Washington Crossing
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Where history meets contemporary elegance.

The Washington Crossing Inn’s traditional colonial-style structure, featuring a faithfully preserved 1817 home, provides an elegant backdrop for your most celebrated of occasions. Ideal for business lunches or dinner with family and friends, afternoon and evening dining at Washington Crossing Inn offers a relaxing atmosphere, scenic views, and a seasonal menu created by our Executive Chef. We use the freshest ingredients available to create intense, flavorful continental cuisine with an American flair. The warm glow of our numerous fireplaces, classic yet cozy atmosphere, and lush outdoor Secret Garden and patio areas can offer the perfect setting for everything from your exchange of vows to hosting an unforgettable reception under the stars. Let us turn your special day into a historic event.

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  • Seasonal menus prepared with fresh and local ingredients
  • Thoughtfully selected wine list
  • Outdoor dining in our Secret Garden
  • Outdoor Garden Patio bar complete with 50” LCD TV
  • Host private events where up to 180 people can join in your celebration

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Private Events

Plan the perfect wedding day.

Experience 18th century charm blended with 21st century conveniences.

Looking for just the right location to mark a family milestone? Or perhaps, bring together hard-working colleagues in celebration of a job well done? Whatever the occasion, our event coordinators are here to assist with every detail, and to help craft a menu that’s just right for your special occasion. You’ll want to consider Washington Crossing Inn for:

  • Weddings
  • Engagement Parties
  • Rehearsal Dinners
  • Special Award or Retirement Dinners
  • New Product Launches
  • Bar & Bat Mitzvahs
  • Corporate Holiday Parties or Dinners
  • Anniversary, Birthday or Graduation Parties
  • Client Entertaining
  • Funeral Receptions

Step back in time and create unforgettable memories at the Washington Crossing Inn, a historic landmark nestled in the heart of Bucks County. Located near the scenic riverfront, conveniently one hour from New York City and Philadelphia, we provide an exceptional all-inclusive experience so that you may relax and enjoy the day. Our elegant ambiance, combined with exceptional service and a focus on detail, creates an unforgettable experience for you and your guests.

Indulge in our exquisite seasonal menus, crafted by our Executive Chef using the freshest ingredients available. Our culinary team takes pride in showcasing the flavors of the season, creating dishes that are both delicious and visually stunning. Whether you’re planning a wedding, corporate event, or intimate gathering, our versatile spaces and dedicated staff will ensure a seamless and memorable experience.

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Event Spaces

Indoor Spaces

The entire first floor of the Washington Crossing Inn is handicap accessible, with a restroom on the first floor as well. The handicap accessible ramp is located at the side door in the patio area and enters into the main indoor bar/Martha’s Vineyard room.

Outdoor Spaces

All outdoor reservations include an indoor room accommodation in case of inclement weather. Washington Crossing Inn will not service receptions outside in light of severe weather conditions. A weather decision must be made within three hours prior to the start time of the event. As long as the weather decision to move indoors is made before set up costs are incurred, you will not be charged the rental fee for the outdoor space. Outdoor rental fees are taxable.

  • Afternoon tea

    Afternoon tea

  • Banquet family style

    Banquet family style

  • Garden patio

    Garden patio

  • Library room

    Library room

  • Marthas vineyard

    Marthas vineyard

  • New chairs ballroom

    New chairs ballroom

  • Outdoor cocktails

    Outdoor cocktails

  • Parkside tent

    Parkside tent

  • Washington gardens

    Washington gardens

  • Wine cupboard

    Wine cupboard

About Us

From daring attack to hospitable acts, the site of our colonial style inn holds a significant place in America’s history.

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Inn History

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1776

The Famous Crossing

The Washington Crossing Inn adjoins the spot where General George Washington and his troops assembled before the historic crossing of the Delaware River on Christmas night in 1776. At this time, the McConkey family operated the ferry crossing and ran the ferry Inn, which had been built at the intersection of the present day River Road and Route 532 in the late 1750s. The McConkeys were instrumental in helping the Continental Army with its daring strategy. It is most likely General George Washington dined at the Ferry Inn before the crossing, and that Hessian officers captured during the battle were imprisoned there after Washington’s remarkable victory.

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1817

The Bernard Taylor Home

In 1777, the McConkey Family sold the Ferry Inn property to Benjamin Taylor III. It included 304 acres, all of what is known today as Washington Crossing. His son, Bernard, managed the ferry service, ran successful and established a fishery, while it thought that another son, Mahlon, ran the Ferry Inn. Bernard Taylor built the oldest part of the present day Washington Crossing Inn in 1817. The two story stone homestead consisted of a dining room and kitchen on the first floor and two bedrooms on the second. The kitchen’s large open hearth still exists today and serves as the focal point of the Inn’s restaurant, the Hearth Room. Taylor is thought to have constructed the remaining original section in 1840. Taylor ran the ferry until 1823. The first covered bridge was built in 1834, connecting what was called Taylorsville to the village of Titusville in New Jersey. The Taylor home and farm remained in the Taylor family for 100 years.

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2026

The Present Day Inn

In 1919, the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania created a park along the Delaware to commemorate the famous crossing by General George Washington and his troops in 1776. At this time, the name of the picturesque village was changed from Taylorsville to Washington Crossing. In the 1930s, the Haven family, who had been operating the Old Ferry Inn in the village, purchased the Taylor Family home. They renovated the home, constructed the colonial style addition that is now the present day lobby and ballroom. The original 1817 home was preserved as the inn’s public dining spaces: the Hearth Room and Covered Bridge Room. In 2009, brothers Dr. Eli Mordechai and Mr. Jerry Moradi purchased the inn to continue the tradition of the preserving the landmark of Bucks County hospitality.

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Managing Director Alex Bielanski

Alex Bielanski graduated with a Bachelor’s in Food and Agriculture from Regional College with Honors Distinctions in 1990. Upon graduation, Alex moved to the United States from Poland.

Alex has 19 years of experience in the hospitality business including having worked with Barturo’s Catering. A highlight of that experience was managing the cafeteria and galas for such high-profile clients such as Michael Bloomberg’s, Bloomberg’s Financial Market. And most recently in 2003, Alex transferred to Washington Crossing Inn. “Dedication and hard work are the foundations to understanding the needs of our customers.”

Executive Chef Wilson Barrera

Wilson Barrera has been at the Washington Crossing Inn for 12 years. Through hard work and a passion to learn, he has risen through the ranks from prep team, line cook, sous chef and now Executive Chef. He honed his culinary skills at various restaurants overseas prior to working at the Inn.

Wilson has a passion for cooking -- he loves to cook and create new cuisine. His specialty is baking cakes, creating specialty desserts and pastries. His leadership, teamwork and culinary skills bring the very best to the Washington Crossing Inn.

Banquet Manager Christina Clawges

Christina Clawges is a Temple University Graduate, where she obtained her Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing with a minor in Tourism and Hospitality Management.

Before joining the team, she was the Floral Designer at Marrazzo’s Manor Lane Florist, preceded by experience in formal wear sales; making her well-rounded in all things event/wedding related. At the Inn, she manages preliminary and day-of coordination for all weddings and events, as well as overseeing the Banquet Department.

Outside of the Inn, Christina loves planning celebrations for friends and family, photography, and spoiling her dog, Bruno.

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Phone 215.493.3634

Fax 215.493.3094

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P.O. Box 2
1295 General Washington Mem Blvd
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