Patriots Week Events at the Old Barracks Museum
Patriots Week, a beloved celebration of Trenton’s revolutionary role in America’s history, makes its return this year with a full itinerary! The Old Barracks Museum is pleased to bring back the Colonial Ball, the Battles of Trenton Reenactments, and Puppet Shows.
The Colonial Ball will take place on Friday, December 29th, at 7pm. It will be held at the Masonic Temple, across the street from the museum. This is your opportunity to be whisked away to the past while you mingle and dance with the soldiers of the Battles of Trenton. Period dress is neither required nor discouraged, refreshments will be served. Tickets are $40 for non-members, $35 for members and must be purchased in advance. Tickets will not be available at the door.
The Battles of Trenton Reenactments will be held on Saturday, December 30th. The first reenactment will take place at 11am at the Battle Monument, the second will begin at 3pm in Mill Hill Park. Come to the museum to watch and follow the soldiers as they march out to fight on the original battlefields. These events are rain or shine and are free to attend.
“The Trouble with Trenton” interactive puppet shows, presented by Tuckers Tales, will also be held on Saturday, December 30th at 12pm and 2pm at Warren Street Plaza. The puppet shows are a “mini” historical look at American history and are free to attend.
From December 27th through December 30th, the Old Barracks Museum will be offering discounted admission. Open 10am-5pm, admission will be $5 per person, free for children 5 and under as well as Active Duty Military. Musket demonstrations will take place at 1pm daily and are included with entry fee.
To purchase tickets and learn more, please visit https://www.barracks.org/patriots-week.
