With approximately 750,000 visitors annually, Washington Crossing Historic Park preserves the site where George Washington crossed the Delaware River on Christmas night in 1776 and turned the tide of the Revolutionary War. Situated in Washington Crossing, Pennsylvania, the park’s two sections offer recreational opportunities and cultural history experiences alike.
Scope
To improve visitor navigation, 106 Group collaborated with Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (PA DCNR) to plan and design a cohesive wayfinding system, assessing conditions across both the Upper and Lower park sections and determining where informational, directional, or orientation/interpretive signage was needed at approximately 75 locations. Two sign style options were created, and the chosen approach was applied across a family of sign types in a range of sizes and forms.
Outcome
106 Group delivered print-ready design files and project documentation suitable for use as a fundraising resource, establishing the foundation for visible and effective wayfinding at Washington Crossing Historic Park. Automotive and pedestrian directionals guide visitors between park sections and at key junctions, while future signage near the Visitor Center and within the Upper Park will clarify entry routes and introduce consistent place naming, helping visitors more easily understand where they are and navigate the park. Together, these improvements create a clear, cohesive system that enhances the overall visitor experience.
