| 2004 Calendar of Events for Washington Crossing Historic Park Happy Birthday General Washington! Sat., February 21, 2004, 1:00 – 4:00 pm Kids can give three cheers for the man of the hour as we celebrate Washington’s birthday at the Park with Colonial treats, hands-on activities, games, and a chance to meet the General. Participants must pre-register and pre-pay to reserve a space at the celebration. The fees are $9.00 per adult, $7.00 for children. This program is designed for children 6-9 years of age. To register, please send checks to Washington Crossing Historic Park, P. O. Box 103, Washington Crossing, PA 18977, Attn: Michelle. Please include your name, address, and phone number as well as the number of people in your group and the age of the children. Make checks payable to Washington Crossing Historic Park. We will be unable to grant refunds after 1 week before the activity. Washington Crossing Historic Park is located at the intersection of Rt. 32 and Rt. 532 in Washington Crossing, PA. Internet direction should use the end destination o f1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, PA 18977. For more information, please call 215-493-4076. Individuals with disabilities should contact the Park in advance to discuss their needs. Sat. & Sun., March 13 & 14, 10:00 – 4:00 His Majesty’s Troops, the 22nd Regiment of Foot, will occupy the area about the McKonkey Ferry Inn & engage in: *musket firing & drilling *posting of the guard *preparing their kits for the march *open-hearth cooking *period field music Special guests of the British troops are the Loyalists of the 4th NJ Volunteers. Come and hear a different perspective on the American War for Independence! Sunday, March 14th celebrates Charter Day—the founding of Pennsylvania! Hourly tours of the Park are free of charge in honor of the day. Troop program is free of charge both days. Washington Crossing Historic Park is located at the intersection of Rt. 32 and Rt. 532 in Washington Crossing, PA. Internet direction should use the end destination o f1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, PA 18977. For more information, please call 215-493-4076. Individuals with disabilities should contact the Park in advance to discuss their needs. Sheep-shearing: A Return to a Colonial Spring! Fri., April 23* & Sat., April 24, 2004, 9:30 am – 3:30 pm Spend some time with our four-legged friends at the Thompson-Neely House of Washington Crossing Historic Park. The event is scheduled to include: shearing of the sheep spinning & weaving demonstrations colonial laundering kids games and activities historic garden interpretation colonial spring cooking/cheese making open house tours of the Thompson-Neely & much, much more !!! *April 23 is a special day for pre-school and young grade school visitors. Teachers should call in advance to make reservations for their group. ADMISSION IS CHARGED each day Washington Crossing Historic Park/Thompson Neely House is located south of New Hope on Rt. 32 at Aquetong Road, several miles north of the Visitor Center which is located at the intersection of Rt. 32 and Rt. 532 in Washington Crossing, PA. For more information, please call 215-493-4076. Individuals with disabilities should contact the Park in advance to discuss their needs. Just what is a Hessian? Learn all about them at the Park’s Hessian Weekend on Sat. & Sun. May 15th and 16th, 10:00 am –4:00 pm Meet the members of the Regiments Von Donop and Von Knyphausen during this two-day event. The Hessians were a fierce fighting force allied with the British during the Revolutionary War. Learn about Hessian camp life during the War, see them drill and hear about their contributions to America after the War. The entire Park will tell the tales of the Hessians through food, lectures and tours of the McKonkey Ferry Inn where Hessian prisoners were housed after the Battle of Trenton. Admission is charged each day. Washington Crossing Historic Park is located at the intersection of Rt. 32 and Rt. 532 in Washington Crossing, PA. Internet direction should use the end destination o f1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, PA 18977. For more information, please call 215-493-4076. Individuals with disabilities should contact the Park in advance to discuss their needs. Meet Proctor’s Artillery Sun., June 6, Noon– 4:00 Learn about the heavy firepower of Revolutionary War artillery when the crew of Proctor’s Artillery joins us for an afternoon in the Park. Admission is free. Washington Crossing Historic Park is located at the intersection