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SUMMARY:Lecture – “Nobody Men: Neutrality\, Loyalties\, and Family in the American Revolution”
DESCRIPTION:Washington Crossing Historic Park is pleased to partner with the David Center for the American Revolution at the American Philosophical Society to host a lecture by historian Travis Glasson on his new book\, Nobody Men: Neutrality\, Loyalties\, and Family in the American Revolution (Yale University Press\, 2025). \nWhile the American Revolution is often told as a struggle between Patriots and Loyalists\, at least one-third of the colonial population remained neutral. In this lecture\, Glasson explores the experiences of the Cruger family\, a transatlantic merchant family whose members navigated the war by prioritizing peace and personal survival over political allegiance. Their story reveals the complex choices faced by those who lived “in the middle” during a violent civil war and sheds new light on how revolutionary societies were shaped. \nDrawing on extensive research in the United States and Britain\, Nobody Men offers a powerful and human portrait of neutrality\, family loyalty\, and political uncertainty during the founding of the nation. \nThis lecture will be offered in a hybrid format\, with both in-person and virtual attendance options available. Pre-registration is required for all participants.\n  \n \nAbout the Speaker\nTravis Glasson is Associate Professor of History at Temple University and an Affiliated Faculty member of Temple’s Global Studies Program. He received his MA and PhD from Columbia University and his BA from the College of the Holy Cross. \nHis previous book\, Mastering Christianity: Missionary Anglicanism and Slavery in the Atlantic World (Oxford University Press\, 2012)\, examined the role of Anglican missionaries in shaping debates over slavery and human difference in the Atlantic world. His work has appeared in journals including the William and Mary Quarterly and the Journal of British Studies. He is a Fellow of the Royal Historical Society and has received fellowships from institutions including the John Carter Brown Library\, the Huntington Library\, and the University of Cambridge.
URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/lecture-nobody-men-neutrality-loyalties-and-family-in-the-american-revolution/
LOCATION:Washington Crossing Historic Park\, 1112 River Road\, Washington Crossing\, PA\, 18977\, United States
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SUMMARY:Washington’s Birthday Celebration
DESCRIPTION:  \nGeorge Washington’s 294th Birthday Celebration\n📅 Sunday\, February 15 | ⏰ 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM | 📍 Washington Crossing Historic Park (PA) \nCelebrate George Washington’s 294th birthday with a lively\, hands-on afternoon at the park. This free\, family-friendly event invites visitors to step back into the 18th century with interactive activities and living history demonstrations taking place throughout the park. Activities are best suited for ages 4–12\, though all ages are welcome to attend. \nChildren will receive an event passport\, and can get it stamped at each of the interpretive stations throughout the park. Collect all the stamps to win a special prize! Children 12 and under are also encouraged to take part in the park’s “Let’s Draw George” contest by creating a handmade birthday card or artwork featuring George Washington. \nThe Visitor Center Museum will be open from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM\, and a food truck will be on site with hot beverages and snacks available for purchase. At 1:45 PM\, everyone is invited to gather in the Visitor Center to sing “Happy Birthday” to General Washington\, watch him cut his birthday cake with his sword\, and enjoy cupcakes. \nFamily-Friendly Activities for Kids\n\nQuill Pen Writing\nCreate your own Officer’s Cockade\nSpin Yarn on a Drop Spindle\nTake part in a Children’s Muster and Drill\nColoring Pages\n\nLiving History Demonstrations\n\nKnitting\nHearth Cooking\nBlacksmithing\nArtillery Demonstration\nMusket Firing\nFife & Drum Corps\n\n“Let’s Draw George” Contest\nCreate a handmade birthday card or artwork featuring George Washington in any medium or style—creativity encouraged! Contest entries can be created at the event\, made at home and brought in\, or mailed to the address below. Please submit entries by February 15th. Include artist’s name\, age\, address\, and guardian’s phone number and email contact\, on the back. \nFriends of Washington Crossing Park\n1112 River Road\nWashington Crossing\, PA 18977 \nClick here for full contest details and to view artwork of past winners! \nBirthday Celebration\nAt 1:45 PM\, gather in the Auditorium of the Visitor Center to sing Happy Birthday to General Washington and watch him cut his cake – with his sword!\nCake generously donated by The Caketeria\, Newtown. \nFood & Drink\nTravelin’ Toms Coffee will be on site with coffee and other hot beverages available for purchase. \nThanks to Our Major Level Supporter\nThis event is free\, thanks to the generous support of NJM Insurance Group. \nDon’t Miss Out!\nRegistration is required. We can’t wait to see you there!
URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/washingtons-birthday-celebration/
LOCATION:Washington Crossing Historic Park\, 1112 River Road\, Washington Crossing\, PA\, 18977\, United States
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SUMMARY:Ten Crucial Days Bus Tour
DESCRIPTION:The Traversing the Ten Crucial Days Bus Tour begins and ends at Washington Crossing\, PA. Guests spend the day retracing the December 25 crossing of the Delaware and the December 26\, 1776 through January 3\, 1777 American and British military engagements at Trenton\, Princeton and areas in-between. \nHistorical interpreters Roger Williams and Larry Kidder will tell the remarkable story of these ten days that breathed crucial new life into the apparently expiring American Revolution. The events are discussed in the context of the local\, strategically important central New Jersey towns\, villages\, and farms. These locales were occupied by people of diverse backgrounds; with varying religious practices such as Quaker\, Presbyterian\, and Anglican; and with complex views on loyalty to the Revolution or the King. \nHear how the terrain\, weaponry and weather influenced the ways the battles were fought and how the lives of the local people were disrupted by them. See where armies marched\, fought and struggled to survive on an otherwise peaceful landscape\, while the course of human history hung in the balance. \nThe next public bus tours will be offered on December 13th and December 26th\, 2025 and January 3rd and January 16th 2026. Tours last from 9 AM to 4 PM. \nCost is $155 per person and includes bus fare\, boxed lunch\, and donations to Washington Crossing Historic Park\, The Washington Crossing Park Association in New Jersey\, The Old Barracks Museum in Trenton and the Princeton Battlefield Society. \n  \nJanuary 16
URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/ten-crucial-days-bus-tour-4/
LOCATION:Washington Crossing Historic Park\, 1112 River Road\, Washington Crossing\, PA\, 18977\, United States
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SUMMARY:Ten Crucial Days Bus Tour
DESCRIPTION:The Traversing the Ten Crucial Days Bus Tour begins and ends at Washington Crossing\, PA. Guests spend the day retracing the December 25 crossing of the Delaware and the December 26\, 1776 through January 3\, 1777 American and British military engagements at Trenton\, Princeton and areas in-between. \nHistorical interpreters Roger Williams and Larry Kidder will tell the remarkable story of these ten days that breathed crucial new life into the apparently expiring American Revolution. The events are discussed in the context of the local\, strategically important central New Jersey towns\, villages\, and farms. These locales were occupied by people of diverse backgrounds; with varying religious practices such as Quaker\, Presbyterian\, and Anglican; and with complex views on loyalty to the Revolution or the King. \nHear how the terrain\, weaponry and weather influenced the ways the battles were fought and how the lives of the local people were disrupted by them. See where armies marched\, fought and struggled to survive on an otherwise peaceful landscape\, while the course of human history hung in the balance. \nThe next public bus tours will be offered on December 13th and December 26th\, 2025 and January 3rd and January 16th 2026. Tours last from 9 AM to 4 PM. \nCost is $155 per person and includes bus fare\, boxed lunch\, and donations to Washington Crossing Historic Park\, The Washington Crossing Park Association in New Jersey\, The Old Barracks Museum in Trenton and the Princeton Battlefield Society. \n  \nJanuary 3
URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/ten-crucial-days-bus-tour-3/
LOCATION:Washington Crossing Historic Park\, 1112 River Road\, Washington Crossing\, PA\, 18977\, United States
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SUMMARY:Ten Crucial Days Bus Tour
DESCRIPTION:The Traversing the Ten Crucial Days Bus Tour begins and ends at Washington Crossing\, PA. Guests spend the day retracing the December 25 crossing of the Delaware and the December 26\, 1776 through January 3\, 1777 American and British military engagements at Trenton\, Princeton and areas in-between. \nHistorical interpreters Roger Williams and Larry Kidder will tell the remarkable story of these ten days that breathed crucial new life into the apparently expiring American Revolution. The events are discussed in the context of the local\, strategically important central New Jersey towns\, villages\, and farms. These locales were occupied by people of diverse backgrounds; with varying religious practices such as Quaker\, Presbyterian\, and Anglican; and with complex views on loyalty to the Revolution or the King. \nHear how the terrain\, weaponry and weather influenced the ways the battles were fought and how the lives of the local people were disrupted by them. See where armies marched\, fought and struggled to survive on an otherwise peaceful landscape\, while the course of human history hung in the balance. \nThe next public bus tours will be offered on December 13th and December 26th\, 2025 and January 3rd and January 16th 2026. Tours last from 9 AM to 4 PM. \nCost is $155 per person and includes bus fare\, boxed lunch\, and donations to Washington Crossing Historic Park\, The Washington Crossing Park Association in New Jersey\, The Old Barracks Museum in Trenton and the Princeton Battlefield Society. \n  \nDecember 26
URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/ten-crucial-days-bus-tour-2/
LOCATION:Washington Crossing Historic Park\, 1112 River Road\, Washington Crossing\, PA\, 18977\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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SUMMARY:Ten Crucial Days Bus Tour
DESCRIPTION:The Traversing the Ten Crucial Days Bus Tour begins and ends at Washington Crossing\, PA. Guests spend the day retracing the December 25 crossing of the Delaware and the December 26\, 1776 through January 3\, 1777 American and British military engagements at Trenton\, Princeton and areas in-between. \nHistorical interpreters Roger Williams and Larry Kidder will tell the remarkable story of these ten days that breathed crucial new life into the apparently expiring American Revolution. The events are discussed in the context of the local\, strategically important central New Jersey towns\, villages\, and farms. These locales were occupied by people of diverse backgrounds; with varying religious practices such as Quaker\, Presbyterian\, and Anglican; and with complex views on loyalty to the Revolution or the King. \nHear how the terrain\, weaponry and weather influenced the ways the battles were fought and how the lives of the local people were disrupted by them. See where armies marched\, fought and struggled to survive on an otherwise peaceful landscape\, while the course of human history hung in the balance. \nThe next public bus tours will be offered on December 13th and December 26th\, 2025 and January 3rd and January 16th 2026. Tours last from 9 AM to 4 PM. \nCost is $155 per person and includes bus fare\, boxed lunch\, and donations to Washington Crossing Historic Park\, The Washington Crossing Park Association in New Jersey\, The Old Barracks Museum in Trenton and the Princeton Battlefield Society. \n  \nDecember 13
URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/ten-crucial-days-bus-tour/
LOCATION:Washington Crossing Historic Park\, 1112 River Road\, Washington Crossing\, PA\, 18977\, United States
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SUMMARY:David Center Lecture – “The Painter’s Fire: A Forgotten History of the Artists Who Championed the American Revolution”
DESCRIPTION:  \nThis Lecture is hosted at Washington Crossing Historic Park in partnership with the David Center at the American Philosophical Society \n  \nThe 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 played an integral role in forging revolutionary ideals. Zara Anishanslin charts the intertwined lives of three such figures who dared to defy the British monarchy: Robert Edge Pine\, Prince Demah\, and Patience Wright. From London to Boston\, from Jamaica to Paris\, from Bath to Philadelphia\, these largely forgotten patriots boldly risked their reputations and their lives to declare independence. \nMostly excluded from formal political or military power\, these artists and their circles fired salvos against the king on the walls of the Royal Academy as well as on the battlefields of North America. They used their talents to inspire rebellion\, define American patriotism\, and fashion a new political culture\, often alongside more familiar revolutionary figures such as Benjamin Franklin and Phillis Wheatley. Pine\, an award-winning British artist rumored to be of African descent\, infused massive history paintings with politics and eventually emigrated to the young United States. Demah\, the first identifiable enslaved portrait painter in America\, was Pine’s pupil in London before self-emancipating and enlisting to fight for the Patriot cause. And Wright\, a Long Island–born wax sculptor who became a sensation in London\, loudly advocated for revolution while acting as an informal patriot spy. \nIlluminating a transatlantic and cosmopolitan world of revolutionary fervor\, The Painter’s Fire reveals an extraordinary cohort whose experiences testify to both the promise and the limits of liberty in the founding era. \nTo Register for the lecture please register on the APA’s website; \n 
URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/david-center-lecture-the-painters-fire-a-forgotten-history-of-the-artists-who-championed-the-american-revolution/
LOCATION:Washington Crossing Historic Park\, 1112 River Road\, Washington Crossing\, PA\, 18977\, United States
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SUMMARY:An Exclusive Advance Screening of The American Revolution
DESCRIPTION: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. \nTimed 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 experienced it — soldiers and civilians\, enslaved and free African Americans\, Native peoples\, Loyalists\, and Patriots — offering a vivid\, multi-layered portrait of our nation’s founding. \nSeveral segments were filmed right here at Washington Crossing Historic Park\, underscoring its unique role as a living classroom for the American Revolution. This special event celebrates that connection and offers a rare opportunity to hear directly from the filmmakers and interpreters whose work keeps this history vibrant. \nThis program is presented by Friends of Washington Crossing Park in partnership with the Princeton Battlefield Society as part of the Princeton Battlefield Society’s Cadwalader Lecture Series. \nWhat to Expect\n\n\n\nGuests will enjoy a 45-minute curated clip reel from The American Revolution introduced by Director\, Sarah Botstein\, followed by a panel discussion moderated by Jennifer Martin\, Executive Director of Friends of Washington Crossing Park.\nTogether the panelists will explore how reenactors serve as storytellers who bring history to life and how documentary filmmakers\, living-history interpreters\, and reenactors collaborate to fill in the gaps left by the limited material culture of the 18th century.\nThe evening concludes with an open audience Q&A session for a chance to engage directly with the panelists.\n\n\n\nMeet the Panelists\nSarah Botstein – Director & Producer\nSarah Botstein is one of the leading documentary producers of her generation\, responsible for some of the most acclaimed and widely viewed public television programs of the past two decades. She has produced landmark series with Ken Burns and Lynn Novick\, including Jazz (2001)\, The War (2007)\, Prohibition (2011)\, The Vietnam War (2017)\, College Behind Bars (2019)\, and Hemingway (2020). The U.S. and the Holocaust marked her debut as a co-director\, premiering in September 2022 to widespread critical acclaim for its powerful portrayal of how Americans grappled with one of the greatest humanitarian tragedies in history. \nIn addition to her television work\, Botstein is an original contributor to Ken Burns UNUM\, a web-based platform highlighting historical themes across the Florentine Films library and collaborates with PBS LearningMedia and WETA-TV to develop educational content for the Ken Burns Classroom. She has been a featured speaker at film festivals\, universities\, and public history forums across the country\, sharing insights on the art and ethics of documentary storytelling. Currently\, Botstein is producing an epic six-part series on the American Revolution — portions of which were filmed at Washington Crossing Historic Park — and a three-part series about the life and presidency of Lyndon B. Johnson\, continuing her commitment to creating deeply researched\, visually compelling films that illuminate America’s past for new generations.\n\n  \nMegan Ruffe – Co-Producer\nOriginally from Bucks County\, Megan Ruffe has been at Florentine Films since 2013 and is co-producing the upcoming series on the American Revolution. She began as an apprentice editor and production associate on The Vietnam War (2017)\, later serving as post-production supervisor on College Behind Bars (2019) and contributing to Hemingway (2021) and Benjamin Franklin (2022). She also produced UNUM Shorts\, a web series featured in The New York Times\, The Washington Post\, and on CBS Sunday Morning. Megan graduated summa cum laude from the Schreyer Honors College at Penn State University where she studied film and geography. (Photo credit: Caitlin Cooper).