Museum Events

The Old Barracks Museum hosts a variety of exciting events throughout the year, from our renowned Battles of Trenton Reenactments during the annual Trenton Patriots Week to special programs and activities held year-round. Explore our upcoming events below.

2025 Battles of Trenton Reenactments

Battles of Trenton Reenactments

The Battle Reenactments are free to attend. The Museum has a reduced admission of $5 for all day reentry. When are the battle reenactments? This year the battles are on December 27, 2025. The first battle reenactment starts at 11 am at the Battle of Trenton Monument. The second battle reenactment starts at 3 pm […]

“The Trouble With Trenton” ​Puppet Show

Partiot’s Week
Warren Street Plaza W Hanover St, Trenton

Saturday, December 27 Shows at 12 PM & 2 PM At Warren Street Plaza - Corner of Hanover Street and Warren Street A "mini" historical look at some amazing American history presented with marionettes and rod puppets - and lots of help from the audience! The free show includes live music, large puppets and props, […]

Bricks & History: The Battle of Trenton

Historic Trenton Masonic Temple 100 Barrack Street, Trenton

On December 27th, come watch the Battle of Trenton reconstructed with figures from modular building bricks at the Historic Trenton Masonic Temple at 1:00 PM. James Domalewski, historical interpreter at the Old Barracks Museum, will lead a block-based overview of the battle, including who was here, where the battle happened, and what happened to the […]