Princeton NJ Events

Four Centuries of African American Soldier, Trent House Museum

Saturday February 21, 2026
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

The Trent House Association will host Four Centuries of African American Soldiers, a living history program, on Saturday, February 21, 2026, from 10 am to 4 pm. This free family-friendly drop-in program will take place in the historic William Trent House Museum, located at 15 Market Street, Trenton, with free parking behind the museum property off William Trent Place.

Four Centuries of African American Soldiers is a living history program that tells the heroic stories of America's black warriors spanning four hundred years until today. The program includes authentic military artifacts, re-enactors, and military veterans sharing their own personal stories. As visitors move from room to room in the historic house, they will be able to interact with the re-enactors, hear stories of actual soldiers who served, and examine items of military life from each period of military history. Four Centuries of African American Soldiers offers an unforgettable experience that is both informative and inspiring.

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7 Stories of Old Hunterdon, Hunterdon Symphony

Saturday February 21, 2026
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Hunterdon’s annual Concert for Young People is not just for kids! People of all ages enjoy this concert, and this year’s performances promises to be extra special as we celebrate America’s 250th birthday. The program will include: Seven Stories featuring children or animals (in Hunterdon County 1750-1899).

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"The Story of James Woby – Allentown Native & Civil War Hero"

Saturday February 21, 2026
5:00 PM

At sunset on June 15, 1864, 27-year-old James B. Woby, born and raised on Church Street in Allentown, NJ charged up a hill outside of Petersburg, Virginia in what was described as "a blizzard of Rebel bullets." As his regiment's color bearer, Woby was armed only with the Regimental flag, emblazoned with the motto "Sic Semper Tyrannis" – "Thus always to tyrants."

Join us on Saturday, February 21, 2026 for "The Story of James Woby – Allentown Native & Civil War Hero" beginning with a pasta dinner at 5 pm in Allentown Methodist Church, 23 Church Street in Allentown, NJ. There is a suggested donation of $5. Please RSVP by emailing mccormicknj@aol.com.