of Rt. 32 and Rt. 532 in Washington Crossing, PA. Internet direction should use the end destination o f1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, PA 18977. For more information, please call 215-493-4076. Individuals with disabilities should contact the Park in advance to discuss their needs. TALES OF THE MARBLEHEADERS Sun., June 13, 2004, Start time: 2:00 pm This story time in the boat barn is guaranteed to interest and amuse! Kids can meet a Marbleheader and learn about the Durham boats, tie knots, sing sea shanties, and hear about the bravery of Colonel Glover and his sailors during December of 1776. Admission is free. Washington Crossing Historic Park is located at the intersection of Rt. 32 and Rt. 532 in Washington Crossing, PA. Internet direction should use the end destination o f1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, PA 18977. For more information, please call 215-493-4076. Individuals with disabilities should contact the Park in advance to discuss their needs. ADMISSION to the activity is FREE! Visit with General & Mrs. Washington Sunday, June 20, 1:00 – 4:00 pm Bring your father to meet a founding father during this Father’s Day afternoon in the Park. Admission is free. Washington Crossing Historic Park is located at the intersection of Rt. 32 and Rt. 532 in Washington Crossing, PA. Internet direction should use the end destination o f1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, PA 18977. For more information, please call 215-493-4076. Individuals with disabilities should contact the Park in advance to discuss their needs. INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION! Sunday, July 4, 2004, 11:00 – 5:00 Come hear the call to the Patriot cause, see the militia taking shape and witness General Washington’s plea for troops as we celebrate the summer of 1776! Kids activities, artillery drills and much more will be featured at this event for the entire family…including a noon time reading of the Declaration of Independence outside the historic McKonkey Ferry Inn/Tavern. Admission is charged. Washington Crossing Historic Park is located at the intersection of Rt. 32 and Rt. 532 in Washington Crossing, PA. Internet direction should use the end destination o f1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, PA 18977. For more information, please call 215-493-4076. Individuals with disabilities should contact the Park in advance to discuss their needs. Medicine, Militia, & Mustering Sun., July 25, Noon — 5:00 Thompson Neely House Join members of the 11th PA Regiment as they share 18th century medical practices, discuss the role of the militia, and muster the troops to fight for the cause. An event for the entire family! The Thompson-Neely House was historically used as an army hospital during the encampment of 1776. Admission is charged. Washington Crossing Historic Park/Thompson Neely House is located south of New Hope on Rt. 32 at Aquetong Road, several miles north of the Visitor Center which is located at the intersection of Rt. 32 and Rt. 532 in Washington Crossing, PA. For more information, please call 215-493-4076. Individuals with disabilities should contact the Park in advance to discuss their needs. Crossing Kids! Wed., July 28, 1:00 – 3:30 pm Come to an afternoon filled with activities guaranteed to make learning about the history of Washington’s Crossing fun for kids. This program, designed for children who have recently completed 3rd – 5th grade, will incorporate hands-on activities, historic games, foods, and costumed interpreters to bring 1776 to life. Cost per child is $15.00. Pre-registration and pre-payment are required. To register, please send checks to Washington Crossing Historic Park, P. O. Box 103, Washington Crossing, PA 18977, Attn: Michelle. Please include your name, address, and phone number as well as your child’s name and their last completed school grade. If you have e-mail, please include that address. Make checks payable to Washington Crossing Historic Park. Information packets and specifics about the day will be sent to those registered as the event approaches. Washington Crossing Historic Park is located at the intersection of Rt. 32 and Rt. 532 in Washington Crossing, PA. Internet direction should use the end destination o f1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, PA 18977. For more information, please call 215-493-4076. Individuals with disabilities should contact the Park in advance to discuss their needs. 