Book Club
April 13 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
The Washington Crossing Historic Park Book Club invites history enthusiasts to explore the American Revolution through engaging discussion and carefully selected readings. Led by the park’s Museum Curator, Kimberly McCarty, the club meets virtually via Zoom and focuses on books that shed new light on the Revolutionary era, with special emphasis on the events surrounding the Delaware River crossing and the 1776 campaign. Free and open to all, meetings typically take place on the third Monday of each month and provide an opportunity to connect with fellow readers while deepening your understanding of this pivotal period in American history.
Kick off 2026 with the Washington Crossing Historic Park Book Club as we read and discuss Michael D. Hattem’s The Memory of ’76. This thought-provoking work examines how Americans have remembered and interpreted the Revolution over time, challenging familiar narratives and encouraging fresh perspectives. During this virtual Zoom meeting, participants will discuss a selection of chapters from the reading schedule below, with guidance from the park’s curator and fellow readers.
The program is free to attend; participants are responsible for obtaining their own copy of the book. Registration is required to receive the Zoom link. Each Session Begins at 5:30PM.
Reading Schedule: The Memory of ’76: The Revolution in American History by Michael D. Hattem
- January 22 – Introduction – Chapter 5
- February 19 – Chapters 6-12
- March 16 – Part 4 – Chapter 16
- April 13 – Chapter 17-21
- May 18 – Chapter 22-Epilogue
