Revolutionary Crossroads upcoming Events for 4th of July!

Celebrate Independence in Revolutionary New Jersey

There's no better place to celebrate a historic Independence Day than New Jersey! Beyond the amazing fireworks, several sites around the state will host events with a distinctly Revolutionary flair.

Head to New Brunswick for a reenactment of the first celebration of Independence Day, the reopening of Buccleuch Mansion and more, all part of Middlesex County's eight-day long Revolutionary Celebration.

Cheer along as the Declaration of Independence is read at a historic site, whether an old favorite or a site you've been meaning to explore. Readings are being done at many public sites including the Morristown Green, the Indian King Tavern in Haddonfield, Fort Lee Historic Park, Washington Crossing State Park in Titusville, Ringwood Manor, and Washington Campground at Bound Brook.

Celebrate the Fourth of July and freedom of the press at Potter's Tavern in Bridgeton, and discover how patriots risked charges of treason while publishing a pro-independence newspaper!

Potter's Tavern
49-51 West Broad StreetBridgeton, NJ 08302

Open on Sundays in July 1 PM - 4 PM
For more information call 856-455-8580

Potter's Tavern was a popular meeting place just before the Revolution due to its proximity to the Cumberland County Courthouse. As revolutionary sentiment spread through the colonies, the humble tavern, then the principal hostelry in this County Seat, became "Bridgeton's Independence Hall. "

In 1775 at Christmas time, patriots published a manuscript newspaper called The Plain Dealer at Potter's Tavern in Cohansey Bridge. Dedicated to the cause of liberty, it in the strongest terms for separation from the Crown rule. Matthew Potter, tavern keeper, risking a charge of treason, thus became one of the unsung heroes of the Revolution. Some of the leading citizens who wrote articles included Dr. Jonathan Elmer, Dr. Lewis Howell, Richard Howell and Joseph Bloomfield. The latter two became governors of New Jersey.

Architecturally, the Tavern is an excellent example of the type of frame house built in New Jersey during the 17th and 18th century.

Sorry, the links don't work - I copied this notice from an e-mail, but you can google any of these sites for more info!

Happy Trails!

Jo Ann

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