Honoring our Revolutionary Neighbors on Memorial Day |
Communities across the United States pause on the last Monday in May to remember those who fought for the freedoms we all enjoy as Americans. Parades, events and ceremonies help us honor the sacrifices our neighbors have made in defense of our nation.
Reminders are all around us in New Jersey, embodied in the many opportunities to build a deeper understanding of those who fought right here during the American Revolution. We hope you’ll join us in recognizing those who fought for independence in a time when it was anything but guaranteed.
On Saturday, May 28, visit Princeton Battlefield State Park as the Princeton Battlefield Society hosts its Day of Remembrance on the grounds of the January 3, 1777 battle that concluded the Ten Crucial Days. More info.
Visit the First Dutch Reformed Church Cemetery in Hackensack on Memorial Day as the Bergen County Historical Society honors Gen. Enoch Poor and other soldiers and veterans buried there. More info.
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Meet Crossroads' Newest Revolutionary Neighbors |
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Crossroads' Meet Your Revolutionary Neighbors series reveal how people from all walks of life and regions of New Jersey dealt with struggles over personal responsibility, community, and public service during the years of the American Revolution.
Meet our two newest Neighbors, Jack Cudjo Banquante and Dr. William Bryant.
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Revolution NJ Seeks Your Input!
The 250th anniversary of the United States is just four years away, and New Jerseyans are invited to offer their ideas for how the state should commemorate it. Visit Revolution NJ’s virtual suggestion box for guidelines on framing out your program, event or activity ideas, then return to submit it for consideration by the Revolution NJ planners.
Think big, think creatively! Concepts that address one or more of Revolution NJ’s themes and goals will have the best chances for adoption as official programs, events or activities.
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Crossroads is Hiring!
Visit our website to learn more about exciting opportunities to join the team as we prepare for New Jersey's commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the U.S.
As our current Executive Director, Janice Selinger, transitions from the role, the Crossroads board seeks candidates for the expanded Executive Director position. This very public role requires innovative leadership and strong program management skills and experience, as well as the commitment and ability to forge successful collaborations across the state. Read more here.
Our Program Manager is the liaison between Crossroads and historic sites, societies, and related groups and is the primary “field rep” for partner events, as he/she seeks to build and strengthen partnerships. We're looking for a good listener with a service orientation and a broad understanding of the benefits of successful heritage tourism practices. Read more about the role here.
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Crossroads Annual Meeting Replay Available
Catch up with Crossroads and New Jersey's Revolutionary heritage tourism potential by reviewing the replay
of our April 4 Annual Meeting.
During the live session, Crossroads Trustee Patrick Murray updated Heritage Partners and friends on plans for future audio tours based on the success of our Ten Crucial Days audio tour, progress on our Heritage Partners program, and growth in our statewide branded signage program.
Guest speakers included heritage tourism consultant Cheryl Hargrove on New Jersey’s readiness for the 250th anniversary, her recommendations, national trends and more. New Jersey Division of Travel & Tourism Executive Director Jeff Vasser shared plans for marketing the state's historic assets for the 250th.
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Stay Updated with Crossroads All Month Long |
Our monthly newsletter captures a fraction of the sites, events and stories that make Revolutionary New Jersey come alive. Follow Crossroads on Facebook and Instagram for site news, interesting facts and more throughout the season.
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Board of Trustees
Thomas H. Kean, Honorary Chair ● Sally Lane, Chair ● Edward Allison ●
Iris Delgado ● Dale Florio ● Jennifer Godoski ● Seth Hahn ● Joshua Henne
● Jeff Kaszerman ● Gail Lalla ● Patrick Murray ● Andrew Musick ●
Michael Murphy, Esq. ● Tony Perry ● Henry Rinder, CPA
Crossroads Staff
Janice Selinger, Executive Director ● Sue Kaufmann, Communications Director ●
Roseann Butterfield, Office Administrator
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