2025 is bringing BIG changes to Washington Crossing State Park, and the WCPA has many exciting projects and initiatives planned! Take a look at the map below to get a peek at some of what we’ll be working on in the coming year:
Here are a few past projects that the WCPA has undertaken to educate visitors and friends on the rich history of the Park.
Eyewitness to History Cards
In 2022 the WCPA printed a series of 15 “Eyewitness to History Cards.” They will soon be available at the Park’s Visitor’s Center. Made possible by funds from the Mercer County Cultural and Heritage Commission, a partner of the NJ State Historical Commission.
Diorama Lighting Repair
The beautiful hand-made diorama of the Crossing, in the Park’s Stone Barn, was repaired in 2022.
Crossing to Victory Video
This educational video was made possible in part by the Mercer County Cultural and Heritage Commission through funding from the New Jersey Historical Commission and the Mercer County Board of Chosen Freeholders, as well as NJM Insurance Group, The Swan Historical Foundation, and the generous support of several individuals.
Washington Victory Trail Brochure
In 2021 the WCPA published a self-guided driving tour of the Continental Army’s March to the Battle of Trenton. Available at the Park’s Visitor’s Center or as a PDF.
Washington’s Crossing, The Rest of the Story
In 2019 our Historic Education and Preservation Committee created this historian-led presentation. It is available live or via Zoom, upon request! It was made possible by funds from the Mercer County Cultural and Heritage Commission, a partner of the NJ State Historical Commission.
Self-Guided Historic Tours
In 2018 the WCPA created these resources with the help of the Mercer County Cultural and Heritage Commission, a partner of the NJ State Historical Commission. These resources are available at the Park’s Visitor’s Center or online.
A Historic Scavenger Hunt for Kids
A Self-Guided Historic Walking Tour
Revolutionary War Weekend
In 2017 the WCPA held a weekend-long family-friendly event highlighting Colonial life in America and the events that took place in our historic Park. Made possible by funds from the Mercer County Cultural and Heritage Commission, a partner of the NJ State Historical Commission.