Washington Crossing
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Drought Threatens Reenactments of Washington’s Crossing of Delaware River
The continuous drought could prevent volunteers from re-enacting George Washington’s crossing of the Delaware River on Christmas night 1776, writes JD Mullane for the Bucks County Courier Times. While the two scheduled reenactments at Washington Crossing Historic Park have not been canceled yet, the situation is dicey, according to Cory Shannon, the park’s new manager.…
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Washington Crossing Post Office to Be Named After Beloved Former Worker Who Passed Away
Longtime postal employee Susan Barnhart, who perished alongside six others in an Upper Makefield flash flood over a year ago, will have the Washington Crossing Post Office named after her, writes JD Mullane for the Bucks County Courier Times. U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick first introduced a bill in Congress to rename the office last year.…
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Washington Crossing State Park to Get New Visitors Center Thanks to National Park Service Grant
A $7,533,460.50 grant by the National Park Service will finance the replacement of the aging Washington Crossing State Park Visitor Center in Hopewell Township, New Jersey with a new state-of-the-art facility, according to a staff report from Insider NJ. The new visitors center will be erected close to the site of General George Washington’s famous…
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Get Your Tickets for Wine on the Waterfront 2024 at Washington Crossing Historic Park
The 7th Annual Wine on the Waterfront is coming back to Washington Crossing Historic Park on July 27, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The tasting event, which will last from 3 to 7 PM., will give participants the chance to sip on wine from a selection of Pennsylvania and New Jersey wineries, taste delicious…
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Historic Washington Crossing Bridge Set for $8 Million Environmental Review
The Delaware River Joint Toll Bridge Commission has announced an $8 million initiative with HDR Engineering, Inc. to assess the future of the 119-year-old Washington Crossing Bridge, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. This comprehensive study aims to enhance mobility and ensure safe, reliable river crossings in the area. This crucial environmental review, inspired…
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Upper Makefield Leads Charge for Historic Recognition of Washington Crossing Bridge
Upper Makefield is leading the effort to add the Washington Crossing Bridge to the National Register of Historic Places, according to a staff report from NewtownPANow. The discussion over granting the bridge historic status comes ahead of talks about a potential rehabilitation or reconstruction of the 119-year-old bridge connecting the Washington Crossing section of Upper…
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Historic Washington Crossing Bridge Scheduled for Replacement
The historic Washington Crossing Bridge will soon be replaced, writes Amie Rukenstein for Mercer Me. The bridge that connects the two halves of the national historic landmark Washington Crossing Park in Pennsylvania and New Jersey is owned by the Delaware River Joint Toll Bridge Commission. The agency recently published a Request for Proposals looking for…
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Friends of Washington Crossing Park Welcomes New Specialist Ahead of 2026 Semiquincentennial
Thanks to a $51,000 grant from a Philadelphia Funder Collaborative for the Semiquincentennial, the Friends of Washington Crossing Park has added a full-time interpretive programs specialist to its ranks, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. Alex Robb will assist the organization with the design and implementation of its new educational program that will focus on…
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Bucks County Tourism Grant Program Chooses Friends of Washington Crossing as Its Annual Stand-Out
In its latest round of grant allocations, the Bucks County Tourism Grant Program has chosen Friends of Washington Crossing as its annual stand-out, writes Greg Vellner for The Reporter. The non-profit organization at Washington Crossing Historic Park on River Road received the Charles H. Martin grant, which recognizes one recipient each year by name. This…
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Wreaths Across America Makes Tribute to Fallen Veterans at Washington Crossing National Cemetery
On December 16, 2023, a heartfelt tribute to America’s fallen soldiers unfolded at the Washington Crossing National Cemetery, reports William Thomas Cain for the Bucks County Courier Times. This poignant event, part of the nationwide Wreaths Across America, saw numerous families, veterans, and community members gather to honor the memory of those who served. …
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Witness Washington’s Crossing of Delaware River on 1776 Christmas in Two Reenactments
On December 10 and Christmas Day, you will get the chance to witness a reenactment of George Washington’s daring 1776 Christmas night crossing of the Delaware River that saved the Revolution. Each year, thousands of people make their way to the banks of Delaware River to watch several hundred reenactors dressed as Continental military listen…
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History Meets Hues at Washington Crossing Historic Park in Autumn
For history aficionados, Washington Crossing Historic Park is a must-visit this fall, according to AOPA. Located at the very spot where in 1776, George Washington made his crossing of the Delaware River from New Jersey to Pennsylvania, this park promises not just a dive into the past, but also spectacular autumn vistas. A…
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Historic Reenactments to Return to Washington Crossing. Read to Learn When
A historic Bucks County park will soon begin its annual reenactments of one of the country’s most important and remembered moments. Washington Crossing Historic Park, located in the town of the same name, is set to begin their popular reenactments of then-general George Washington’s harrowing crossing of the Delaware River on Christmas night of 1776.…
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Friends of Washington Crossing Park Receives $500,000 National Park Service Grant
The National Park Service recently awarded the Friends of Washington Crossing Park a $502,768 grant for the rehabilitation of the McConkey Ferry Inn. This was one of only 20 cultural resource preservation projects to be funded nationally. The grant will allow the park to continue renovations to the Inn, above and beyond last year’s $8.7…
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Washington Crossing Community Rallies to Honor Bucks County Flood Victim
The Washington Crossing community is rallying to honor one of the victims of recent flash flooding that devasted the area, writes Madeleine Wright for CBS News Philadelphia. When historic rainfall caused flash flooding in Bucks County in July, five adults and two children lost their lives. One of them was Susan Barnhart, who worked for…
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Learn About George Washington’s Time in Bucks County During Upcoming Lantern Tour
An upcoming tour will allow Bucks County residents and visitors to learn about one of the country’s most famous leaders. Washington Crossing Historic Park will be offering a guided lantern tour on Oct. 7 from 6:30 – 7:30 PM. The tour will include a history presentation on the conditions the men of George Washington’s army…
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Come and Learn Facts About Local Songbirds at Upcoming Washington Crossing Workshop
An upcoming Teacher Workshop in Washington Crossing will help local educators learn important facts about the county’s wildlife. Officials from the Delaware Canal State Park and the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources will be hosting a “PA Songbirds Educator Workshop” on Oct. 9 from 9 AM – 3:30 PM. The interactive lecture will…
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Washington Crossing Garden Center Gets Ready for the Fall with New Shipment of Plants
A garden center in Bucks County is preparing for the fall season with a new variety of plants and other gardening essentials. Seasons Garden Center, located at 1069 River Road in Washington Crossing, is beginning to stock more fall plants as local gardeners and plant enthusiasts look to stay seasonal with their green thumbs. “Our…
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