Red Bank Battlefield Photo Gallery

Red Bank Battlefield also known as Fort Mercer is one of the most historical places in West Deptford. The battle of Red Bank started on October 22, 1777 and it later became a historical site because the Continental army, which was outnumbered by the Hessians, was able to defend the fort and defeat the Hessians as well. The James and Ann Whitall House served as a hospital helping injured soldiers on both sides. The park is open year-round from sunrise to sunset (expect for Christmas and New Year’s). The James and Ann Whitall House is open seasonally, from April through mid-October, mostly on Thursdays through Sunday, from 1pm to 4pm. There are many things to do besides touring the Whitall House including walking the trails, fishing, enjoying a picnic (there are picnic tables), and the playground (for children). You can walk around the trail and learn the history of the battlefield because there are wooden plaques that educate you about the battle, the fort, the casualties, the aftermath, the soldiers, and the medicinal garden. Every December, Red Bank Battlefield hosts a candlelight tour. They usually pick a theme and you get a chance to tour the house even though its closed during the off-season. They also provide cookies and hot chocolate after you tour the house. This year the candlelight tours are on December 9 and December 10. I have gone there a couple of times and it is very awesome! I absolutely love it and I’m always excited to go when December comes around. One year they decorate a Christmas tree and it was very beautiful and breathtaking. If you’re not busy from Christmas shopping or decorating, I suggest you try to go on one or both days. Its always fun and the tour is not long at all. You can like Red Bank Battlefield on Facebook or follow them on Twitter for more information or about upcoming events.

The front of the Whitall House at Red Bank Battlefield

Tourists walking on one of the trail at Red Bank Battlefield.It was a beautiful fall afternoon. It was 57 degrees and a little windy. Always bring a light jacket with you because its an open field and right on the Delaware Rive, which makes it a little colder

One of the many wooden plaques at Red Bank Battlefield educating the public about the historical significance of the battlefield

The Fort Mercer statue facing the Delaware River

The back side of the Whitall House

The Whitall House Museum sign just in front of the walkway to the front door

A replica of a canon used at the Battle of Red Bank

The front door of the Whitall House

The beautiful Delaware River in the afternoon. You can walk and fish along the river

The amazing Philadelphia skyline just across the Delaware River