Mill Hill in Trenton in Mercer County, New Jersey — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Washington Crossing the Delaware
Photographed By Gary Nigh, December 2007
1. Washington Crossing the Delaware - pedestal back
This statue which was carved in Italy, and was first exhibited at the Centennial Exposition was purchased and presented to the city by the Mayor, the Common Council and other officials of the City of Trenton, in the year 1889
This pedestal was erected by the Jr.O.U.A.M. and presented to the City of Trenton, October 18th 1892.
Accepted by his honor, Daniel J. Bechtel, Mayor of the City of Trenton, on behalf of the city and the park commission.”
"Park Commissioners, W. Holt Apgar, President. John J. Cleary, Henry F. Smith, Jonathan Coxon Sr., Charles J. Woerner.
Enterprise Council No. 6 • Mercer Council No. 50 • Commodore Perry Council No. 80 • Nathan Hale Council No. 89 • Trenton Council No. 90 • Century Council No. 100
Erected 1892 by (see Marker Inscription).
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: War, US Revolutionary • Waterways & Vessels. A significant historical date for this entry is October 18, 1892.
Location. 40° 13.113′ N, 74° 45.686′ W. Marker is in Trenton, New Jersey, in Mercer County. It is in Mill Hill. Marker is on South Montgomery Street. These markers are on the pedestal on a statue of George Washington Crossing the Delaware that sits in the center of Douglass Plaza.
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Mill Hill Playhouse (a few steps from this marker); Mill Hill Historic District (a few steps from this marker); The Alexander Douglass House (within shouting distance of this marker); Alexander Douglass House on the Move (within shouting distance of this marker); Jackson Street Bridge (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); First High School (about 700 feet away); Trenton YMCA (about 700 feet away); Mill Hill Park (about 700 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Trenton.
More about this marker. This staute was originally in Cadwalader Park, but was moved here in the early 1970's when the Douglass House was moved to a nearby site, Douglass Plaza was created, and Mill Hill Park was opened behind the houses facing the statue. This was done to commemorate the American Bicentennial and Trenton's part in the Revolution.
Photographed By Gary Nigh, December 2007
2. Washington Crossing the Delaware - pedestal front
Photographed By Gary Nigh, December 2007
3. Washington Crossing the Delaware - pedestal left side
Photographed By Gary Nigh, December 2007
4. Washington Crossing the Delaware - pedestal right side
Photographed By Gary Nigh, December 2007
5. Washington Crossing the Delaware Marker
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, December 27, 2014
6. Closeup of Washington Crossing the Delaware Statue
Photographed By Gary Nigh, December 2007
7. Douglass Plaza and the Mill Hill Historic District
Seen from the rear the Statue of Washington is on the right, the Mill Hill Playhouse is behind it and the Douglass House is on the left. The (back of the) Mill Hill Historic District marker is in the foreground in front of the statue.
Credits. This page was last revised on February 16, 2023. It was originally submitted on December 13, 2007, by Gary Nigh of Trenton, New Jersey. This page has been viewed 1,549 times since then and 58 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on December 13, 2007, by Gary Nigh of Trenton, New Jersey. 6. submitted on December 27, 2014, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey. 7. submitted on December 13, 2007, by Gary Nigh of Trenton, New Jersey. • Kevin W. was the editor who published this page.
