MORRISVILLE, PA., May 30, 2026 - The Washington Crossing Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution (WCDAR), will dedicate a Kay Parris Magnolia tree during a ceremony taking place at 11:00 a.m. during the Living History Festival at Historic Summerseat in Morrisville. The ceremonial planting will serve as a living legacy that connects the community’s past to its future while honoring America’s 250th birthday.

Held on the grounds of Historic Summerseat, the Living History Festival will bring together visitors for a day of colonial era interpretation, educational activities, and community celebration. The magnolia tree dedication adds a meaningful commemorative moment to the festival by creating a lasting tribute on one of Bucks County’s most historically important properties.

Summerseat holds a distinguished place in Revolutionary history. The house served as General George Washington’s headquarters from December 8 to 14, 1776, during the critical days leading up to the crossing of the Delaware River and the first Battle of Trenton. It was also later owned by two signers of the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution, Robert Morris and George Clymer, making it a rare site directly connected to the nation’s founding. While staying at Summerseat, Washington is said to have issued the directive that all boats and watercraft be secured or destroyed in preparation for the daring Christmas night crossing of the Delaware.

The tree selected by the chapter is the Kay Parris Magnolia, an evergreen known for its glossy leaves and fragrant creamy-white blossoms that appear throughout the summer. Magnolia flowers have long symbolized endurance, perseverance and splendid beauty, qualities that echo the ideals the nation’s founders envisioned for the country and that continue to inspire Americans today.

Through this dedication, the WCDAR, and Historic Summerseat invite the public to reflect on the enduring meaning of America’s founding and to participate in a community celebration rooted in remembrance, education, and patriotism. Summerseat is located at 130 Legion Ave., Morrisville, PA 19067

Nearby Communities

State Edition

National Edition

Education Voters' Call to Action for Public Education

Education Voters' Call to Action for Public Education

GlaxoSmithKline's Science in the Summer

GlaxoSmithKline's Science in the Summer

Sleep Apnea in Adults and Children

Sleep Apnea in Adults and Children

Holy Redeemer Support at Home Training Information Session

Holy Redeemer Support at Home Training Information Session

Family Connections Genealogy Classes

Family Connections Genealogy Classes

FREE VACCINE CLINICS FOR SCHOOL-AGED KIDS

FREE VACCINE CLINICS FOR SCHOOL-AGED KIDS

Register for Women's Weight Loss Accountability Team

Register for Women's Weight Loss Accountability Team

Southern Tier Beer Dinner @ Unos

Southern Tier Beer Dinner @ Unos

Neshaminy Girls Lacrosse Team Chick-Fil-A

Neshaminy Girls Lacrosse Team Chick-Fil-A

Math in the Summer

Math in the Summer

Family Fun Bingo Night

Family Fun Bingo Night

NHS Jazz Festival

NHS Jazz Festival

Neshaminy High School "Welcome Spring" Concert

Neshaminy High School "Welcome Spring" Concert

Nina's II Night

Nina's II Night

Friendly's Night

Friendly's Night

MATERNITY BVM GRADE SCHOOL CLASS OF 1984 27 ½ YEAR REUNION

MATERNITY BVM GRADE SCHOOL CLASS OF 1984 27 ½ YEAR REUNION

Call to Action for Public Education

Call to Action for Public Education

Sharpen Your Edge Seminar

Sharpen Your Edge Seminar

BIGGEST LOSER Feasterville

BIGGEST LOSER Feasterville

Wine & Chocolate for Lovers

Wine & Chocolate for Lovers

Champagne for Lovers

Champagne for Lovers

Pairing Wine and Dessert

Pairing Wine and Dessert

Pairing Wine and Cheese

Pairing Wine and Cheese

Pairing Wine and Cheese

Pairing Wine and Cheese

Food & Wine Pairing

Food & Wine Pairing

ABC's of Wine Tasting

ABC's of Wine Tasting

Kindergarten Information Night at Breezy Point Day School

Kindergarten Information Night at Breezy Point Day School

Lower Southampton Elementary Family Bingo Night

Lower Southampton Elementary Family Bingo Night

Medicare Meeting

Medicare Meeting

State Legislative Forum on Education Budget in PA

State Legislative Forum on Education Budget in PA

Meggie Anton, Author's Talk

Meggie Anton, Author's Talk

Germantown Academy Open House

Germantown Academy Open House

How Acupuncture can help with symptoms of Stress

How Acupuncture can help with symptoms of Stress

Holistic Health Open House

Holistic Health Open House

Joseph Ferderbar Fall Decorating Day

Joseph Ferderbar Fall Decorating Day

Lower Southampton Elementary Family Picnic

Lower Southampton Elementary Family Picnic

Joseph Ferderbar's Fabulous Fall Fair

Joseph Ferderbar's Fabulous Fall Fair

5 Things - Blogging

5 Things - Blogging

Decadent Desserts