Thomas Jefferson - Teacups in the Garden

George Mason, Gunston Hall, Virginia Declaration of Rights

Mason’s worldwide influence began in 1789 France, where Lafayette crafted a declaration of independence for his country that was on the precipice of revolution.

George Washington and Thomas Jefferson at Natural Bridge

After seeing a gorgeous rendering of the famous Natural Bridge of Virginia, and learning that Thomas Jefferson owned it, I’ve wanted to visit with the kids.

Patrick Henry grandchildren named after Lafayette: Red Hill

In his retirement, Henry relocated his family from Scotchtown near Richmond, to Red Hill in western Virginia, where he had Blue Ridge vistas to enjoy.

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.

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.

1495 Venetian Gown restyled for College: Sewing Journal

My daughter asked me for a costume for her presentation of art, literature, history Renaissance class, that called for creativity. We improved my Venetian gown.