18th Century Slumbers Sat., Aug. 14, 11:00 – 4:00 Stitch a quilt, stuff a mattress, try out the rope bed, learn about bed bugs, and more at this activity day based around Colonial bedding, sleep superstitions and household work. You will never look at sleep the same way again. Admission is free. Washington Crossing Historic Park is located at the intersection of Rt. 32 and Rt. 532 in Washington Crossing, PA. Internet direction should use the end destination o f1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, PA 18977. For more information, please call 215-493-4076. Individuals with disabilities should contact the Park in advance to discuss their needs. Cooking, Beekeeping & Gardening: Colonial Food ways Sat., Aug. 28, 11:00 – 4:00 Open hearth cooking, kitchen and medicinal gardens, beekeeping, and more are scheduled to be demonstrated and discussed in the Park as visitors can talk with the Park’s Blue Shirt Gardeners, historic cooks and more. Admission is charged. Washington Crossing Historic Park is located at the intersection of Rt. 32 and Rt. 532 in Washington Crossing, PA. Internet direction should use the end destination o f1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, PA 18977. For more information, please call 215-493-4076. Individuals with disabilities should contact the Park in advance to discuss their needs. Gaming, Child’s Play & Puzzles to Amuse Sun., Sept. 12, 1:00 – 4:00 Rolling hoops, graces, tavern games, word puzzles and more will take center stage as kids of all ages (yup, even the grown up kids) can try their hand at the many 18th and early 19th century elements of fun. Admission is free. Washington Crossing Historic Park is located at the intersection of Rt. 32 and Rt. 532 in Washington Crossing, PA. Internet direction should use the end destination o f1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, PA 18977. For more information, please call 215-493-4076. Individuals with disabilities should contact the Park in advance to discuss their needs. Colonial Mirth, Music & Merriment , Sun., Sept. 26 Experience 18th c. fun as you take a guided tour through the lantern lit village as vignettes of the past entertain the senses. Just what did our forefathers do with no television? Each tour begins at the Visitor Center at 4:00 and 7:00. Tours last approximately one hour. Participants must pre-register and pre-pay to reserve a space on the tour. The fees are $7.00 per adult, $4.00 for children 6-17, under 6 is free of charge. To register, please send checks to Washington Crossing Historic Park, P. O. Box 103, Washington Crossing, PA 18977, Attn: Michelle. Please include your name, address, and phone number as well as the number of people in your group including children under 6 and the title, date and time of the tour you wish to take. Make checks payable to Washington Crossing Historic Park. Washington Crossing Historic Park is located at the intersection of Rt. 32 and Rt. 532 in Washington Crossing, PA. Internet direction should use the end destination o f1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, PA 18977. For more information, please call 215-493-4076. Individuals with disabilities should contact the Park in advance to discuss their needs. Taylorsville By Night, Fri. and Sat., October 8 and 9 Take a guided tour back in time through the lantern lit village of early 19th c. Taylorsville, now Washington Crossing Historic Park, as costumed interpreters welcome you. See the buildings and learn about the lives of people from the past. Each tour begins at the Visitor Center at 7:00 & 8:00 pm. Participants must pre-register and pre-pay to reserve a space on the tour. The fees are $7.00 per adult, $4.00 for children 6-17, under 6 is free of charge. To register, please send checks to Washington Crossing Historic Park, P. O. Box 103, Washington Crossing, PA 18977, Attn: Michelle. Please include your name, address, and phone number as well as the number of people in your group including children under 6 and the title, date and time of the tour you wish to take. Make checks payable to Washington Crossing Historic Park. Washington Crossing Historic Park is located at the intersection of Rt. 32 and Rt. 532 in Washington Crossing, PA. Internet direction should use the end destination o f1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, PA 18977. For more information, please call 215-493-4076. Individuals with disabilities should contact the Park in advance to discuss their needs. H a r v e s t D a y Sunday, October 17, 2004, 10:00 – 4:00 Join us for a historic look at autumn customs, traditions, and frolics as