\n  \nBuddy Squires  – Cinematographer\nBuddy Squires is an Oscar-nominated filmmaker\, Emmy-winning director of photography\, and founding member of Florentine Films. His cinematography credits include six Oscar-nominated films\, one Academy Award winner\, twenty-two Emmy-nominated productions and ten Emmy Award winners. In 2007\, he was honored with the International Documentary Association’s Outstanding Documentary Cinematography Award (career achievement)\, and his work is regularly featured at the Sundance\, Telluride\, and Tribeca Film Festivals. He is best known for his work on The National Parks\, The War\, Jazz\, The Civil War\, New York\, Baseball\, Lewis & Clark: The Journey of the Corps of Discovery\, Stonewall Uprising\, Soundtrack for a Revolution\, and many more. His producing credits include Statue of Liberty (Oscar nomination with Ken Burns) and Coney Island (Sundance Film Festival). He is the director of Listening to Children (Emmy nomination) and the co-director of Fast Eddie\, Seeking Justice\, People’s Poetry\, and War Files. \n  \nJames McKane – Design Examiner & Living History Interpreter & Commander\nJames McKane works full-time as a Design Examiner for the United States Patent and Trademark Office. He is a nationally recognized living-history interpreter and artisan\, serving on the Board of Directors for the Brigade of the American Revolution\, where he also holds the role of Chief Safety and Authenticity Inspector. James commands the Third New Jersey Regiment\, the “Jersey Grays\,” Capt. Bloomfield’s Company and has been active in Revolutionary War reenactment since 2013. \nThrough his business reproducing 18th-century clothing and equipment\, McKane has produced more than 200 hand-sewn regimental coats\, hundreds of cartridge boxes and knapsacks\, and supplied museums and historical organizations across North and South America\, Europe\, Asia\, and Australia. Since 2022\, he has collaborated with Florentine Films on the upcoming series The American Revolution\, even recreating an 18th-century redoubt fortification on his property for filming. \n  \nEvent Details\n📍 LocationVisitor Center – Washington Crossing Historic Park1112 River Road\, Washington Crossing\, PA 18977(Directions to the Visitor Center) \n📅 Date & TimeThursday\, October 23\, 20257:00 – 8:30 PM \n🎟️ Tickets$20 – Members of Friends of Washington Crossing Park & Princeton Battlefield Society $40 – General Admission \nSpace is limited — reserve your spot today! \nBook Now
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SUMMARY:Lecture – “The Great New York Fire of 1776: A Lost Story of the American Revolution”
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nThis 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.  \nBenjamin Carp will discuss his book The Great New York Fire of 1776: A Lost Story of the American Revolution. \n  \nNew York City\, the strategic center of the Revolutionary War\, was the most important place in North America in 1776. That summer\, an unruly rebel army under George Washington repeatedly threatened to burn the city rather than let the British take it. Shortly after the Crown’s forces took New York City\, much of it mysteriously burned to the ground. \nThis is the first book to fully explore the Great Fire of 1776 and why its origins remained a mystery even after the British investigated it in 1776 and 1783. Uncovering stories of espionage\, terror\, and radicalism\, Benjamin L. Carp paints a vivid picture of the chaos\, passions\, and unresolved tragedies that define a historical moment we usually associate with “life\, liberty\, and the pursuit of happiness.” \nRegister Here!
URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/lecture-the-great-new-york-fire-of-1776-a-lost-story-of-the-american-revolution/
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SUMMARY:Fall 2025 Lantern Tours
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\nFridays & Saturdays | Sept. 26–Nov. 1\nTour Times: 6:30 PM & 7:30 PM\n\nAs twilight falls over the Delaware River\, walk in the footsteps of General Washington and his troops. This immersive one-hour tour includes stops at the soldier encampment\, boat barn\, and battle map\, each brought to life by expert interpreters. You’ll experience living history with soldiers in period attire. Learn about the harsh winter conditions they faced\, and discover how their courage set the stage for the pivotal victories at Trenton and Princeton. \nWhether you’re a history lover or simply looking for a unique fall experience\, this after-dark tour is sure to leave a lasting impression. \nSpace is limited\, reserve your spot today and witness the past come to life under lantern light.
URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/fall-2025-lantern-tours/
LOCATION:Washington Crossing Historic Park\, 1112 River Road\, Washington Crossing\, PA\, 18977\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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SUMMARY:Lecture – “Environmental Legacies: How the War of Independence Affected the Natural World in Predictable and Surprising Ways”
DESCRIPTION:Join Juniata College Professor Dave Hsiung for his presentation of how the revolutionary war impacted the natural world. Dr. David Hsiung is the Dr. Charles R. and Shirley A. Knox Professor of History at Juniata College\, where he has taught since earning his Ph.D. from the University of Michigan and his B.A. from Yale. A dedicated teacher and scholar\, he has received multiple honors for excellence in the classroom\, including Juniata’s Beachley Award for Distinguished Teaching and Pennsylvania’s “Professor of the Year” from the Carnegie Foundation. His research spans Appalachian history\, environmental perspectives on the American Revolution\, and interdisciplinary collaborations with students that bring history to life through hands-on experimentation and exploration. \nThe War of Independence affected the natural world in important and lasting ways. The lecture will examine deforestation at Valley Forge; raids that seized animals but also produced some surprisingly “positive” effects; and lead musket balls left on battlefields that may only now be poisoning the land. This talk offers not only new ways to think about the Revolution\, but also war and the environment today. \n\n\n\nRegister Here!
URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/lecture-environmental-legacies-how-the-war-of-independence-affected-the-natural-world-in-predictable-and-surprising-ways/
LOCATION:Washington Crossing Historic Park\, 1112 River Road\, Washington Crossing\, PA\, 18977\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Lectures
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250818T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250818T183000
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SUMMARY:Book Club
DESCRIPTION: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. \nMuseum Curator Kimberly McCarty will lead a discussion of the book club’s next selection: The Tragedy of Benedict Arnold: An American Life by Joyce Lee Malcolm.\nBook club meetings are free and open to all. Members should provide their own books. \nBeginning in August we are reading The Tragedy of Benedict Arnold: An American Life by Joyce Lee Malcolm. \nAugust – Introduction – Chapter 7 \nSeptember – Chapters 8-12 \nOctober – Chapters 13-17 \nNovember – Chapters 18-21 \nDecember – Chapters 22- Final Thoughts
URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/book-club-6/
LOCATION:Washington Crossing Historic Park\, 1112 River Road\, Washington Crossing\, PA\, 18977\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Club,History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250706T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250706T140000
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SUMMARY:Rebels and Redcoats Classic Car Show 2025
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nRebels & Redcoats Classic Car Show is held annually on Independence Day weekend at Washington Crossing Historic Park in Pennsylvania. Please note that the show has a rain date this year of July 13th 2025\, It will be announced if the show will be moved via the email you enter at the time of registration. \nShow-condition cars from model years 2000 and earlier and which are from a manufacturer based in one of the primary belligerents of the American revolution (US\, Britain\, Germany and France) are welcome in the standard class. Vehicles which are newer than model year 2000\, and/or are from a manufacturer not based in one of the primary belligerents of the American revolution can be registered for the open class.  Advance registration is $25 (plus service fee) per car and $35 at the gate(space permitting). Proceeds from this event fund educational programs and fieldtrips hosted by FWCP. The first 150 registrants will receive a Rebels and Redcoats Dash Plaque for their vehicle \nSubmitted vehicles that fall outside the as-registered class requirements may be moved to the more appropriate class or registration declined at the Car show committees discretion. \nWhen registering\, please enter both your phone number and email address so we can contact you prior to the event if needed \nSpectators need not register or purchase tickets. \n \n  \nSpecial Thank you to our Presenting Partner: \n \nAdditional Supporters \nVoltage Bikes \nRagtops & Roadsters \nPenn Community Bank \nWeber Insurance Corporation \n\nFrequently Asked Questions\nWhere is the Rebels & Redcoats Classic Car Show being held?\nThe show will be held in the Valley of Concentration parking lot. This is across the street from the Visitor center\, the closest address is 1112 River Road\, Washington Crossing\, PA 18977. \nWhat’s your refund policy?\nRegistration fees will not be refunded for any reason (no exceptions). Registrations may not be transferred to another party. \nCan I update my registration information?\nRegistrations may be updated only\, not refunded or transferred to another person. To submit a correction or update to your registration\, please email Guy at gs***@********cp.org \nIs my registration fee transferable?\nRegistrations may not be transferred to another car owner. You may elect to bring a different car than the one you registered. If so\, please email Guy at gs***@********cp.org and let us know of the change. \nIs there a rain date?\nThe Rain date for this years car show is July 13th\, 2025 \nHow can I contact you with another question? \nPlease email Guy at gs***@********cp.org
URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/rebels-and-redcoats-classic-car-show/
LOCATION:Washington Crossing Historic Park\, 1112 River Road\, Washington Crossing\, PA\, 18977\, United States
CATEGORIES:Independence Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250704T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250704T160000
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SUMMARY:Living History Day 2025
DESCRIPTION:  \nCelebrate Independence Day by bringing the whole family back in time—to July 4\, 1776!\nAt Washington Crossing Historic Park\, you can watch living historians demonstrate their crafts and see a military encampment from noon to 4 PM on July 4th. A highlight of the day will be readings of the Declaration of Independence at 12:30 PM\, 1:30 PM\, 2:30 PM and 3:30 PM. \nAdditionally\, join historian and author David Price at 2:00 PM and 4:00 PM as he explores the iconic “Ten Crucial Days” winter campaign of 1776-77\, a defining moment in the American Revolution. David presents a thematic analysis of the campaign\, focusing on five key factors that played a pivotal role in shaping its outcome: leadership\, geography\, weather\, artillery\, and contingency. Rather than offering a traditional chronological account\, David examines how these overlapping elements combined to thwart British plans at a critical juncture in the war\, enabling George Washington’s army to achieve a series of pivotal victories and turn the tide of the Revolution. \nDavid offers a fresh perspective on this legendary campaign\, drawing from his latest book\, Winning the Ten Crucial Days: The Keys to Victory in George Washington’s Legendary Winter Campaign. Renowned historians have praised the work for its insightful analysis and unique approach. This event provides an opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of how these five factors worked in concert to transform the course of American history. David has produced multiple books and scholarly articles relating to the War of Independence\, and his work has earned numerous accolades\, including recognition from the National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution. Don’t miss this engaging and thought-provoking discussion of one of the most critical moments in the Revolutionary War. \nLocal Harvest Pizza and Rita’s Water Ice will be on-site. \nThe Friends of Washington Crossing Park also operate a concession stand serving hot dogs\, chips\, and beverages. Proceeds from the stand help support the Friends’ educational programming at the park. Food donated by Colonial Farms\, Dietz & Watson\, Herr’s\, Bimbo Bakeries\, and Wawa help us provide affordable food options for our visitors and refreshments for our volunteers. We are deeply grateful for their generous support. \nTickets are $9 for adults age 12 and over; $5 for children ages 5-11; and free for those under 5\, active-duty military\, and members of the Friends of Washington Crossing Park. Families with up to two adults and two children living in the same household can purchase a single-family ticket for $25. \nPre-registration is recommended. Admission to Bowman’s Hill Tower is included in your ticket to Living History Day. \n 
URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/living-history-day-celebrating-americas-independence/
LOCATION:Washington Crossing Historic Park\, 1112 River Road\, Washington Crossing\, PA\, 18977\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Independence Day
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SUMMARY:Lecture – “German Soldier\, American Rebel: Christopher Ludwick’s Pursuits of Happiness in Revolutionary Pennsylvania”
