Depictions of Washington crossing the Delaware on Christmas night in 1776 are etched into the American psyche — so much so that Crossing reenactments in Pennsylvania attract thousands of visitors each year. But did you know that after the Crossing, New Jersey saw more revolutionary battles and skirmishes than any other American colony?
Learn what happened when the troops landed in New Jersey!
Durham Boat Photo Op for all visitors!
Living History Reenactors.
December 14th, 2025 | 11am-3:30 pm
$10 per carload donation
This will not include entry to the Pennsylvania Park’s activities, although we encourage you to “Cross the Delaware” by foot to support their event. You can donate at the entrance, or reserve your spot by clicking the link below.
Note: The bridge will close to car traffic at approximately 10:00 am.
Parking INFORMATION
Due to construction, all cars must park in the main park. Parking will not be permitted in the lower park or along the highway. SHUTTLES WILL BE PROVIDED.
Enter on Route 546 / Washington Crossing Pennington Road. Use Google Maps link: 843V+X5 Titusville, Hopewell Township, NJ
HANDICAP Parking
Accessible parking is available at the encampment site but cars must arrive before 10 am and remain until 3:30 pm, as the road will be closed to all but emergency vehicles.
If this isn’t convenient, Accessible Shuttles will be provided at all other lots.
The Washington Crossing Park Association (WCPA), NJ State Park historians, and the First Rhode Island Regiment, will provide an opportunity to experience both the Crossing and the March to Trenton through the eyes of the men and women who lived it.
This will happen in sync with Washington Crossing Historic Park of Pennsylvania’s “First Crossing” rehearsal event.
Reenactors who cross with Washington will be met by Ronald Rinaldi, portraying General Nathaneal Greene, who will invite them to an encampment in the Lower Park, anchored by members of the First Rhode Island Regiment. The First RI will portray the roles of Black soldiers, sailors, artillerists, marines and musicians. They will be supported by:
17th Regiment of Infantry portraying the Hunterdon Militia
Visitors will also be welcomed at the nearby Nelson House, where volunteers from the Garden Club of Trenton will serve free hot cider and donuts in front of a roaring fire. A food truck will be on hand!
We hope you’ll join us for this exciting New Jersey event.
The First Rhode Island Regiment
Lambs Artillery
The New Jersey Fifes and Drums
The Troops Landing from Pennsylvania’s “First Crossing” event.
Our partners are the Washington Crossing State Park (a division of the NJ DEP); the Washington Crossing Park Association, and the First Rhode Island Regiment.
PRESS
MercerMe: “Third Annual Washington’s Landing in New Jersey Event”
Art News Now: Washington’s Landing Reenactment History Event Event at Washington Crossing State Park, NJ
Trenton Times: “Here’s what happened after Washington crossed the Delaware — with Black patriots on board”
Patch: “Events On Both Sides Of The Delaware Commemorate The Crossing”
MercerMe: “Landing event at Washington Crossing Park a first”