
Honor America’s Founding by Preserving the Place Where It Began
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
River Edge NJ, as fireworks light up the sky this July 4th, there’s no better way to honor the birth of American independence than by supporting a historic project right here in Bergen County, New Jersey. The Bergen County Historical Society invites you to help build a new 3,750-square-foot museum and visitor center at Historic New Bridge Landing, one of the most significant Revolutionary War sites in the state.
🏛️ A Home for History: The New Visitor Center at Historic New Bridge Landing
New Bridge Landing isn’t just a scenic landmark—it’s hallowed ground in the story of American democracy. It’s where George Washington crossed the Hackensack River, where patriots gathered, and where freedom took root during the dark days of the Revolution.
Now, with construction expected to begin Fall 2024, we are close to our goal of building a permanent 3,750 sq. ft. museum and visitor center that will:
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Serve as the gateway to our 13-acre landmark site
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House interactive exhibits and artifacts from the colonial and Revolutionary eras
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Feature environmentally controlled storage, ADA-compliant facilities, and multi-purpose spaces for events, educational programming, and research
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Celebrate not only the fight for independence, but also the rich Jersey Dutch history, and the often-overlooked stories of Indigenous people, enslaved individuals, free Black people, and indentured servants
🔔 Why This Project Matters
This isn’t just a building—it’s a legacy project. As we approach the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution in 2026, the new museum will provide a space to educate, inspire, and unite generations of visitors.
Your support helps preserve a site that:
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Served as George Washington’s headquarters in 1780
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Played a crucial role in both military strategy and local life
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Has been protected for decades by the passionate work of the Bergen County Historical Society
💡 How You Can Help
We’re within reach of our fundraising goal—but we can’t do it without community support. Whether you’re a history enthusiast, a Bergen County resident, or a patriotic American, your donation helps bring this vital piece of history to life.
📅 Construction begins: Fall 2024
📍 Location: Historic New Bridge Landing, River Edge, NJ
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Celebrate this Independence Day by making history — literally. Help us build a home where America’s story can be told for generations to come.