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! This 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. Children 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 Read More

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. Click here to register. Registration is required. Zoom meeting details will be provided upon registration. Museum 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. Book club meetings are free and open to all. Members should provide their own books.

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. This 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 Read More

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. Click here to register. Registration is required. Zoom meeting details will be provided upon registration. Museum 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. Book club meetings are free and open to all. Members should provide their own books.

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!   This month's program will allow visitors to discover how the other side experienced the revolution, the Hessians! A group of Hessian reenactors will Read More

Have you ever dreamed of attending a lavish afternoon tea, complete with a wide selection of exquisite teas, delectable finger sandwiches, and a rich infusion of history? This is your chance to experience just that! Join us for a memorable journey into the tastes and lifestyle of 18th-century colonists. During this enchanting two-hour event, you will learn about the herbal teas enjoyed during this era, the most popular tea varieties of the time, and the exciting rise of Liberty Teas, which became the American standard after the infamous tea tax. Surrounded by the serene beauty of our 18th-century garden and Read More

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! This month's program will feature a group of reenactors beginning construction of an 18th Century camp kitchen. Wherever the Continental army encamped they needed  Read More