Washington Crossing Historic Park will be hosting an exclusive preview screening of Ken Burns’ new documentary series on the Revolutionary War in its visitor center on Oct. 23 from 7 to 8:30 PM, writes Jeff Werner for Patch.  

“We’re honored to partner with the Princeton Battlefield Society as part of their Cadwalader Lectures to host this exclusive preview and panel discussion,” said Jennifer Martin, Executive Director of the Friends of Washington Crossing Park. 

The event will begin with an introduction from Director Sarah Botstein, followed by a 45-minute preview with clips from the series. Afterward, there will be a panel discussion led by Martin with some members from the production team. 

The documentary is a six-part series covering the country’s battle for independence from the perspective of soldiers, civilians, African Americans and Native Americans.  

Many scenes included in the series were filmed at Washington Crossing Historic Park. 

“Our film tells the remarkable history of the people who lived through the American Revolution, their everyday concerns, and their hopes, fears and failings,” said Botstein. “We’re so grateful to the team who welcomed us on-site and couldn’t be more excited to bring an early look at the series back to this historic location.” 

General admission tickets for the event can be purchased for $40. Members of the Princeton Battlefield Society and the Friends of Washington Crossing Park can get tickets for $20. Limited seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. 

Read more about Ken Burns’ new documentary series and the screening event at Washington Crossing Historic Park in Patch. 

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