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The Old Barracks Museum Invites You to Donate to Recreate Washington's Flower Arch
Trenton, New Jersey- The Old Barracks Museum invites you to join us in recreating the triumphal Washington's Flower Arch by adding a flower of your own! Your generous donation will help to create a temporary Washington Flower Arch for the grand opening of the new exhibits on July 4th, 2026. The museum's original historic arch will also be on display that day for the first time in decades.
"When George Washington made his inaugural march through Trenton, it was the people of this city who came together to assemble the triumphal arch to welcome him and decorated it with flowers," said Michelle Doherty, Executive Director of the Old Barracks Museum. "I love that this fundraiser invites our community to do something very similar to what was done over 200 years ago. Through their donations, supporters are helping us recreate the arch featured in our new exhibit, while also sustaining the Old Barracks Museum and the important work we do every day. It's a joyful, hands-on way to be part of bringing this powerful moment in Trenton's history back to life."
Donations of $25 will allow you to add a personalized dyed wood flower to the recreated arch. Donations of $250 will include the flower plus an invitation to an exclusive preview of the new exhibits on June 23rd. Those who donate $2,500 will receive all of the aforementioned benefits and will also receive donor recognition on the entrance screen of the Old Barracks Museum.
The recreated arch will be unveiled on July 4th during the Semiquincentennial celebrations at the Old Barracks. Donors can participate in a group photo at 3 pm on July 4th. Flowers will be available for pickup immediately after the photo. Donations can be made at https://barracks.org/flowers-2/.
Thank you for your support!
ABOUT THE OLD BARRACKS MUSEUM: Originally built in 1758 to house British soldiers during the French and Indian War, the Old Barracks bore witness to the Battles of Trenton and was later used as a Revolutionary War army hospital. In the early 20th century, members of the Daughters of the American Revolution and the Colonial Dames organized the Old Barracks Association to purchase the building and open it as a museum, and today it continues to welcome visitors from across the globe to learn the rich history of the site through interpretive programs and exhibits. The Old Barracks Museum largely relies upon the generous contributions of donors and grantors to be able to further its mission of education and preservation, ensuring guests can appreciate New Jersey's history, the diverse people who made it, and why it matters.
Additional Funding Award Given to the Old Barracks Museum
The Old Barracks Museum is proud to announce it has received $1.5 million in funding to support preparations and programming for the upcoming 250th anniversary commemorations of the American Revolution. This critical investment will help ensure that Trenton's rich Revolutionary War history is preserved, enhanced, and shared with visitors from across the state and nation.
The funding was made possible through the unwavering support of Assemblyman Anthony S. Verrelli, whose continued advocacy for the City of Trenton, its cultural institutions, and its historic legacy has been instrumental in securing this major investment.
"We extend our deepest gratitude to Assemblyman Verrelli for his steadfast commitment to Trenton's history and to the Old Barracks Museum," said Michelle Doherty, Executive Director. "This funding allows us to responsibly prepare for the 250th commemorations while expanding educational opportunities and programming and preserving one of New Jersey's most significant historic sites."
The Old Barracks Museum is currently undergoing extensive restoration, including both interior and exterior improvements. This marks the first restoration of its kind in over thirty years. This investment will allow the museum to take full advantage of the restoration, reopening to the public with all-new exhibits that focus on the Semiquincentennial, the preservation of the building, and NJ's involvement in the French and Indian War.
The Old Barracks played a pivotal role during the American Revolution and remains a cornerstone of Trenton's historic identity. The funding will support preservation efforts, interpretive programming, and visitor enhancements leading up to the 250th anniversary, ensuring that future generations can engage with and learn from this nationally significant site.
"The Old Barracks Museum is not only a symbol of Trenton's past, but a vital part of its future," said Assemblyman Verrelli. "I am proud to support this institution and to help ensure it continues to educate, inspire, and honor our shared history as we approach this important milestone."
The Old Barracks Museum looks forward to working with state and local partners as planning continues for the 250th commemorations, celebrating Trenton's central role in the founding of our nation.
For more information about the Old Barracks Museum and upcoming programs, visit www.barracks.org.
ABOUT THE OLD BARRACKS MUSEUM: Originally built in 1758 to house British soldiers during the French and Indian War, the Old Barracks bore witness to the Battles of Trenton and was later used as a Revolutionary War army hospital. The Old Barracks Association purchased the site in the early 20th century, turning it into a museum which welcomes visitors from across the globe, sharing the building's rich history through interpretive programs, tours, and exhibits.
