Thomas Jefferson: Colonial Williamsburg Religion Month
Since April is Religion month at Colonial Williamsburg, I wanted to ehar Thomas Jefferson speak about his role in bringing religious freedom to Virginia.
18th Century Virginia Musings
Category: Colonial Williamsburg Time Travels
Oh My! Guess who sent us a package?
Remembering the day when my kids and I recieved a surprise package from Colonial Williamsburg’s Educational Outreach Department!
Meeting Washington and Lafayette: Colonial Williamsburg
1781, the year General Washington sent Lafayette with his dragoons to capture the traitor Benedict Arnold, who had burned down the capitol in Richmond.
Historic Treats while Touring Colonial Williamsburg
We snacked on some colonial chocolate while window meandering through 18th century shops, trades, and houses on Duke of Gloucester Street.
Meeting General Lafayette at Colonial Williamsburg
The best part of our Colonial Williamsburg experience was my son’s interaction with Lafayette, which put a big smile on the general’s face.
Collapse of Royal Government: Colonial Williamsburg
New to us on this visit to Colonial Williamsburg was the immersive street theater program where guests interact with historic people. Who would we meet today?
Discussing clothing with Tory Tailor: Colonial Williamsburg
Beyond thrilled, my kids most appropriately entered the time portal into the 18th century while wearing colonial clothing.
Charmed by 1950s Motor Inns Colonial Williamsburg Style
We arrived at the quaint Lord Paget Motor Inn, with Georgian features like Colonial Williamsburg, less than a mile from the historic area.
