The Old Barracks Museum in downtown Trenton was struck by a large falling tree on Thursday, Aug. 11.
The accident has resulted in several broken windows, roof damage, and mangled gutters.
Barracks officials say the staff is working with the State of New Jersey for emergency building stabilization and are unsure when the repairs will be complete and the building reopened.
While the Old Barracks Association (OBA) operates the museum, the building is owned and maintained by the State of New Jersey.
The Old Barracks Museum preserves the history of a building that was built as a French and Indian War military barracks and used as a Revolutionary War hospital. It also stood witness to Washington’s crucial victory at the Battle of Trenton.
At the beginning of the 20th century, members of the Daughters of the American Revolution and the Colonial Dames organized The Old Barracks Association and spearheaded a campaign to purchase the building.
The building has been used as a museum for over a century, and has frequently been used as a symbol for the state of New Jersey. The Old Barracks Museum welcomes visitors from across the state as well as around the world.
