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.
Historical Sewing and Time Travels
Tag: Thomas Jefferson
Mount Rushmore presidents come to life at the Smithsonian
What would you think about an opportunity to meet the Mount Rushmore presidents and have them come to life to tell you about their presidencies?
William Wilberforce dines at home of Lafayette, Abolitionist
We read this great book about William Wilberforce who ended the slave trade in England, with the help of his good friend, William Pitt, the Younger.
Adrienne joins Lafayette in prison during French Revolution
President Washington sought freedom for the Lafayette family, since Adrienne and her daughters freely chose to join Lafayette in prison.
Former capitol for the nation: Maryland Statehouse
It served as the nation’s capital, at the end of the American Revolution, from November 26, 1783, to August 13, 1784, under the Articles of Confederation.
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.
Independence pomp, parade, and a play: Colonial Williamsburg
For the first time we saw the great live performance of Jefferson and Adams: The Stage Play at the Kimball Theater, which previously we’ve seen on DVD.
1862 Battle of Williamsburg weekend: Colonial Williamsburg
Last weekend Colonial Williamsburg broke with tradition to offer a commemoration of the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Williamsburg, May 5, 1862.
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.
