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, PA 18938

Time:  Friday July 24th 2026, 11am – 3pm

This free event is part of our Monthly Living History Series. From April through October 2026, Washington Crossing Historic Park hosts Soldier Saturdays & Farmstead Fridays. Presented in partnership with Americana Corner, these free monthly programs explore military and civilian life during the American Revolution.

Upcoming Programs

Farmstead Fridays – Thompson-Neely Farmstead

Location: 1638 River Road, New Hope, PA 18938
Explore civilian life during the Revolution with hands-on demonstrations. Programs take place on the 4th Friday of each month.

• August 28: Milling with Water Power
• September 25: Tending the Flock
• October 23: Preparing for Winter

Garden Tours
Step into the sights, scents, and stories of an 18th-century kitchen garden on these guided tours, held at the Hibbs Garden, the same day as Farmstead Fridays, at 12:30pm (registration required)