Founding Fathers Sought Respite in Patriotic Gardens
During political distress, the Founding Fathers toured gardens from which they gleaned inspiration to promote the American ideal for their own gardens.
18th Century Virginia Musings
Tag: John Adams
Declaration of Independence an Expression of American Mind
Lots of history including the purposely placed cadences and rhythms within the prose, as popular in the 18th century to stress a point.
1776 Production more Historical than some Might Think
Jefferson’s draft of the Declaration of Independence led to a standoff by South Carolina delegate Edward Rutledge, angerig Jefferson, Franklin, and Adams.
Virginia calls colonies to independence with Lee Resolution
After receiving instruction from Williamsburg, Richard Henry Lee proposed that: these United Colonies are, and of right ought to be, free and independent States
A 1775 Walk to the John Marshall Birthplace in Germantown
On the “edge of the American frontier” in Germantown of Fauquier County, we walked to the birthplace of a future Supreme Court Chief Justice.
Historic Alexandria, Gadsby’s Tavern, and Carlyle House
Upon my first visit many years ago, I yearned to explore the Georgian townhouses with quaint gardens and 13 starred flags.
The President’s Own, Thomas Jefferson, and John Philip Sousa
Marine Corps band history from John Adams, to Thomas Jefferson, John Philip Sousa, and Alice Roosevelt caught our eye at the USMC museum near Washington DC.
Antique Ice Cream Crème de Lafayette: Historic Philadelphia
While touring Philadelphia, I wasn’t surprised to keep running into Lafayette, our French hero from the American Revolution, while we saw great iconic sites!
Capitol from Crown to Independence: Colonial Williamsburg
Prompted by these gorgeous pictures that gave us an ah-ha moment as we closely examined the cupula, I’ve written the amazing story of how Virginia’s story is America’s story.
Pomp, Parade, and Illuminations: Colonial Williamsburg
Where else to celebrate our country’s birthday than the very place that was instrumental in the formation of our country?