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2019 Christmas Day Crossing Of Delaware River: Details, Forecast
The 67th annual Christmas Day crossing event will take place Wednesday at Washington Crossing Historic Park.
WASHINGTON CROSSING, PA – The 67th annual Christmas Day crossing event will take place Wednesday from noon to 3 p.m. at Washington Crossing Historic Park.
The actual crossing will happen at approximately 1 p.m.
During the event, hundreds of reenactors in Continental military garb will listen to an inspiring speech by "George Washington" and then row across the river in replica Durham boats.
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The Christmas Day crossing event is free but is contingent upon safe conditions for participants. However, even if conditions do not allow for crossing, ceremonies, speeches and commemorative activities will still take place.
As of Monday, the forecast for Wednesday looks good: Mostly sunny skies with a high near 47 is predicted.
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Last year's Christmas Day crossing was canceled due to high river levels.
Washington Crossing Historic Park is located at Rts. 532 and 32 (River Road) in Upper Makefield Township. For more information, go to WashingtonCrossingPark.org.
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