WASHINGTON CROSSING, PA — Washington Crossing Historic Park is extending its Independence Day Celebration fundraising campaign through June 10, the park has announced.
The park is hoping to raise $75,000 in support of its Fourth of July celebration featuring live music, family activities, living history experiences and a fireworks display.
The Gene and Marlene Epstein Foundation has pledged to match all donations up to $10,000 through June 10, doubling the impact of every contribution.
"We all need to support this tremendous event that is open to everybody from Buck County," said Gene Epstein in joining the park in announcing the campaign extension.
“I think of all the years that we have lived here in Bucks County and how the park has been instrumental in bringing individuals and communities together,” said Epstein. “It’s our time to support this incredible resource. We encourage everyone to give what they can and are proud to match donations dollar for dollar, up to $10,000.”
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Designed as a free community-wide celebration of America250, the Independence Day event at the park is intended to create a meaningful space for residents and visitors to commemorate the historic milestone year.
The expanded celebration builds on the park’s role in local, state, and national Semiquincentennial initiatives, including participation with Bucks250PA, America250PA, and America250. The Friends of Washington Crossing Historic Park continues to serve as a gathering place for educational programming and community engagement tied to the nation’s 250th anniversary.
Throughout 2026, the organization will host major events and initiatives designed to bring new audiences into the story of America’s founding and Washington’s Crossing.
“As we prepare for the 250th anniversary, we are creating a space for our community to come together and celebrate in a truly meaningful way,” said Jennifer Martin, Executive Director of the Friends group. “This moment is an opportunity to honor the legacy of the Crossing while bringing people together, inspiring the next generation, and recognizing
the generous support of donors and partners who help make this work possible.”
Visitors attending the Independence Day Celebration can expect a full evening of activities inspired by July 4, 1776, including Revolutionary War encampments, traditional craft demonstrations, dramatic readings of the Declaration of Independence, family activities, and interactive educational experiences designed to encourage civic engagement and historical exploration.
The celebration, to be held from 4 to 9:30 p.m, is expected to feature live music along the Delaware River and a large-scale fireworks display, reminiscent of the park’s popular shows from previous years.
Early support has already been provided by Colonel Level Supporters, including Crown Holdings and The First National Bank & Trust Company of Newtown, helping build momentum around the initiative. Community support remains essential as planning continues.
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