Washington Crossing Historic Park presents their annual harvest festival. Experience the 1770’s and 1830’s as you enjoy such things as: *the scents of a fall meal cooking on an open hearth *historic craft demonstrations, music, and trades *the bounty of a colonial kitchen garden and how the harvest was preserved *turn the crank on the cider press, and visit the historic McKonkey Ferry Inn/Tavern *jump in a hay pile, play old-fashioned kids games, try your hand at a historic craft…& more ADMISSION IS CHARGED Washington Crossing Historic Park is located at the intersection of Rt. 32 and Rt. 532 in Washington Crossing, PA. Internet direction should use the end destination o f1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, PA 18977. For more information, please call 215-493-4076. Individuals with disabilities should contact the Park in advance to discuss their needs. Sun., December 12th , 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Crossing Dress Rehearsal See the precursor to the Christmas Day Crossing as the troops row General Washington across the Delaware River. Experience such activities as tavern life in the McKonkey Ferry Inn, open-hearth cooking, historic demonstrations, sutlers, and more at this great family event. The Crossing rehearsal occurs around 1:00 pm. Admission is charged. Washington Crossing Historic Park is located at the intersection of Rt. 32 and Rt. 532 in Washington Crossing, PA. Internet direction should use the end destination o f1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, PA 18977. For more information, please call 215-493-4076. Individuals with disabilities should contact the Park in advance to discuss their needs. Sat., December 25th, 1:00 pm Washington Crosses the Delaware River Witness the 52nd annual Crossing of the Delaware at this traditional recreation of a crucial historic event. Admission is free. Washington Crossing Historic Park is located at the intersection of Rt. 32 and Rt. 532 in Washington Crossing, PA. Internet direction should use the end destination o f1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, PA 18977. For more information, please call 215-493-4076. Individuals with disabilities should contact the Park in advance to discuss their needs. | 
2004 Calendar
2004 Calendar of Events for
Washington Crossing Historic Park
Happy Birthday General Washington!
Sat., February 21, 2004,
1:00 – 4:00 pm
Kids can give three cheers for the man of the hour as we celebrate Washington’s birthday at the Park with Colonial treats, hands-on activities, games, and a chance to meet the General.
Participants must pre-register and pre-pay to reserve a space at the celebration. The fees are $9.00 per adult, $7.00 for children. This program is designed for children 6-9 years of age. To register, please send checks to Washington Crossing Historic Park, P. O. Box 103, Washington Crossing, PA 18977, Attn: Michelle. Please include your name, address, and phone number as well as the number of people in your group and the age of the children. Make checks payable to Washington Crossing Historic Park. We will be unable to grant refunds after 1 week before the activity.
Washington Crossing Historic Park is located at the intersection of Rt. 32 and Rt. 532 in Washington Crossing, PA. Internet direction should use the end destination o f1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, PA 18977. For more information, please call 215-493-4076. Individuals with disabilities should contact the Park in advance to discuss their needs.
Sat. & Sun., March 13 & 14, 10:00 – 4:00
His Majesty’s Troops, the 22nd Regiment of Foot, will occupy the area about the McKonkey Ferry Inn & engage in:
*musket firing & drilling
*posting of the guard
*preparing their kits for the march
*open-hearth cooking
*period field music
Special guests of the British troops are the Loyalists of the 4th NJ Volunteers.
Come and hear a different perspective on the American War for Independence!
Sunday, March 14th celebrates Charter Day—the founding of Pennsylvania!
Hourly tours of the Park are free of charge in honor of the day.
Troop program is free of charge both days.
Washington Crossing Historic Park is located at the intersection of Rt. 32 and Rt. 532 in Washington Crossing, PA. Internet direction should use the end destination o f1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, PA 18977. For more information, please call 215-493-4076. Individuals with disabilities should contact the Park in advance to discuss their needs.
Sheep-shearing: A Return to a Colonial Spring!
