The FWCP Library Pass Program

Three side-by-side photos show Washington Crossing Park's various offerings, including guided tours, the Crossing Reenactment, and an aerial view of Bowman's Hill Tower.

To expand access to our ticketed offerings, the Friends of Washington Crossing Park Library Pass Program offers passes to libraries for their members to sign out.

For Library Patrons: How to Use Your Pass

Visitors do not need a ticket to walk our grounds or view the Exhibit Gallery, which is located inside our Visitor Center. However, for guided tours and to climb Bowman’s Hill Tower, tickets are needed. Visitors who wish to visit multiple sites may purchase a combined ticket. A library pass grants complimentary combined tickets to up to four people at a time.

The following represents the possible uses of a library pass at Washington Crossing Park and its affiliated areas:

The Lower Park, located at 1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, PA 18977, includes the Visitor Center, Patriot Gift Shoppe, Exhibit Gallery, and Historic Village. Passes can be used for a guided tour.

The Upper Park, located at 1638 River Road, New Hope, PA 18938, includes the Thompson-Neely Farmstead, Barn, Grist Mill, and Soldier’s Graves. Passes can be used for a guided tour of Thompson-Neely Farmstead.

Bowman’s Hill Tower is located at 1 Tower Road, New Hope, PA 18938. Passes can be used for admission to the Tower.

Please note that special event access is not part of the Library Pass program at this time. To learn more about our special events, view our event calendar.

Steps to sign out and use a pass:

  • Each local library may conduct pass sign-out differently. Contact your local library for instructions on how to check out the Washington Crossing Park visitor pass. Your pass is a unique five-letter code.
  • Visit the ticketing section of our website. Our website will always be up-to-date with the latest on the availability of guided tours.
  • Enter your code at checkout. Your library’s code will work on either a single site or combination ticket. There will be an option at checkout to add the library code. Tours must be booked online to use the code.
  • When a pass is signed out, it can be used to grant free entry for up to four people. If you would like to book more tickets, you may, but you will be charged for additional tickets after four.
  • Children under 5 years of age, active duty military personnel (must show ID), and active Friends of Washington Crossing Park members always get free entry. They do not count toward your total of four free tickets.
  • After checkout, visit your email inbox to find a confirmation email and receipt. Your booking will be able to be looked up by staff upon your arrival to the park, but having access to this email either by printing or on a mobile device can act as a backup in case of a technological outage.
  • Have fun on your visit!
  • If, after seeing what the park has to offer, you would like to become a year-round member and enjoy all the perks that membership has to offer, join us as a Friends of Washington Crossing Park member.

Questions? Contact us at membership@friendswcp.org or call us at 215-493-4076.

For Libraries: Looking to join the FWCP Library Pass Program?

Once you become a member of the FWCP Library Pass Program, it is up to you how you choose to manage the check-out process of your unique pass code. Whether you require your patrons to pick up the code in person, you place your code on your website, or if you use another method, please note that the codes are intended for use by one party of up to four guests at a time.

For public/free libraries: Free and/or public libraries can join this program free of charge or at a “pay-what-you-will” rate. Send us an email at membership@friendswcp.org to start participating.

For private/paid-access libraries: Libraries that are subscription-based or that otherwise do not provide free, public access to their materials may join the FWCP Library Pass Program by signing up for a Capt. Alexander Hamilton (Family) level FWCP membership and paying the regular membership fee. Visit www.washingtoncrossingpark.org/membership and click on “Become a Member” to sign your library up! Please be sure to provide an email address of a staff member so that we may deliver your unique pass code by email.

Questions? Misplace your code? Email us at membership@friendswcp.org or call us at 215-493-4076.