Covering aprox. 500 acres, this park is dedicated to the memory of George Washington and the 2,400 soldiers who crossed the Delaware on Christmas night in 1776. Several historic buildings are open for viewing including the McKonkey's Ferry Inn, Hibb's House, Durham Boat House, and the Blacksmith house and Shop. Also on this site are the graves of America's first unknown soldiers.
Location:
New Hope Pennsylvania
Telephone
215-493-4076
Other History nearby:
(Morristown) Acorn Hall
(New York City) Alice Austen House
(New York City) American Craft Museum
(Philadelphia) American Swedish Historical Museum
(Philadelphia) Arch Street Meeting House
(Philadelphia) Atwater Kent Museum-Philadelphia History
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02/21 Coming to The New Hope area
Atlantic City Beer and Music Festival Atlantic City NJ April5-6 Over 90 different breweries from around the corner and across the country will showcase their unique libations.
Contemporary Art Fair Connecticut Norwalk CT April27-28 Modeled after our two sucessful NYC shows at the Javits Center. Each of the two shows will have approximately 100 exhibitors.
Galena Dogwood Festival Galena MD May4 The annual Galena Dogwood Festival is will take place throughout Galena. The parade will have a War of 1812 theme.
Dover Days Festival Dover DE May3-5 As one of the longest running festivals in the state of Delaware, Dover Days dates back to 1933. What started as a garden tour staged by the Dover Garden Club, has now become an annual time to remember First State heritage with community spirit and an entertaining festival of family events.
Dover Days Festival Dover DE May3-5 You can claim Dover, Delaware, the capital city of the First State, as your state capital during the 80th anniversary celebration of the Dover Days Festival!.
Maryland Faerie Festival Darlington MD May10-12 The Maryland Faerie Festival celebrates the Faeries in an atmosphere and with entertainment inspired by Faerie folklore and literature.
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