David Brearley Fun Run/Walk

Saturday, June 8, 2024 Past event

8:30 AM EDT

Lawrence Twp, New Jersey

$6.30–$16.90 · 3 races

5km

Event summary

Join us for the exciting David Brearley Fun Run/Walk on Saturday, June 8, 2024, in Lawrence Township, Mercer County! This vibrant event celebrates the legacy of David Brearley, an esteemed American Founding Father and signer of the Constitution. Participants can look forward to a picturesque 5K course that begins at the historic Brearley House, built in 1761, and winds along the scenic Delaware & Raritan Canal to the charming Port Mercer Canal House from the 1830s.

Runners of all ages are welcome, with special recognition and history-themed prizes awarded to the top finishers in various age groups. For our younger participants, a delightful short lap around the Brearley House meadow awaits, and every kid will take home a special "Don't Give Up the Ship" pin. Registration opens at 7:30 AM, and participants can enjoy complimentary snacks, drinks, and guided tours of the Brearley House. Don’t miss this chance to combine fitness, fun, and history while supporting the Lawrence Historical Society! Remember, parking will be available at the nearby corporate park, so plan to arrive early to soak in the day's festivities.

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Jun 7, 2025

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Races

Brearley Fun Run/Walk (5k)

Incl. $1.90 Fee

Enjoy a beautiful run from the Brearley House to the Port Mercer Canal House along the Delaware & Raritan Canal. Prizes will be given to overall and age group winners, and post event refreshments will be served. Registration will begin at 7:30 inside the Brearley House. Feel free to explore the home before or after your race. Bathrooms are available inside the house for your convenience. Race day registration available. Due to limited parking at the Brearley House, Parking will be available at the corporate park right next to the house. The address is 2000 Lenox Dr, Lawrenceville, NJ 08648. You will then follow the Lawrence Hopewell Trail to get to the Brearley House. It's about a 1/4 - 1/2 mile walk and signs will be posted with directions. If you need accommodations, please reach out.

8:30 AM EDT

$16.90

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Kids Run

Incl. $1.30 Fee

The Kids Run is a chance for kids 12 and younger to compete on their own course. All participants will receive snacks and prizes. Registration will begin at 7:30 inside the Brearley House. Feel free to explore the home before or after your race. Bathrooms are available inside the house for your convenience. Race day registration available. Due to limited parking at the Brearley House, Parking will be available at the corporate park right next to the house. The address is 2000 Lenox Dr, Lawrenceville, NJ 08648. You will then follow the Lawrence Hopewell Trail to get to the Brearley House. It's about a 1/4 - 1/2 mile walk and signs will be posted with directions. If you need accommodations, please reach out.

8:00 AM EDT

$6.30

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Brearley Fun Run/Walk (5k) Member Registration

Incl. $1.60 Fee

This is for discounted signup for members of the Lawrence Historical Society. For more information on how to become a member please visit https://www.thelhs.org/join-or-donate-today.

8:30 AM EDT

$11.60

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Organiser's description

Come celebrate the birth of David Brearley, an American Founding Father and signer of the Constitution, by participating in a fun run! The scenic, out-and-back 5K course will begin at his historic home, the Brearley House https://www.thelhs.org/1761-brearley-house (built in 1761), and then travel along the Delaware & Raritan Canal to the Port Mercer Canal House https://www.thelhs.org/port-mercer-canal-house (built in the 1830s).

History-themed prizes will be awarded to the top 3 overall finishers and to the top 3 in each age group (0-17, 18-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+).

For younger runners, there will be a short lap around the Brearley House meadow. All kids run participants will receive a "Don't Give Up the Ship" pin, in honor of the Lawrence Township namesake, Captain James Lawrence (a War of 1812 hero).

Registration also includes snacks, drinks, and tours of the Brearley House.

Due to limited parking at the Brearley House, Parking will be available at the corporate park right next to the house. The address is 2000 Lenox Dr, Lawrenceville, NJ 08648. You will then follow the Lawrence Hopewell Trail to get to the Brearley House. It's about a 1/4 - 1/2 mile walk and signs will be posted with directions. If you need accommodations, please reach out.

Registration will begin at 7:30am inside the Brearley House. Feel free to explore the home before or after your race. Bathrooms are available inside the house for your convenience. Race day registration is available.

All proceeds will go to support the Lawrence Historical Society https://www.thelhs.org.

Please reach out with any questions