Governor Berkeley and Bacon’s Rebellion 1676: Jamestowne
The mists of time blew our way again as we re-entered the church, this time to 1676 as we met Governor Berkeley, who dealt with a local rebellion.
Historical Seamstress & Homeschooler
Tag: reenactments
John Rolfe of 1621 shares capitalism success: Jamestowne
Recently we visited Historic Jamestowne on the anniversary of Bacon’s Rebellion in 1677, later in the day. First we met with John Rolfe of 1621.
Under the Redcoat Journal 2011: Colonial Williamsburg
Thus, I present to you, my dear Readers, an accounting of what I experienced while the quiet town of Williamsburg, in 1781, was occupied…Under the Redcoat.
Lord De la Warr, Halberd, Longbow: Historic Jamestowne
Recently my kids and I visited Historic Jamestowne for a reenactment of Lord De La Warr’s arrival 400 years ago on June 10, 1610.
James Armistead spies for Lafayette: Colonial Williamsburg
The amazing story of General Lafayette and the spy whom he helped achieve freedom, becoming his namesake after the American Revolution.
Becoming dragoons Under the Redcoat: Colonial Williamsburg
The kids and I were captured by the Redcoats and they seemed to be targeting me!
We also attended dragoon bootcamp to spy for the Continental Army.
Two Lafayettes at Prelude to Victory: Colonial Williamsburg
Insisting on taking his Lafayette costume, my son said he outgrew his old costume.
Um, isn’t that going to attract attention?
Mom, I’ve grown over 5 inches!
Arrested at Under the Redcoat 2009: Colonial Williamsburg
Suddenly the Redcoat engaged his rifle and told my kids to halt!
Where were their passes? Passes? What passes?
My son proclaimed, “I’m only 13!”
The 1781 British Raid on Mt Vernon Reenactment
This reenactment is based on actual documentation on events in April of 1781, when the British arrived at Mount Vernon from the Potomac.
How to Make Napoleon a Fun Learning Experience
And who should they invite from America to portray Napoleon? Mark Schneider, the actor who portrays the Marquis de Lafayette for Colonial Williamsburg!
