April Speaker Series Guest Speaker:
Samantha Allison
April 13, 2026, 5pm
Parry Barn - Upstairs in the Conference room
- must use stairs - NO elevator
On April 13, historian Samantha Allison will spotlight the overlooked women who followed the Continental Army during the American Revolution—laundering, mending, nursing, crafting supplies, selling goods, and caring for families in the heart of military encampments.
Allison, a specialist in early American military life and civilian experiences, recently contributed to Ken Burns’ upcoming The American Revolution documentary and appeared in two 2025 PBS Treasures of New Jersey episodes. Her work brings depth, humanity, and fresh insight to the lives of those who supported the fight for independence behind the lines.
Bringing the Spring House Back to Life
A historic restoration made possible by generous support
Thanks to the generosity of our donors and sponsors, restoration of the Spring House is now underway. The skilled woodworkers of the Galinus Carpentry —Justin, Dan, and Nick—are carefully and thoughtfully bringing this historic structure back to life. Their craftsmanship ensures that the Spring House will be preserved and enjoyed by visitors for years to come.
About Us
The New Hope Historical Society maintains the Parry Mansion and affiliated structures and brings the history of New Hope to life by connecting past, present, and future through archives, collections, research, education and community programs.
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We have recently updated our website to provide a more engaging experience to members, visitors, donors, or those who want to be educated on the history of New Hope. It should be easier to contact us, join as a member, purchase tickets to events, or donate to the New Hope Historical Society. Over the next several months, we'll be adding our calendar of events, plus additional photos, and information from our archives.
In the meantime, make sure to visit the New Hope Historical Society, take a tour of the Parry Mansion, or take a walking tour of our town.
We hope to see you soon.
