Thompson-Neely Grist Mill Historic Restoration
Family Travel, Pennsylvania Travel
Thompson-Neely Grist Mill

Visiting the 18th Century During a recent visit to Washington Crossing Pennslyvania, I had the privilege of touring an 18th-century grist mill. The Thompson-Neely Grist Mill historic restoration is currently ongoing thanks to Glenn Blakely and the Washington Crossing Historic Park. Mr. Blakely is a local businessman who has financially supported and volunteered countless hours working on the restorations. Today, the Mill is a functioning engineering marvel. Revolutionary War Era...

Visiting Revolutionary War Era Sites in PA and NJ
Family Travel, New Jersey Travel, Pennsylvania Travel

Revolutionary Era Historical Sites Growing up near Revolutionary-era historical sites was ideal for this history fan. General Washington’s Delaware River crossing on Christmas night in 1776, The Battle of Trenton, and the Battle of Princeton took place in and around my childhood stomping grounds. Families with history buffs will love visiting Revolutionary War Era sites in PA and NJ. New Jersey was the Crossroads of the Revolution. The PA and...