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CROSSROADS GAZETTE
Your resource for all things Revolutionary New Jersey!
December 2018
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British Occupation, American Victory: All in Crossroads this Month!
The fate of American independence evolved from despair to hope in New Jersey 242 years ago this December, as General George Washington and the Continental Army continued their retreat from the Hudson River and across the Delaware to safety in Pennsylvania. Their daring crossing of the Delaware back to New Jersey on Christmas started a chain of events leading to victory and a renewed sense of purpose in the new year.
This December, you can share in the experience, starting with the
British Occupation of Trenton at the Old Barracks on December 1 when reenactors of the 17th Regiment of Infantry go about the daily lives of Revolutionary-era soldiers. Later in the month, witness the Christmas Day crossing of the Delaware and the Battle of Trenton... and much more! Celebrate Patriots Week at a Colonial Ball, venture on a pub crawl with reenactors in period clothes, discover the role that Alexander Hamilton and the artillery he commanded played in the victory at Trenton, and more!
Check out the Patriots Day
website for the full schedule of events.
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Heritage Partners offer Revolutionary gifts
What do you give the person who has everything? How about a bit of Revolutionary New Jersey?
Visit our Revolutionary Gifts
web page for an assortment of beautiful and unique gift ideas from our Heritage Partner sites. Many have stocked their gift shops with crafts and treats telling the stories about New Jersey's past, and they're sure to be different from anything else your loved one or friend will receive.
We'll be adding more to the page in the coming days, so be sure to check back for new gift ideas.
No matter what you choose at your favorite Revolutionary site, you'll get the added boost of knowing that your purchase supports historic preservation and the work of our local heritage groups.
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Crossroads Signage to be Unveiled at Trent House December 29
The Crossroads star will shine just a little brighter during Patriots Week as we prepare to unveil our next branded sign at the 1719 William Trent House Museum in Trenton.
Join representatives of the Trent House and Crossroads on Saturday December 29 at 12:30 p.m. as we unveil a new interpretive sign before the site's annual
Hogmanay, or Scottish New Year's celebration. It's scheduled between the reenactments of the First and Second Battles of Trenton, making it a no-miss event!
Crossroads thanks sponsors First Bank and NJM Insurance for their generosity in funding the Trent House signage. For more information on how you or your business can support this program to raise visibility of New Jersey's Revolutionary heritage, visit our
website or contact our Executive Director, Janice Selinger by
email or at 609-341-3245.
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Celebrate the holidays with Crossroads
A holiday tradition continues on Thursday December 13 as
Crossroads' staff and trustees invite you to celebrate the season with us!
Join us at the Old Barracks, 101 Barrack Street in Trenton from 12:15 to 2:15 p.m. for food, drink and holiday cheer with our Heritage Partners and friends.
In keeping with the spirit of the holidays, please bring a new, unwrapped toy for the Marines' Toys for Tots collection.
Planning to attend? Please RSVP to
Kate Brindle by December 9.
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Support Crossroads today!
More people than ever are connecting to their Revolutionary spirit in New Jersey, thanks to your support. Your generosity has made it possible for the Crossroads of the American Revolution to help our Heritage Partners to educate and entertain friends, families, students and teachers about the amazing people, places and events of the state's rich 18th century heritage.
The nation will celebrate the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution in less than a decade. We're working with partners to shine a spotlight on New Jersey and our contributions to the founding of our nation, and we need your support to make the most of this rare opportunity.
Be a part of it! Enlist in Crossroads with a year-end gift by visiting the
giving page on our website. And thank you for your continued support.
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Heritage Partners benefit from Crossroads membership
Crossroads gets its strength from more than 200 historic sites, historical societies and heritage organizations that help tell the story of the American Revolution in New Jersey. From museums that are open every day to interest groups working to preserve local history, Crossroads helps members enhance their visibility and build community engagement as they help visitors discover Revolutionary New Jersey!
Benefits of membership include advance notice of our professional development workshops, like our recent Art of Period Trades and Crafts, A Taste of the Trades conference (check out our latest
video highlights!). We're thrilled when Heritage Partners renew their membership to continue to receive the benefits of working with Crossroads. This month, returning Heritage Partners include
Whether your site is open seven days a week, not ready to receive visitors or somewhere in between, affiliating with Crossroads brings a wealth of benefits to help you tell your Revolutionary story. For more information on how your organization can take part, contact our Program Manager, Kate Knowles-Brindle by
e-mail or by phone at 609-341-3246.
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Get Revolutionary at this month's Heritage Partner events
Holidays and history combine at Crossroads of the American Revolution National Heritage Area partner sites in December. In addition to the events below, we've gathered many holiday events on a special page on our
website! Plus, follow
our
Facebook page
for even more activities through the month, and be sure to make reservations when the site recommends them, to avoid disappointment.
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Walking tour at Monmouth Battlefield State Park in Manalapan
December 2 at 1:30 p.m.
Stroll the grounds of the historic June 1778 conflict with a knowledgeable guide, then visit the nearby Craig House (open for the final time this year).
More information.
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Battle of Iron Works Hill commemoration in Mount Holly
December 8 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Meet Thomas Paine and costumed reenactors, enjoy crafts with the kids and more at this commemoration of the 1776 battle in Mount Holly.
More information
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Festive holiday teas at the Metlar-Bodine House Museum in Piscataway
December 8 and 16, times vary
Enjoy the warmth and good cheer of spiced teas, gracious company and a historic setting at one (or both!) of the teas hosted at this lovely home near the early American Raritan Landing site.
Reservations and more information
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Colonial Christmas Concert and Holiday Fare at Historic New Bridge Landing in River Edge
December 15 and 16 at 6:00 p.m. and 7:45 p.m.
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Board of Trustees
Thomas H. Kean, Honorary Chair ● Ira Jersey, Chair ●
Dale Florio ● Seth Hahn ●
John Hardiman ● Joshua Henne
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Linda Kellner ● Sally Lane ● Chris Paladino ● Rocky Peterson
● Patrick Ryan
● Milly Silva ● Laura Szwak
Crossroads Staff
Janice Selinger, Executive Director ● Tanika Jones, Office Administrator ● Kate Knowles-Brindle, Program Manager ● Sue Kaufmann, Communications and Social Media Coordinator
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