The Abbott Marshlands has a rich cultural legacy that is featured in this year’s series of programs. These are provided by experts and include:
A walk along the D&R Canal lock 1; display of Bonaparte memorabilia at the Bordentown Historical Museum; Shad for the family- role of shad for native Americans and Colonists, and practice making cordage and other skills needed by fishermen; a walk at Point Breeze once home of Joseph and Charles Lucien Bonaparte; and tours of the Watson House (1708). All are free except ‘Discover the American Shad’.
Details about the programs and the schedule can be found at www.abbottmarshlands.org (find under Noteworthy). Questions: info@abbottmarshlands.org. Friends for the Abbott Marshlands work, in partnership with D&R Greenway Land Trust, toward supporting stewardship, preservation, and protection of Marshlands, which are located between Hamilton, Trenton, and Bordentown.