Princeton NJ Events

Grand Reopening Celebration, Old Barracks Museum

Saturday July 4, 2026
10:00 AM

Join the Old Barracks Museum as we celebrate July 4th and America’s 250th anniversary with our grand reopening. We are excited to welcome guests back to the museum and unveil the results of our year-long restoration. The official opening will be at 10:00 AM when we welcome local officials to help us swing open the gates. Visitors are invited to a preview of three new exhibits that highlight the site’s, as well as New Jersey’s, vital role in American history. We will also be displaying for the first time in decades George Washington’s Inaugural Flower Arch, the original historic arch that he passed under during his inaugural march through Trenton. The celebration will include a recreation of the arch, covered with hand-dyed wood flowers, each representing a donor. A group photo will be taken with the donors at 11:00 PM. The vocal duo “Liberty Tree” (Stacy Roth and Bob Dupre) will sing “Welcome Mighty Chief,” an ode written by Major Richard Howell to the tune of Handel’s “See the Conquering Hero Comes,” at 10:30 AM. Join us for a day filled with living history, celebration, and community as we honor our heritage and look to the future!

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July 4th Jubilee at Morven

Saturday July 4, 2026
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM

It’s the 250th anniversary of the Fourth of July! Come celebrate community, reflect on America’s past, and envision what’s next - all at the home of a signer of the Declaration of Independence and New Jersey’s first Governor’s mansion. Morven’s annual Fourth of July Festival is free and open to the public, featuring activities and artmaking with community partners; garden tours; music; food; a chance to sign the Declaration of Independence; and more.

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Independence Day Celebration @Washington Crossing Historic Park

Saturday July 4, 2026
4:00 PM - 9:30 PM

Join us at Washington Crossing Historic Park on Saturday, July 4, 2026, from 4 PM – 9:30 PM for an evening of history, community celebration, live music, and fireworks over the Delaware River as we celebrate the 250th anniversary of our nation’s founding!

Please note: Admission is required; registration is recommended only for the 4–8 PM Living History Program. The evening concert and fireworks are free and open to the public; no registration is required to attend those portions of the event.

Step into Revolutionary America as you explore a military encampment, watch living historians demonstrate traditional crafts, participate in children’s activities and experience musket and artillery firing demonstrations. Readings of the Declaration of Independence will take place throughout the evening. As the living history program concludes, visitors are invited to enjoy live music along the waterfront, including a special fife and drum performance. The celebration will conclude with a festive fireworks display over the Delaware River (weather permitting).

Food trucks will be on site throughout the evening, offering food, snacks, and refreshments. The Friends of Washington Crossing Park will operate a concession stand serving hot dogs, chips, and beverages. All proceeds support educational programming at the park.

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