74th Annual Christmas Day Crossing Reenactment
From publicly posted calendar Checked yesterday
About this event
One of 39 upcoming events at Washington's Crossing National Park, and 3,173 across Philadelphia.
Each December, thousands of people gather on the banks of the Delaware River to watch the reenactment of George Washington’s daring 1776 Christmas night river crossing. During the event, several hundred reenactors in Continental military dress listen to an inspiring speech by General Washington and then row across the river in replica Durham boats. This year marks the 250th Anniversary of the Crossing which took place on Christmas Night 1776. On Friday, December 25th, celebrate the 74th annual Christmas Day Crossing Reenactment from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM (actual crossing at 1:00 PM). Arrival by 11:30 AM is recommended to Read More
