Washington Crossing Historic Park

Witness history come to life at Washington Crossing Historic Park. Washington Crossing Historic Park offers more than 500 acres of American history, natural beauty and family fun. The park preserves the site where George Washington crossed the Delaware River and turned the tide of the Revolutionary War.

Each year, Washington Crossing holds many family-friendly events, making it the perfect place to experience history in a unique way. Celebrate George Washington's birthday, sheer sheep at The Thompson-Neely House, watch fireworks burst along the Delaware, and witness the Revolution come to life as hundreds of reenactors cross the Delaware River.  

As Bucks County gears up for America's 250th Anniversary in 2026, Washington Crossing will have commemorative events and everyday visitor experiences. The Thompson-Neely House will feature refreshed exhibits on 18th-century military life, including replica uniforms and weaponry. McConkey's Ferry Inn, where Hessian officers were quartered post-crossing, will feature new exhibits and authentic 18th-century uniforms. In addition to the park's museum exhibit, see Revolutionary War artifacts from collections such as the Mercer Museum and Swan Historical Foundation. Climb aboard a full-scale 40-foot replica of a Durham Boat, where visitors are able to experience what it was like to prepare for the Crossing.

While visiting Washington Crossing Historic Park, visit other historical sites around the area! Just a 10-minute drive from the park sits New Hope, an eclectic small town filled with unique shops and dining options. While there, check out the Bucks County Playhouse, constructed in the 20th century and has hosted celebrities such as Grace Kelly, Dick Van Dyke, and many more.

Make a pit stop at Bowman's Hill Tower. Bowman's Hill Tower is 125-feet tall and offers an expansive, 14-mile view of the Delaware River area. Organized tour groups and schools are welcome! Reserve today and get a discounted combination ticket for the Tower, Historic Village and Thompson-Neely House. 

A few steps away lies Yardley, home to the Continental Tavern, originally used as an out building of the Thomas Yardley Estate in the 18th-century. From the early 1800's through the Civil War, the building served as a way station on the Underground Railroad. Visitors can take a tour of the Underground Railroad.