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  • Memorial Day Ceremony 2026

    Washington Crossing Historic Park – Thompson-Neely Farmstead 1638 River Road, New Hope, United States

      Event Overview Washington Crossing Historic Park will hold its annual Memorial Day Ceremony on Sunday, May 24 at 1 PM at the Revolutionary War Soldiers’ Gravesite behind the Thompson-Neely House (1638 River Road, New Hope, PA 18938). The observance will include a colonial color guard, fife and drum music, Revolutionary War reenactors, veterans, and…

  • Monthly Living History: Soldier Saturdays – Cooking on Campaign

    Washington Crossing Historic Park 1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, PA, United States

    June: Cooking on Campaign Learn about the foods that made up rations, how they were issued, and what Continental Soldiers ate on campaign and in camps. Visitors will also experience unique cooking methods used by 18th-century armies, drawn from primary evidence. Location:  Historic Village, 1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, PA 18977 Time:  Saturday June 13th 2026, 11am…

  • Monthly Living History: Farmstead Fridays – Historic Trades

    Washington Crossing Historic Park – Thompson-Neely Farmstead 1638 River Road, New Hope, United States

    June: Historic Trades Communities across the colonies were made up of people working all sorts of trades. Come meet some of these specialized craftsmen and watch up close as they demonstrate skills from smithing to tailoring, that kept the 18th century world moving! Location:  Thompson-Neely Farmstead, 1638 River Road, New Hope, PA 18938 Time:  Friday…

  • Hibbs House Garden Tours – June 2026

    Washington Crossing Historic Park 1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, PA, United States

    Join Washington Crossing Historic Park’s Historical Horticulturist, Anna Davis, for a guided walk through the working garden that supports the park’s interpretation of colonial life. During this 45-minute tour, visitors will explore the seasonal herbs, vegetables, flowers, and dye plants that would have been commonly grown in American kitchen gardens of the 1700s. Learn how…

  • Independence Day Celebration 2026

    Washington Crossing Historic Park 1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, PA, United States

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  • Monthly Living History: Soldier Saturdays – Hessian Occupation

    Washington Crossing Historic Park 1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, PA, United States

    July: Hessian Occupation Meet some of the most fascinating and misunderstood soldiers of the American Revolution: Hessians. Reenactors will offer a glimpse into their experiences here in America and how they factored into Washington’s crossing of the Delaware! Location:  Historic Village, 1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, PA 18977 Time:  Saturday July 11th 2026, 11am – 3pm This free…

  • Rebels and Redcoats Car Show 2026

    Washington Crossing Historic Park 1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, PA, United States

    The Rebels & Redcoats Classic Car Show is held annually, typically on Independence Day weekend, at Washington Crossing Historic Park in Pennsylvania. This year, due to the 250th celebrations, the show will take place the weekend following July 4th. Please note that the show has a rain date this year of July 19th 2026. Please…

  • Monthly Living History: Farmstead Fridays – Making Hay by Hand

    Washington Crossing Historic Park – Thompson-Neely Farmstead 1638 River Road, New Hope, United States

    July: 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,…

  • Hibbs House Garden Tours – July 2026

    Washington Crossing Historic Park – Visitor Center & Historic Village 1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, PA, United States

    Join Washington Crossing Historic Park’s Historical Horticulturist, Anna Davis, for a guided walk through the working garden that supports the park’s interpretation of colonial life. During this 45-minute tour, visitors will explore the seasonal herbs, vegetables, flowers, and dye plants that would have been commonly grown in American kitchen gardens of the 1700s. Learn how…

  • Monthly Living History: Soldier Saturdays – Artillery

    Washington Crossing Historic Park 1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, PA, United States

    August: Artillery See fully-functioning reproduction artillery on display, and learn about the roles of artillerymen through hands-on demonstrations and displays. If weather conditions allow, visitors will get to watch cannons firing and learn about their role in turning the tide in the Battle of Trenton! Location:  Historic Village, 1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, PA 18977 Time:  Saturday…