Celebrating the 250^th Anniversary of the American Revolution in Bergen County!

The Bergen250 initiative aims to commemorate the 250^th anniversary of the American Revolution through Bergen County’s diverse lens of people, places, and culture. 

Bergen County is unique as the American Revolution began in New Jersey at the shores of the Palisades Cliffs with George Washington and his army’s retreat across the Jerseys in November – December 1776.  During that time, both the Continental and British army marched through what is now Fort Lee, Englewood, Teaneck, New Milford, River Edge, and Hackensack. 

In September 1778, the Baylor Massacre in present day River Vale took place.

1781 saw the Continental and French armies marching south to Yorktown, Virginia on present-day Route 202 in Mahwah and Oakland.

Through the joint efforts of Bergen County’s historic sites, schools, libraries, community groups, and local businesses, just like the efforts of a people seeking independence, our goal is to promote our 250 years of history through education, engagement, conversation, and tourism.  We look forward to celebrating with you!

About Us

The Bergen250 initiative is spearheaded by the Division of Cultural & Historic Affairs, located within the Bergen County Department of Parks.

Through the support of Bergen County Executive James J. Tedesco, III and the Bergen County Board of Commissioners, we are able to provide quality programming related to Bergen County’s rich Revolutionary War history.