Visiting James Monroe’s Highland near Charlottesville
Surprisingly we learned more about Lafayette and Napoleon at Monroe’s country home near his friends, Jefferson and Madison.
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Texas Independence with Tocqueville, Lafayette and Napoleon
I portrayed a founder of an 1837 Texas town named La Grange, the county, Fayette, and the streets, Washington, Lafayette, Jefferson, and Madison.
President’s Day Weekend Photo Journal: Colonial Williamsburg
Colonial Williamsburg has a new James Madison, who spent months in study, deeply immersed in documents and research. The results of that was great!
Virginia Statesmen on President’s Day: Colonial Williamsburg
Attending the unique President’s DAy weekend programs of the Virginia presidents, I’ve gleaned deeper understanding of our country as we explore their lives.
Burgesses served Virginians and Americans: Colonial Williamsburg
Keeping warm and dry, we visited the first three presidents from Virginia throughout their lifetime at various events, for President’s Day Weekend.
Rhetoric Literature Study: Shakespeare, did he or didn’t he?
Not understanding the rigors of classical education, critics argue that Shakespeare did not write the plays, because he only had a grammar school education.
Rain, Umbrellas, Horses, Independence: Colonial Williamsburg
Thankfully the rainy days of September dwindled to a drizzle, allowing lots of umbrella strolls through the drippy historic area.
Taking a peek into the reproduced clothing of Dolley Madison
Variations of white muslin gowns were on display, from the first decade of the 19th century, my favorite of which was paired with a royal blue velvet spencer.
Ancient Greeks amid President’s Day: Colonial Williamsburg
During President’s Day weekend we analyzed our Ancient Greek studies with those who established the framework of America’s representative government!
More snow at President’s Day Weekend: Colonial Williamsburg
This was a great way to celebrate President’s Day, talking to each of the presidents from Virginia who also spent time in Williamsburg.
