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.
18th Century Virginia Musings
Tag: Thomas Jefferson
Thomas Jefferson Center for Historic Plants at Tufton Farm
I was excited to visit this historic site I’ve long heard about, where I toured the research gardens and learned lots of historical tips for gardening.
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.
The Walking Statue 18th century play: Colonial Williamsburg
I’ve always wanted to see one of Colonial Williamsburg’s evening play, where they have full costume and scenery for a full 2 hour production.
Thomas Jefferson’s Academical Village Palladian Inspired
Begun in 1823, the Rotunda was near enough to completion to host Lafayette on his Grand Tour of America in 1824 and four hundred guests.
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.
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.
