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2008 Events
Pictures by Rich Buser |
2008 EventsSat. Feb. 16 10 a.m.-3 p.m. and Sun. Feb. 17 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Cooking for our First President
Location: McKonkey Ferry Inn Section of the ParkFees: Free On Saturday, Mercy Ingraham will prepare some of the General's favorites such as Beef Steak Pye. Connie Unangst will prepare a sampling of Upper Class Virginia Style cooking. March 8 & 9, 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
His Majesty's Troops
Location: McKonkey Ferry Inn Section of the ParkFees: Admission on Saturday, Free on Sunday Loyalists rejoice! Washington Crossing is occupied by British and Hessians. Sign a loyalty oath to the King, drill for militia and learn about the British perspective. March 30 2:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m.
“Beyond Beer”
Location: McKonkey Ferry Inn Section of the ParkFees: $12.00 Reservations Recommended Beyond Beer 18th c. Libations with Clarissa Dillon Turnip wine, English sac, Lemon wine and more 2:00-3:30 April 12 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Tavern Fare Cooking Class
Location: Historic McKonkey Ferry InnFees: $45.00 Limited to 8 people Tavern Victuals and Beverages for the Colonial Traveler Hands on cooking class in the historic McKonkey Ferry Inn Using 18th c. receipts, participants will make 18th c. tavern fare using open hearth cooking techniques April 18 & 19 9:30 a.m.3:30 p.m.
Sheep Shearing
Location: Thompson-Neely SectionFees: $6.00 per adult $4 per child Spend some time with our four-legged friends. The event is scheduled to include:
Friday, April 18 is a special day for school students, please call for reservations Saturday, May 3, 11am-5pm
2008 SPIRIT of the JERSEYS State History Fair
Location: Washington Crossing State Park, Titusville, NJFees: Free
May 7 & October 16 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Home School Day
Location: McKonkey Ferry Inn Section of the ParkFees: $4.00 Hands-on activities and costumed interpreters will bring the past to life. This program is similar to our school program "Colonial Days". May 26 10:00 a.m.
Memorial Day Program
Location: Soldiers' Graves Behind the Thompson-Neely HouseFees: Free Memorial Day Commemorative program
June 8 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
A Call to Arms Re-enactors Information and Demonstration Day
Location: McKonkey Ferry Inn Section of the ParkFees: Free Learn more about Revolutionary War History and re-enacting at this special event. Re-enactors who'd like to be involved, please contact Jennifer April 215-493-4076 July 4 11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Independence Day Celebration
Location: McKonkey Ferry Inn Section of the ParkFees: $6.00 Adults, $3.00 Children 6-17 Experience the Call for Troops, militia drills, sign the Declaration, and much more. Meet George Washington, Thomas Paine and see the cannon being fired. Win a free copy of HBO's mini-series, John Adams! Drawings will be held throughout the day. July 27 1:00 p.m.- 4:00 p.m.
“I’ve Always Wanted to Try That”
Location: McKonkey Ferry Inn Section of the ParkFees: Free Hands on Family Program Churn butter, card wool, write with a quill pen and much more July 29, 30, 31, Aug. 1 9:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Summer History Camp
Location: McKonkey Ferry Inn Section of the ParkFees: $100 per child Practice quilting, meet a soldier, play colonial games and learn what life was like 200 years ago Aug. 16 $6.00 Adults $3.00 children 6-17, Children under 6
Historic Foodways: Breads, Biscuits and Butter 18th c., Foodways
Location: McKonkey Ferry Inn Section of the ParkFees: $6.00 Adults, $3.00 Children 6-17
Enjoy the aromas and commentary from food historians and demonstrators as you delve into the 18th c. reality of bread baking and food preparation
Sept. 14, 1:00 p.m. -2:00 p.m.
Tales of the Marbleheaders
Location: McKonkey Ferry Inn Section of the Park at the Boat BarnFees: Free Story time in the boat barn! Kis 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 1776.
Sept. 21 1:00 p.m.
Specialty Tour Taylorsville: An Early 19th C. Village
Location: McKonkey Ferry Inn Section of the ParkFees: Join this special guided tour highlighting the Park's early 19th c. structures and residents.
Oct. 5 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Harvest Day
Location: McKonkey Ferry Inn Section of the ParkFees: $6.00 Adults, $3.00 Children 6-17 Join us for a historic look at autumn customs, traditions, and frolics at Washington Crossing Historic Park presents its annual harvest festival. Experience the 1770's and 1830's as you enjoy: historic craft demonstrations, music, and trades, jump in a hay pile, play old-fashioned kids games and more October 18 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Basket-Making with Tina Barrows
Location: Visitor's CenterFees: $50 per person In this workshop participants will make a colonial style herb/cookie basket made of rib-type construction with hickory handle and frame. December 14 10:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.
Christmas Crossing Dress Rehearsal
Location: McKonkey Ferry Inn Section of the ParkFees: $6.00 Adults, $3.00 Children 6-17 Over 100 re-enactors and demonstrators fill the Park on this exciting day. Experience open-hearth cooking, historic demonstrations, sutlers and more at this great event. The Crossing occurs around 1:00 p.m. River Crossings are contingent upon safe conditions for participants December 25, 1:00 p.m.
Christmas Crossing
Location: McKonkey Ferry Inn Section of the ParkFees: Free Witness the reenactment of the Crossing of the Delaware. General Washington will address the troops and cross the river. River crossings are contingent upon safe conditions for participants. Visitor's Center open 11-3 |
