Members Only Exhibit Opening Reception
March 14th 6-8 PM
A Revolution in the Ranks: The Philadelphia Associators and the Fight for Liberty and Citizenship, 1775-1777
If you would like to attend but aren't sure if you're a member, please email jointheranks@barracks.org.
Exhibit opening to the public March 15th.
Join Us for Park Day at the Old Barracks
Saturday, April 6th 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Grab your rake and a pair of gloves and join us as we prepare for another season of programming at the museum!
Grab your rake and a pair of gloves and join us as we prepare for another season of programming at the museum!
Upcoming Events
The Old Barracks Museum preserves the history of a building constructed in 1758 as a French and Indian War military barracks, used as winter quarters for British soldiers. Throughout the Revolutionary War, the Barracks was used for a variety of purposes by both the British and the Americans. British prisoners of war were held in the Officers' House, four companies of the Second New Jersey Regiment of the Continental Line were raised here, and in 1777 the Barracks became an army hospital under Dr. Bodo Otto, who oversaw smallpox inoculations for the Continental Army. It also stood witness to Washington’s crucial victory at the Battle of Trenton.
At the beginning of the 20th century, members of the Daughters of the American Revolution and the Colonial Dames organized The Old Barracks Association and spearheaded a campaign to purchase the building. The building has been a museum for over a century, and has frequently been used as a symbol for the state of New Jersey.
At the beginning of the 20th century, members of the Daughters of the American Revolution and the Colonial Dames organized The Old Barracks Association and spearheaded a campaign to purchase the building. The building has been a museum for over a century, and has frequently been used as a symbol for the state of New Jersey.
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The Old Barracks Museum is open year-round, Wednesday-Saturday. Three galleries are available to view in addition to our historic rooms being interpreted throughout the day. Be sure to check out the Events Page for upcoming special events and information about Patriots Week. History lovers are encouraged to become a member of the Old Barracks Association to help support the museum's mission and programming.
Schools and groups are welcome year-round - program information is available on the Group Tours page.
Virtual Exhibits
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The Old Barracks is excited to give you the opportunity to explore our collection through online exhibits and highlights. Enjoy, and we hope to see you in person very soon!