Experience Princeton and the Princeton Heritage Tourism Committee, in acknowledgment of the pivotal role Princeton played in the early days of our country, have established this website to celebrate this year’s 250th anniversary of the founding of America. Together, we will be highlighting the many Princeton events honoring the anniversary, planning special historic tours and much more. Bookmark this page and check back throughout the year as we celebrate!

Princeton 250 Calendar of Events

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Guided Princeton Five Star Shameless Name Dropping Tour

On this picturesque 3-mile active and upbeat walk with the Princeton Tour Company, you’ll learn the fascinating history of Princeton University and the town's legendary movers and shakers.

1:00 p.m.

116 Nassau St.

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History/Nature Hike at Institute Woods

Join the Historical Society of Princeton on a hike through the treasured Institute Woods to explore bits of history, as well as the sites and sounds that form this unique and serene setting.

4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Princeton Battlefield parking lot, 500 Mercer St.

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Guided Princeton Five Star Shameless Name Dropping Tour

On this picturesque 3-mile active and upbeat walk with the Princeton Tour Company, you’ll learn the fascinating history of Princeton University and the town's legendary movers and shakers.

1:00 p.m.

116 Nassau St.

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Guided Princeton Five Star Shameless Name Dropping Tour

On this picturesque 3-mile active and upbeat walk with the Princeton Tour Company, you’ll learn the fascinating history of Princeton University and the town's legendary movers and shakers.

1:00 p.m.

116 Nassau St.

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Princeton and the American Revolution

In anticipation of the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, this talk covers highlights of the Revolutionary War, culminating in the Battle of Princeton on January 3, 1777.

6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Updike Farmstead, 354 Quaker Road

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Guided Princeton Five Star Shameless Name Dropping Tour

On this picturesque 3-mile active and upbeat walk with the Princeton Tour Company, you’ll learn the fascinating history of Princeton University and the town's legendary movers and shakers.

1:00 p.m.

116 Nassau St.

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Young Patriots Day at Princeton Battlefield State Park

Young Patriot’s Day offers an immersive experience in 18th-century life—perfect for children, families, and history lovers of all ages.

11:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

500 Mercer St.

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Guided Princeton Five Star Shameless Name Dropping Tour

On this picturesque 3-mile active and upbeat walk with the Princeton Tour Company, you’ll learn the fascinating history of Princeton University and the town's legendary movers and shakers.

1:00 p.m.

116 Nassau St.

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OCT
4

Guided Princeton Five Star Shameless Name Dropping Tour

On this picturesque 3-mile active and upbeat walk with the Princeton Tour Company, you’ll learn the fascinating history of Princeton University and the town's legendary movers and shakers.

1:00 p.m.

116 Nassau St.

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OCT
11

Guided Princeton Five Star Shameless Name Dropping Tour

On this picturesque 3-mile active and upbeat walk with the Princeton Tour Company, you’ll learn the fascinating history of Princeton University and the town's legendary movers and shakers.

1:00 p.m.

116 Nassau St.

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OCT
18

Guided Princeton Five Star Shameless Name Dropping Tour

On this picturesque 3-mile active and upbeat walk with the Princeton Tour Company, you’ll learn the fascinating history of Princeton University and the town's legendary movers and shakers.

1:00 p.m.

116 Nassau St.

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OCT
25

Guided Princeton Five Star Shameless Name Dropping Tour

On this picturesque 3-mile active and upbeat walk with the Princeton Tour Company, you’ll learn the fascinating history of Princeton University and the town's legendary movers and shakers.

1:00 p.m.

116 Nassau St.

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Princeton Heritage Tourism Committee Members

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