Patriots Week Returns in 2023!
Join us for our Fall Lecture Series!
Thursday, October 12th, 6-7:30pm
Robert W. Sands Jr. and Patricia E. Millen “Washington Crossing”
Robert Sands and Patricia Millen return to discuss their book which focuses on the historical site where General George Washington crossed the Delaware River with his Continental Army in 1776 to the Battle of Trenton.
Lectures will begin at 6 PM, followed by a Q&A and book signing. Admission is
free. Light refreshments will be available.
Copies of these titles are available for purchase in-store or at www.barracks.org. All proceeds go towards supporting the Old Barracks Museum and its mission.
Thursday, October 12th, 6-7:30pm
Robert W. Sands Jr. and Patricia E. Millen “Washington Crossing”
Robert Sands and Patricia Millen return to discuss their book which focuses on the historical site where General George Washington crossed the Delaware River with his Continental Army in 1776 to the Battle of Trenton.
Lectures will begin at 6 PM, followed by a Q&A and book signing. Admission is
free. Light refreshments will be available.
Copies of these titles are available for purchase in-store or at www.barracks.org. All proceeds go towards supporting the Old Barracks Museum and its mission.
All Barracks Eve is back!!
Join us for an evening of spooky seasonal fun at All Barracks Eve! On Friday, October 27th, enjoy cider and donuts around a bonfire while listening to chilling tales told by historically outfitted storytellers. Festivities begin at 5pm and will include living history demonstrations and kids' activities. Spooky stories will begin at 6pm.
Admission is $5 per person, children 5 and under are free. Tickets will be available for purchase on-site the evening of the event. For more information please visit www.barracks.org.
All proceeds from this event go to help support our mission of preservation and education. We look forward to seeing you soon!
Join us for an evening of spooky seasonal fun at All Barracks Eve! On Friday, October 27th, enjoy cider and donuts around a bonfire while listening to chilling tales told by historically outfitted storytellers. Festivities begin at 5pm and will include living history demonstrations and kids' activities. Spooky stories will begin at 6pm.
Admission is $5 per person, children 5 and under are free. Tickets will be available for purchase on-site the evening of the event. For more information please visit www.barracks.org.
All proceeds from this event go to help support our mission of preservation and education. We look forward to seeing you soon!
Ten Crucial Days Junior Historian Passport to History
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Kids, do you want to be a Time Traveler? Discover history at four sites in your own back yard and win a prize!
Mercer and Bucks Counties are rife with Revolutionary history. Now kids have the opportunity to fill a “Passport to History” with stamps from all four of the Ten Crucial Days sites. Those who fill their passport can win prizes, including free drink coupons from Wawa and free ice cream coupons at Uncle Eds in Pennington, NJ. Washington Crossing Historic Park of PA, Washington Crossing State Park of NJ, the Old Barracks in Trenton, and the Princeton Battlefield are thrilled to announce this collaboration to encourage kids to learn about the area’s rich history and enjoy our gorgeous parks! |
Old Barracks Awarded Grant for New Jersey Historical Commission
The New Jersey Historical Commission (NJHC) awarded 14 organizations across the state with Inclusive History Grant funds totaling $306,123.
The funds are meant for a variety of work across the disciplines of archeology, research, interpretive planning, and oral history. However, all projects will focus on uncovering, exploring, and presenting to the public, under-represented narratives in New Jersey history.
“Telling complex, diverse, and nuanced histories will continue to be a priority of the New Jersey History Commission, and this funding is an important next step to achieving that essential goal,” noted Secretary of State Tahesha Way. “These grants will support a wide range of disciplines and give our history stakeholders the tools to create and maximize the educational and programmatic impacts for diverse audiences ahead of, during, and in the aftermath of America’s upcoming 250th anniversary.” - Morristown Minute, Dec 2022
The funds are meant for a variety of work across the disciplines of archeology, research, interpretive planning, and oral history. However, all projects will focus on uncovering, exploring, and presenting to the public, under-represented narratives in New Jersey history.
“Telling complex, diverse, and nuanced histories will continue to be a priority of the New Jersey History Commission, and this funding is an important next step to achieving that essential goal,” noted Secretary of State Tahesha Way. “These grants will support a wide range of disciplines and give our history stakeholders the tools to create and maximize the educational and programmatic impacts for diverse audiences ahead of, during, and in the aftermath of America’s upcoming 250th anniversary.” - Morristown Minute, Dec 2022
We are proud to be amongst the recipients of this fantastic research grant from the New Jersey Historical Commission.
The Old Barracks Museum (OBM) is seeking a Research consultant to investigate Black
and Indigenous soldier participation during the Battle of Trenton. The findings will be
used in an upcoming OBM exhibit and other educational programming for the
celebration of the Semiquincentennial of the United States.
Click here for Request for Proposals
The Old Barracks Museum (OBM) is seeking a Research consultant to investigate Black
and Indigenous soldier participation during the Battle of Trenton. The findings will be
used in an upcoming OBM exhibit and other educational programming for the
celebration of the Semiquincentennial of the United States.
Click here for Request for Proposals
Connecting to the Revolution virtual field trips available!
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Travel to the Old Barracks Museum right from the convenience of your classroom. Students can journey back in time virtually and interactively engage in history with our Connecting to the Revolution program. These virtual field trips weave together live conversations with historical interpreters, videos, and images of artifacts to immerse your students in 18th century history at the Old Barracks. Combine multiple programs to expand your classroom all the way back to 1777, all without leaving the safety of your students' desks. Reserve your trip today! |
In-Person School Tours for Spring of 2023 are now available for groups of up to 40 visitors
Please contact Michelle at groups@barracks.org or 609-396-1776
Virtual Exhibits
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"The Coolest Museum in New Jersey"
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Winner: 2018 NJTV Tourism Tournament
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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.
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.
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.
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.