Fri., April 23* & Sat., April 24, 2004, 9:30 am – 3:30 pm
Spend some time with our four-legged friends at the Thompson-Neely House of Washington Crossing Historic Park.
The event is scheduled to include:
shearing of the sheep
spinning & weaving demonstrations
colonial laundering
kids games and activities
historic garden interpretation
colonial spring cooking/cheese making
open house tours of the Thompson-Neely & much, much more !!!
*April 23 is a special day for pre-school and young grade school visitors. Teachers should call in advance to make reservations for their group.
ADMISSION IS CHARGED each day
Washington Crossing Historic Park/Thompson Neely House is located south of New Hope on Rt. 32 at Aquetong Road, several miles north of the Visitor Center which is located at the intersection of Rt. 32 and Rt. 532 in Washington Crossing, PA. For more information, please call 215-493-4076. Individuals with disabilities should contact the Park in advance to discuss their needs.
Just what is a Hessian? Learn all about them at the Park’s
Hessian Weekend
on Sat. & Sun. May 15th and 16th, 10:00 am –4:00 pm
Meet the members of the Regiments Von Donop and Von Knyphausen during this two-day event. The Hessians were a fierce fighting force allied with the British during the Revolutionary War. Learn about Hessian camp life during the War, see them drill and hear about their contributions to America after the War. The entire Park will tell the tales of the Hessians through food, lectures and tours of the McKonkey Ferry Inn where Hessian prisoners were housed after the Battle of Trenton. Admission is charged each day.
Washington Crossing Historic Park is located at the intersection of Rt. 32 and Rt. 532 in Washington Crossing, PA. Internet direction should use the end destination o f1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, PA 18977. For more information, please call 215-493-4076. Individuals with disabilities should contact the Park in advance to discuss their needs.
Meet Proctor’s Artillery
Sun., June 6, Noon– 4:00
Learn about the heavy firepower of Revolutionary War artillery when the crew of Proctor’s Artillery joins us for an afternoon in the Park. Admission is free.
Washington Crossing Historic Park is located at the intersection of Rt. 32 and Rt. 532 in Washington Crossing, PA. Internet direction should use the end destination o f1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, PA 18977. For more information, please call 215-493-4076. Individuals with disabilities should contact the Park in advance to discuss their needs.
TALES OF THE MARBLEHEADERS
Sun., June 13, 2004,
Start time: 2:00 pm
This story time in the boat barn is guaranteed to interest and amuse! Kids can meet a Marbleheader and learn about the Durham boats, tie knots, sing sea shanties, and hear about the bravery of Colonel Glover and his sailors during December of 1776. Admission is free.
Washington Crossing Historic Park is located at the intersection of Rt. 32 and Rt. 532 in Washington Crossing, PA. Internet direction should use the end destination o f1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, PA 18977. For more information, please call 215-493-4076. Individuals with disabilities should contact the Park in advance to discuss their needs.
ADMISSION to the activity is FREE!
Visit with General & Mrs. Washington
Sunday, June 20, 1:00 – 4:00 pm
Bring your father to meet a founding father during this Father’s Day afternoon in the Park.
Admission is free.
Washington Crossing Historic Park is located at the intersection of Rt. 32 and Rt. 532 in Washington Crossing, PA. Internet direction should use the end destination o f1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, PA 18977. For more information, please call 215-493-4076. Individuals with disabilities should contact the Park in advance to discuss their needs.
INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION!
Sunday, July 4, 2004, 11:00 – 5:00
Come hear the call to the Patriot cause, see the militia taking shape and witness General Washington’s plea for troops as we celebrate the summer of 1776! Kids activities, artillery drills and much more will be featured at this event for the entire family…including a noon time reading of the Declaration of Independence outside the historic McKonkey Ferry Inn/Tavern. Admission is charged.
Washington Crossing Historic Park is located at the intersection of Rt. 32 and Rt. 532 in Washington Crossing, PA. Internet direction should use the end destination o f1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, PA 18977. For more information, please call 215-493-4076. Individuals with disabilities should contact the Park in advance to discuss their needs.
