Washington’s Landing in New Jersey Encampment

New Jersey State Park historians, the Washington Crossing Park Association, and the First Rhode Island Regiment invite you to Washington Crossing State Park in Titusville, NJ to welcome an NJCH-sponsored encampment of Washington’s troops, and learn what happened after 2,400 troops, 18 cannons and 50 horses landed on New Jersey’s shores in 1776.

The encampment will take place on the banks of the Delaware, where visitors will welcome Washington as they enjoy campfires, hot cider, and skilled reenactors & historians. It will be anchored by members of the First Rhode Island Regiment, who portray the roles of Black soldiers, sailors, artillerists, marines and musicians. The event will include music, cannon fire, musket drills, and a special wreath-laying by BSA Troop 1776 of Titusville New Jersey.

Just beyond the encampment will be a Haybale Theater where historians Leslie Bramlett and Noah Lewis will speak on the contributions of New Jersey soldiers and families, with a focus on the contributions of African Americans both free and enslaved.

Visitors will also be welcomed at the nearby Nelson House for free hot cider. A food truck will be on site, selling both breakfast and lunch dishes. Entrance is free, although a suggested donation of $10 per car is requested.

A variety of festivities will run from 11:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Find the full schedule of events and details at https://www.wcpa-nj.com/landing.