Adventure Brief
Explore a Revolutionary War-era stone house in New Hope, Pennsylvania. Discover its role as an encampment and hospital with a private guided tour.
1–1.5 hours
easy
Family Friendly
No Experience Required
Explore a Revolutionary War-era stone house in New Hope, Pennsylvania. Discover its role as an encampment and hospital with a private guided tour.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1–1.5 hours
Fitness Level
Minimal physical effort required; suitable for all fitness levels including seniors and children.
Wildlife
History
Thompson-Neely House served as a military hospital and encampment during the Revolutionary War, integral to Washington's crossing strategy.
Conservation
The Friends of Washington Crossing Park actively preserve the house and surrounding grounds, promoting sustainable tourism and historical education.
Friends of Washington Crossing Park
Explore a Revolutionary War-era stone house in New Hope, Pennsylvania. Discover its role as an encampment and hospital with a private guided tour.
Friends of Washington Crossing Park connects visitors with the history and landscapes of Washington Crossing Historic Park in Washington Crossing, Pennsylvania. The organization facilitates guided experiences across more than 500 acres of parkland, including the Thompson-Neely House, the Thompson-Neely grist mill, Bowman's Hill Tower, and programs that interpret George Washington's actions during the Ten Crucial Days.
The Thompson-Neely House Tour highlights a stone structure built between 1740 and 1788, notable for serving as an encampment for Lord Stirling's Brigade and functioning as a regimental hospital. The Thompson-Neely Grist Mill experience pairs historic farm interpretation with the house and grounds to illustrate 18th‑century life. Bowman's Hill Tower invites visitors to climb 125 stairs to panoramic views extending up to 14 miles along the Delaware River and Bucks County countryside.
A Preserve and Tower Combination Ticket offers access to Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve and the tower in one purchase. The Traversing the Ten Crucial Days Bus Tour follows George Washington's maneuvers from December 25, 1776, to January 3, 1777, with expert interpreters recounting battles and local history.
Interpretive tours, preserved historic buildings, and managed natural areas provide layered learning opportunities for families, history enthusiasts, and school groups. Information is presented through tours and ticketed experiences that emphasize documented dates, structures, and landscapes, enabling visitors to explore verified historical sites and scenic vantage points within Washington Crossing Historic Park. All tours and experiences take place on park properties in Washington Crossing, Pennsylvania, with multiple on-site access points throughout the historic park grounds nearby.
Park Area
500+ acres
Historic landscapes and trails
Historic Structures
Thompson-Neely House (1740–1788)
Stone house with documented Revolutionary use
Tower Views
14-mile panorama
Climb 125 stairs for scenic vistas
Ten Crucial Days
Dec 25 – Jan 3
Follow Washington's 1776–1777 maneuvers
Reserve tickets for Thompson-Neely House tours, the Preserve & Tower combination, or the Ten Crucial Days Bus Tour and experience documented Revolutionary War sites.
Wear Comfortable Footwear
The historic site includes uneven stone flooring and grassy outdoor areas, so wear sturdy shoes to navigate comfortably.
Bring a Water Bottle
Stay hydrated during your tour, especially in warm months, as there are no refreshment stalls on-site.
Photography Allowed
Feel free to take photos, but avoid using flash inside to protect historic artifacts.
Check Tour Availability in Advance
Tours run on a schedule and have limited capacity; booking ahead is recommended to secure your spot.
Comfortable Walking Shoes
To safely navigate stone floors and grassy areas throughout the year.
Water Bottle
Staying hydrated is important during warm summer tours.
summer
Light Rain Jacket
Spring showers are common, so a rain jacket can keep you dry.
spring
Camera or Smartphone
Capture the historic structure and scenic grounds during your visit.