Medicine, Militia, & Mustering
Sun., July 25, Noon — 5:00
Thompson Neely House
Join members of the 11th PA Regiment as they share 18th century medical practices, discuss the role of the militia, and muster the troops to fight for the cause.
An event for the entire family! The Thompson-Neely House was historically used as an army hospital during the encampment of 1776. Admission is charged.
Washington Crossing Historic Park/Thompson Neely House is located south of New Hope on Rt. 32 at Aquetong Road, several miles north of the Visitor Center which is located at the intersection of Rt. 32 and Rt. 532 in Washington Crossing, PA. For more information, please call 215-493-4076. Individuals with disabilities should contact the Park in advance to discuss their needs.
Crossing Kids!
Wed., July 28, 1:00 – 3:30 pm
Come to an afternoon filled with activities guaranteed to make learning about the history of Washington’s Crossing fun for kids. This program, designed for children who have recently completed 3rd – 5th grade, will incorporate hands-on activities, historic games, foods, and costumed interpreters to bring 1776 to life.
Cost per child is $15.00. Pre-registration and pre-payment are required. To register, please send checks to Washington Crossing Historic Park, P. O. Box 103, Washington Crossing, PA 18977, Attn: Michelle. Please include your name, address, and phone number as well as your child’s name and their last completed school grade. If you have e-mail, please include that address. Make
checks payable to Washington Crossing Historic Park. Information packets and specifics about the day will be sent to those registered as the event approaches.
Washington Crossing Historic Park is located at the intersection of Rt. 32 and Rt. 532 in Washington Crossing, PA. Internet direction should use the end destination o f1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, PA 18977. For more information, please call 215-493-4076. Individuals with disabilities should contact the Park in advance to discuss their needs.
18th Century Slumbers
Sat., Aug. 14, 11:00 – 4:00
Stitch a quilt, stuff a mattress, try out the rope bed, learn about bed bugs, and more at this activity day based around Colonial bedding, sleep superstitions and household work. You will never look at sleep the same way again. Admission is free.
Washington Crossing Historic Park is located at the intersection of Rt. 32 and Rt. 532 in Washington Crossing, PA. Internet direction should use the end destination o f1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, PA 18977. For more information, please call 215-493-4076. Individuals with disabilities should contact the Park in advance to discuss their needs.
Cooking, Beekeeping & Gardening: Colonial Food ways
Sat., Aug. 28, 11:00 – 4:00
Open hearth cooking, kitchen and medicinal gardens, beekeeping, and more are scheduled to be demonstrated and discussed in the Park as visitors can talk with the Park’s Blue Shirt Gardeners, historic cooks and more. Admission is charged.
Washington Crossing Historic Park is located at the intersection of Rt. 32 and Rt. 532 in Washington Crossing, PA. Internet direction should use the end destination o f1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, PA 18977. For more information, please call 215-493-4076. Individuals with disabilities should contact the Park in advance to discuss their needs.
Gaming, Child’s Play & Puzzles to Amuse
Sun., Sept. 12, 1:00 – 4:00
Rolling hoops, graces, tavern games, word puzzles and more will take center stage as kids of all ages (yup, even the grown up kids) can try their hand at the many 18th and early 19th century elements of fun. Admission is free.
Washington Crossing Historic Park is located at the intersection of Rt. 32 and Rt. 532 in Washington Crossing, PA. Internet direction should use the end destination o f1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, PA 18977. For more information, please call 215-493-4076. Individuals with disabilities should contact the Park in advance to discuss their needs.
Colonial Mirth, Music & Merriment
, Sun., Sept. 26
Experience 18th c. fun as you take a guided tour through the lantern lit village as vignettes of the past entertain the senses. Just what did our forefathers do with no television? Each tour begins at the Visitor Center at 4:00 and 7:00. Tours last approximately one hour.
