On Christmas night, 1776, Washington's army crossed the Delaware. The orders that made it possible were written here.
Most people drive past the General Greene Inn without knowing what happened there. In December 1776 — when the American Revolution was nearly lost — this building was the headquarters of Major General Nathanael Greene, one of George Washington's most trusted commanders.
From this very site, Greene issued written orders for the Durham boats to be moved to McConkey's Ferry. Those flat-bottomed boats carried Washington's army across the icy Delaware River on Christmas night. The surprise victory at Trenton that followed turned the tide of the war.
The building has stood at the intersection of Old York Road and Durham Road since 1752. It is recognized by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission with an official historical marker. Buckingham Township has described it as "arguably one of the most important historic buildings in Bucks County."
Official historical marker erected at the site, recognizing the Inn's documented role in the American Revolution and Washington's Christmas crossing of the Delaware River.
"America must raise an empire of permanent duration, supported upon the grand pillars of Truth, Freedom, and Religion, encouraged by the smiles of Justice and defended by her own patriotic sons."
The General Greene Inn is not a restaurant, a bar, or a hotel. It is a place where civic-minded leaders across business, education, law, healthcare, the arts, and public service come together around a common purpose.
Inspired by Thomas Jefferson's tradition at Monticello — intimate gatherings where a single substantive question anchors the evening and every voice at the table is heard. Conversations that cross the usual boundaries of industry and background.
Members are united not by ideology, but by character. Citizens who show up — who build relationships, who take responsibility for the communities they call home. A republic requires keeping. That work begins here.
For too long, this extraordinary landmark has sat dormant. Its restoration is both a physical act — bricks and mortar, Mansard roof and wide-plank floors — and a civic one. A commitment to the history this community has been entrusted with.
Charter Founding Members are the men and women whose early belief made this restoration possible. The tiers are named after the numbers that shaped the founding of America. Once all 98 spots are filled, this tier closes permanently.
Jeff brings over 30 years of Wall Street experience from Merrill Lynch and Eventide Asset Management, with deep expertise across investment management and business building.
His wife Donna is a direct descendant of Henry Jamison — the very man who opened this tavern in 1752. Together, they built and operate the Inn at Fox Briar Farm. For them, restoring the General Greene Inn is not merely a business venture. It is a homecoming.
Bob is a West Point graduate, Army veteran, and seasoned entrepreneur who built and sold Razorback Disposal into USA Waste Services. A foundation of discipline and mission-driven leadership.
He has served as President of the Central Bucks Chamber of Commerce and Trustee of the James A. Michener Art Museum. He knows this community — and he is committed to it.
"A republic, if you can keep it."
Charter membership is limited to 98 individuals and will never be expanded. Leave your details and we'll contact you when membership opens.