Princeton NJ Events

Storytelling Festival at the Trent House

Saturday October 4, 2025
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Hear ye! Hear ye! Storytelling Festival at the 1719 William Trent House on October 4! Celebrate AMERICA250 with over 30 storytellers, who will spin and sing A Tapestry of Tales (1776-2026) in commemoration of the signing of the Declaration of Independence and the following 250 years of the American story.

Highlights: Singalong, American musical story songs (featuring Oscar Hammerstein) with Tom Chiola vocalist, and George Sinkler on keyboard; Story Slam led by storyteller Denise McCormack; Lightning Round, 2 minute stories, led by storyteller Ken Galipeau; tour of the historic 1719 William Trent House; tribute to John Fitch, patriot and inventor, after whom Trenton's John Fitch Way (RT. 29) is named.

Free Admission - Free Parking - Rain or Shine; Grownups & Family Audience Info: NJ Storytelling Network njstorynet.org (609) 890-3378