Participants must pre-register and pre-pay to reserve a space on the tour. The fees are $7.00 per adult, $4.00 for children 6-17, under 6 is free of charge. To register, please send checks to Washington Crossing Historic Park, P. O. Box 103, Washington Crossing, PA 18977, Attn: Michelle. Please include your name, address, and phone number as well as the number of people in your group including children under 6 and the title, date and time of the tour you wish to take. Make checks payable to Washington Crossing Historic Park.
Washington Crossing Historic Park is located at the intersection of Rt. 32 and Rt. 532 in Washington Crossing, PA. Internet direction should use the end destination o f1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, PA 18977. For more information, please call 215-493-4076. Individuals with disabilities should contact the Park in advance to discuss their needs.
Taylorsville By Night,
Fri. and Sat., October 8 and 9
Take a guided tour back in time through the lantern lit village of early 19th c. Taylorsville, now Washington Crossing Historic Park, as costumed interpreters welcome you. See the buildings and learn about the lives of people from the past. Each tour begins at the Visitor Center at 7:00 & 8:00 pm.
Participants must pre-register and pre-pay to reserve a space on the tour. The fees are $7.00 per adult, $4.00 for children 6-17, under 6 is free of charge. To register, please send checks to Washington Crossing Historic Park, P. O. Box 103, Washington Crossing, PA 18977, Attn: Michelle. Please include your name, address, and phone number as well as the number of people in your group including children under 6 and the title, date and time of the tour you wish to take. Make checks payable to Washington Crossing Historic Park.
Washington Crossing Historic Park is located at the intersection of Rt. 32 and Rt. 532 in Washington Crossing, PA. Internet direction should use the end destination o f1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, PA 18977. For more information, please call 215-493-4076. Individuals with disabilities should contact the Park in advance to discuss their needs.
H a r v e s t D a y
Sunday, October 17, 2004,
10:00 – 4:00
Join us for a historic look at autumn customs, traditions, and frolics as Washington Crossing Historic Park presents their annual harvest festival.
Experience the 1770’s and 1830’s as you enjoy such things as:
*the scents of a fall meal cooking on an open hearth
*historic craft demonstrations, music, and trades
*the bounty of a colonial kitchen garden and how the harvest was preserved
*turn the crank on the cider press, and visit the historic McKonkey Ferry Inn/Tavern
*jump in a hay pile, play old-fashioned kids games, try your hand at a historic craft…& more
ADMISSION IS CHARGED
Washington Crossing Historic Park is located at the intersection of Rt. 32 and Rt. 532 in Washington Crossing, PA. Internet direction should use the end destination o f1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, PA 18977. For more information, please call 215-493-4076. Individuals with disabilities should contact the Park in advance to discuss their needs.
Sun., December 12th ,
10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Crossing Dress Rehearsal
See the precursor to the Christmas Day Crossing as the troops row General Washington across the Delaware River. Experience such activities as tavern life in the McKonkey Ferry Inn, open-hearth cooking, historic demonstrations, sutlers, and more at this great family event. The Crossing rehearsal occurs around 1:00 pm. Admission is charged.
Washington Crossing Historic Park is located at the intersection of Rt. 32 and Rt. 532 in Washington Crossing, PA. Internet direction should use the end destination o f1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, PA 18977. For more information, please call 215-493-4076. Individuals with disabilities should contact the Park in advance to discuss their needs.
Sat., December 25th, 1:00 pm
Washington Crosses the Delaware River
Witness the 52nd annual Crossing of the Delaware at this traditional recreation of a crucial historic event. Admission is free.
Washington Crossing Historic Park is located at the intersection of Rt. 32 and Rt. 532 in Washington Crossing, PA. Internet direction should use the end destination o f1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, PA 18977. For more information, please call 215-493-4076. Individuals with disabilities should contact the Park in advance to discuss their needs.