preserve in Lambertville for a fall hike starting from the main parking lot of the preserve, at the end of George… |
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This Lecture is hosted at Washington Crossing Historic Park in partnership with the David Center at the American Philosophical Society The war that we now call the American Revolution was not only fought in the colonies with muskets and bayonets. On both sides of the Atlantic, artists armed with paint, canvas, and wax… |
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Experience the suspense and determination of the night that changed history. This fall, join us for immersive seasonal Lantern Tours of Washington Crossing Historic Park, held at the very time of day the historic Crossing occurred. Fridays & Saturdays | Sept. 26–Nov. 1 Tour Times: 6:30 PM & 7:30 PM As twilight falls over the… |
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Tai 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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Experience the suspense and determination of the night that changed history. This fall, join us for immersive seasonal Lantern Tours of Washington Crossing Historic Park, held at the very time of day the historic Crossing occurred. Fridays & Saturdays | Sept. 26–Nov. 1 Tour Times: 6:30 PM & 7:30 PM As twilight falls over the… |
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