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nThis 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. Register Here \nHessian-born Christopher Ludwick was already a veteran of European warfare and an experienced mariner by the time he washed ashore in British Philadelphia in 1755. A skilled baker\, he made that city his permanent home and\, through private frugality and industriousness\, realized great wealth and community status. When imperial politics thrust the British Empire into revolution\, however\, Ludwick became a dedicated supporter of America’s glorious cause. He ultimately dedicated the rest of his life to fighting oppression\, as his crusade continued beyond Yorktown. Indeed\, his efforts to help others continued posthumously\, beyond even the crushing silence of the grave. \nShawn David McGhee (PhD\, Temple University) is a political historian of eighteenth-century British North America and author of No Longer Subjects of the British King: The Political Transformation of Royal Subjects to Republican Citizens\, 1774-1776 (Yardley\, PA: Westholme\, 2024)
URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/lecture-german-soldier-american-rebel-christopher-ludwicks-pursuits-of-happiness-in-revolutionary-pennsylvania/
LOCATION:Washington Crossing Historic Park\, 1112 River Road\, Washington Crossing\, PA\, 18977\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Lectures
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250610T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250610T210000
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SUMMARY:Lecture – “The Fate of the Day” An Evening with Rick Atkinson
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nAcclaimed author Rick Atkinson\, Pulitzer Prize winner\, and author of\, The British Are Coming and The Liberation Trilogy\, is returning to Washington Crossing Historic Park to discuss the 2nd entry in his ongoing Revolution Trilogy\, *The Fate of the Day*. Atkinson’s newest work picks up the history of the Revolution where he left off\, and covers the years of 1777-1780\, where the Continental army went through some of its toughest challenges. \nThis Lecture will take place on June 10th from 7:00pm to 9:00pm. It will feature a lecture by Rick Atkinson on his new book\, as well as time for him to sign purchased books. Tickets are $40 to attend\, $65 to attend and get a copy of the book\, and $90 for two attendees and one copy of the book. Tickets can be purchased here\, they will not be sold “at the door”. Note: The event is currently at capacity\, however you can sign up for the waitlist by clicking on the booking link above then entering your contact info and how many tickets you need. \nThis lecture is presented in Partnership with the Princeton Battlefield Society as part of their Cadwalader Lecture Series and sponsored in part by the Sons of the American Revolution. \nAbout the Book:\nThe first twenty-one months of the American Revolution—which began at Lexington and ended at Princeton—was the story of a ragged group of militiamen and soldiers fighting to forge a new nation. By the winter of 1777\, the exhausted Continental Army could claim only that it had barely escaped annihilation by the world’s most formidable fighting force. \nTwo years into the war\, George III is as determined as ever to bring his rebellious colonies to heel. But the king’s task is now exponentially more complicated: fighting a determined enemy on the other side of the Atlantic has become ruinously expensive\, and spies tell him that the French and Spanish are threatening to join forces with the Americans. \nPrize-winning historian Rick Atkinson provides a riveting narrative covering the middle years of the Revolution. Stationed in Paris\, Benjamin Franklin woos the French; in Pennsylvania\, George Washington pleads with Congress to deliver the money\, men\, and materiel he needs to continue the fight. In New York\, General William Howe\, the commander of the greatest army the British have ever sent overseas\, plans a new campaign against the Americans—even as he is no longer certain that he can win this searing\, bloody war. The months and years that follow bring epic battles at Brandywine\, Saratoga\, Monmouth\, and Charleston\, an infamous winter of misery in Valley Forge\, and yet more appeals for sacrifice by every American committed to the struggle for freedom.
URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/lecture-the-fate-of-the-day-an-evening-with-rick-atkinson/
LOCATION:Washington Crossing Historic Park\, 1112 River Road\, Washington Crossing\, PA\, 18977\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Lectures
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T150000
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SUMMARY:Monthly Living History April 2025
DESCRIPTION:Join us each month as historical interpreters and reenactors bring a piece of history to life at Washington Crossing Historic Park. Each month’s program will run from 11-3\, and will cover various aspects on military life during the American Revolution. The programs will take place on the 2nd Saturday of each month April – September. There is no admission or registration\, all you have to do is show up and be ready to learn something new! \n  \nThis month’s program will allow visitors to discover how the other side experienced the revolution\, the Hessians! A group of Hessian reenactors will be encamped in the park\, and will demonstrate Daily life for Hessian troops and talk about their experiences during the American revolution. \n  \n 
URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/monthly-living-history/
LOCATION:Washington Crossing Historic Park\, 1112 River Road\, Washington Crossing\, PA\, 18977\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250406T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250406T143000
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SUMMARY:Lecture – “There is but one option for winter: Valley Forge”
DESCRIPTION:  \nThis 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. Register Here \nWhy did the Continental Army encamp its main force at Valley Forge during the winter of 1777-1778? What was the physical impact of the encampment?  How did the location of the encampment benefit the patriot cause militarily as well as in matters of foreign policy? \nHistorian Kenneth Gavin will explore these questions to reveal a complex set of social\, political\, economic\, and strategic factors that determined Valley Forge to the only viable option for the army’s 1777 encampment.
URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/lecture-there-is-but-one-option-for-winter-valley-forge/
LOCATION:Washington Crossing Historic Park\, 1112 River Road\, Washington Crossing\, PA\, 18977\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lectures
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250317T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250317T183000
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SUMMARY:March Book Club – The Great New York Fire of 1776:  A Lost Story of the American Revolution
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with the Friends of Washington Crossing Park the next meeting of the Washington Crossing Historic Park Book Club is set for Monday\, March 17 at 5:30 PM. This meeting will be held virtually using Zoom. \nClick here to register. Registration is required. Zoom meeting details will be provided upon registration. \nMuseum Curator Kimberly McCarty will lead a discussion of the book club’s next selection: The Great New York Fire of 1776: A Lost Story of the American Revolution by Benjamin L. Carp. Please finish the book. \nBook club meetings are free and open to all. Members should provide their own books.
URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/march-book-club-the-great-new-york-fire-of-1776-a-lost-story-of-the-american-revolution/
LOCATION:Washington Crossing Historic Park\, 1112 River Road\, Washington Crossing\, PA\, 18977\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250303
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SUMMARY:Brigade of the American Revolution Presents: Health & Heritage Conference
DESCRIPTION:Presented by the Brigade of the American Revolution and sponsored by the Debra Najecki Endowment\, the Health & Heritage Conference will take place on March 1-2\, 2025 at Washington Crossing Historic Park. Exploring women’s health during the 18th century\, this event will gather historians\, medical experts\, and enthusiasts. \nThis conference aims to be more than just a historical exploration; it will offer participants the chance to engage with history through hands-on activities\, discussions\, and re-enactments. By focusing on women’s health\, the event will provide a unique perspective on 18th-century life\, highlighting the resilience and resourcefulness of women who navigated the challenges of their time. We invite all those interested in history\, medicine\, and women’s studies to join us for this enlightening and interactive experience. \nFor more information or to register please head to the BAR’s website Here
URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/17561/
LOCATION:Washington Crossing Historic Park\, 1112 River Road\, Washington Crossing\, PA\, 18977\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250219T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250219T183000
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SUMMARY:February Book Club – The Great New York Fire of 1776:  A Lost Story of the American Revolution
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with the Friends of Washington Crossing Park the next meeting of the Washington Crossing Historic Park Book Club is set for Wednesday\, February 19 at 5:30 PM. This meeting will be held virtually using Zoom. \nClick here to register. Registration is required. Zoom meeting details will be provided upon registration. \n\nMuseum Curator Kimberly McCarty will lead a discussion of the book club’s next selection: The Great New York Fire of 1776: A Lost Story of the American Revolution by Benjamin L. Carp. Please read Chapters 8-11. \n\nBook club meetings are free and open to all. Members should provide their own books.
URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/february-book-club-the-great-new-york-fire-of-1776-a-lost-story-of-the-american-revolution/
LOCATION:Washington Crossing Historic Park\, 1112 River Road\, Washington Crossing\, PA\, 18977\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250216T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250216T140000
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SUMMARY:George Washington’s Birthday Party 2025
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Sunday\, February 16\, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM at Washington Crossing Historic Park (PA) for a fun-filled celebration of George Washington’s 293rd birthday! \nThis family-friendly event features hands-on activities for kids\, including Quill Pen Writing\, Whirly-Gig Game making\, and a soldiers’ drill. Visitors can also enjoy Colonial Cooking\, Spinning\, Blacksmithing\, Musket Firing\, Artillery demonstrations\, and more. The museum and gift shop will be open to explore. \nChildren 12 and under are encouraged to participate in the park’s “Let’s Draw George” contest. Create a handmade birthday card or piece of art featuring George Washington in any medium or style—creativity is encouraged! Contest entries can be brought to the event\, made onsite\, or mailed to: \nFriends of Washington Crossing Park\n1112 River Road\nWashington Crossing\, PA 18977 \nAll submissions must be received by February 19 and should include the artist’s name\, address\, phone number\, and age on the back. \nAt 1:45 PM\, gather in the Visitor Center to sing Happy Birthday to General Washington and watch as he cuts his birthday cake with his sword! The cake is generously donated by The Caketeria in Newtown. \nKoffee Time will be on site with coffee and small bites available for purchase. This event is free\, thanks in part to the generous support of NJM Insurance Group. \nDon’t miss this exciting celebration—we can’t wait to see you there!
URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/george-washingtons-birthday-party-2025/
LOCATION:Washington Crossing Historic Park\, 1112 River Road\, Washington Crossing\, PA\, 18977\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250122T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250122T183000
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SUMMARY:January Book Club – The Great New York Fire of 1776:  A Lost Story of the American Revolution
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with the Friends of Washington Crossing Park the next meeting of the Washington Crossing Historic Park Book Club is set for Wednesday\, January 22at 5:30 PM. This meeting will be held virtually using Zoom. \nClick here to register. Registration is required. Zoom meeting details will be provided upon registration. \nMuseum Curator Kimberly McCarty will lead a discussion of the book club’s next selection: The Great New York Fire of 1776:  A Lost Story of the American Revolution by Benjamin L. Carp.  Please read Chapters 5-7. \nBook club meetings are free and open to all. Members should provide their own books.
URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/january-book-club-the-great-new-york-fire-of-1776-a-lost-story-of-the-american-revolution/
LOCATION:Washington Crossing Historic Park\, 1112 River Road\, Washington Crossing\, PA\, 18977\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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SUMMARY:December Book Club – The Great New York Fire of 1776:  A Lost Story of the American Revolution
DESCRIPTION: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. \nClick here to register. Registration is required. Zoom meeting details will be provided upon registration. \nMuseum Curator Kimberly McCarty will lead a discussion of the book club’s next selection: The Great New York Fire of 1776:  A Lost Story of the American Revolution by Benjamin L. Carp.  Please read the Introduction – Chapter 4. \nBook club meetings are free and open to all. Members should provide their own books.
URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/december-book-club-the-great-new-york-fire-of-1776-a-lost-story-of-the-american-revolution/
LOCATION:Washington Crossing Historic Park\, 1112 River Road\, Washington Crossing\, PA\, 18977\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241208T100000
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SUMMARY:First Crossing of 2024
DESCRIPTION: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. \nJoin us for the First Crossing on Sunday\, December 8th\, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM (actual crossing at 1:00 PM). This is not a dress rehearsal\, but rather a fundraising event. Beyond witnessing the historical reenactment\, visitors can immerse themselves in the Colonial Era for the day. During this event\, families are invited to participate in a range of activities: \n\nObserve the 4th light dragoons portraying mounted militia soldiers riding on horseback\nSmell and taste bread prepared by a period baker\nSee how soldiers drilled in preparation for battle\nHear the park’s fife and drum corps perform\nLearn how cannons were loaded and fired\nWatch blacksmiths demonstrate their craft\nBrowse the wares of colonial craftspeople\nImmerse yourself in a follower’s encampment\nTry your hand at colonial-era games\n\nGuest Narrator: Charles R. Bowry\, Jr.\, Executive Director\, U.S. Army Center of Military History \nCharles R. Bowery\, Jr.\, Executive Director\, U.S. Army Center of Military History and Chief of Military History\, oversees the management of 29 Army museums\, including the National Museum of the United States Army. Mr. Bowery is responsible for the overall direction of historical matters throughout the Department of the Army and supervises the production of Army historical works and studies. He is also a published author and a specialist in the American Civil War. \nFeatured Author & Book Signing: Jason A. Cherry \nJason A. Cherry\, an independent historian and research consultant\, will share his work on William Trent\, a notable figure of 18th-century America. Cherry’s latest book\, William Trent: The Factor of Ambition\, offers a fresh perspective on Trent’s complex legacy and his role in shaping early American history. Cherry has participated in the First Crossing reenactment for five years and portrays soldiers who fought at both the first and second battles of Trenton. \nMembers of the Friends of Washington Crossing Park receive passes to a heated members-only tent with refreshments\, provided by Amwell Ridge Wealth Management. Admission for the December 8th event is $9 for adults\, $5 for children aged 5-11\, and free for children under 5. A special family package is available for $25 (two adults\, two children). Tickets can be purchased in advance at WashingtonCrossingPark.org/cross-with-us. Proceeds from this event enable Washington Crossing Historic Park to offer the second Christmas Day Crossing reenactment free of charge. \n\nFor more event information or to purchase tickets visit our Crossing Reenactment Page.
URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/first-crossing-of-2024/
LOCATION:Washington Crossing Historic Park\, 1112 River Road\, Washington Crossing\, PA\, 18977\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T134500
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SUMMARY:Thompson-Neely House Encampment Tour 2024
DESCRIPTION: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 farm on which several regiments of the Continental army were quartered. This immersive experience will put you in the midst of what daily life was like for the soldiers\, how they lived\, what they ate\, and most importantly how they survived the conditions before they crossed the Delaware River and went on to win at Trenton. \nThis year visitors will also have an opportunity to tour the newly opened Thompson Neely House and get a first look at new exhibits that illustrate the history of the role of the house during Washington’s encampment in December 1776\, before the Christmas Night Crossing on December 25th. Two tour times will be offered from 1:45 PM – 2:45 PM and 3:45 PM – 4:45 PM. Please plan to arrive early for parking and check-in. \nThe cost is $10 per person\, register here.
URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/thompson-neely-house-encampment-tour-2024/
LOCATION:Washington Crossing Historic Park\, 1112 River Road\, Washington Crossing\, PA\, 18977\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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SUMMARY:Veterans Day 2024
DESCRIPTION:On Monday\, November 11\, 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.
URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/veterans-day-2024/
LOCATION:Washington Crossing Historic Park\, 1112 River Road\, Washington Crossing\, PA\, 18977\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Washington Crossing Park":MAILTO:info@washingtoncrossingpark.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T183000
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SUMMARY:Fall 2024 Lantern Tours
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the Crossing during the time of day it actually occurred by taking a Lantern Tour of Washington Crossing Historic Park this fall! \nTours 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 night of the Crossing. \nThis tour lasts about 1 hour and covers the conditions and history of the crossing\, as well as the three battles that follow it\, the battles of Trenton and the Battle of Princeton. \nClick here to get tickets. \n 
URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/fall-2024-lantern-tours-8/
LOCATION:Washington Crossing Historic Park\, 1112 River Road\, Washington Crossing\, PA\, 18977\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Washington Crossing Park":MAILTO:info@washingtoncrossingpark.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241025T183000
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SUMMARY:Fall 2024 Lantern Tours
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the Crossing during the time of day it actually occurred by taking a Lantern Tour of Washington Crossing Historic Park this fall! \nTours 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 night of the Crossing. \nThis tour lasts about 1 hour and covers the conditions and history of the crossing\, as well as the three battles that follow it\, the battles of Trenton and the Battle of Princeton. \nClick here to get tickets. \n 
URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/fall-2024-lantern-tours-7/
LOCATION:Washington Crossing Historic Park\, 1112 River Road\, Washington Crossing\, PA\, 18977\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Washington Crossing Park":MAILTO:info@washingtoncrossingpark.org
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SUMMARY:Lecture – “The Memory of ’76: The Revolution in American History”
DESCRIPTION:This is a hybrid event.  Visitors may attend in-person in the Visitor Center Auditorium or virtually on Zoom.   Registration is required here:   David Center Lecture: “The Memory of ’76: The Revolution in American History” with Michael Hattem (amphilsoc.org) \nIn partnership with the David Center and the American Philosophical Society\, join author Michael D. Hattem as he discusses his book The Memory of ’76:  The Revolution in American History. \nAmericans agree that their nation’s origins lie in the Revolution\, but they have never agreed on what the Revolution meant. For nearly two hundred and fifty years\, politicians\, political parties\, social movements\, and a diverse array of ordinary Americans have constantly reimagined the Revolution to fit the times and suit their own agendas. \nIn this sweeping take on American history\, Michael D. Hattem reveals how conflicts over the meaning and legacy of the Revolution—including the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution—have influenced the most important events and tumultuous periods in the nation’s history; how African Americans\, women\, and other oppressed groups have shaped the popular memory of the Revolution; and how much of our contemporary memory of the Revolution is a product of the Cold War. \nBy exploring the Revolution’s unique role in American history as a national origin myth\, Hattem shows how the meaning of the Revolution has never been fixed\, how remembering the nation’s founding has often done far more to divide Americans than to unite them\, and how revising the past is an important and long‑standing American political tradition.
URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/lecture-the-memory-of-76-the-revolution-in-american-history/
LOCATION:Washington Crossing Historic Park\, 1112 River Road\, Washington Crossing\, PA\, 18977\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Lectures
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