Bill of Rights, Fencing, and Dancing: Colonial Williamsburg
On the anniversary of the ratification of the Bill of Rights, the historical interpreters for Patrick Henry and Thomas Jefferson stepped out of character.
Historical Sewing and Time Travels
Tag: Thomas Jefferson
Jeffersonian Classicism Abundance in Virginia and Beyond
While perusing all the options, I discovered this gorgeous book: Thomas Jefferson Architect, which explores Jefferson’s architectural influence on America.
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.
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!
Windows to the World: An Introduction to Literary Analysis
I cannot say enough good things about Windows to the World: A Literary Analysis. It will help prepare your students for college!
Mary Randolph Receipt Book Inspires Canning Peach Preserves
Peaches from Carter Mountain Orchard near Monticello inspired canning peach preserves, similar to a receipt by Mary Randolph, cousing of Thomas Jefferson.
Ancient Romans, Fireworks, and Gowns: Colonial Williamsburg
That evening we settled in front of the Governor’s Palace to await a special evening program in the refreshing cool of the evening.
Campeche Chair: Rome to Spain to Mexico to Thomas Jefferson
Recently I sent my mom a postcard of the Colonial Williamsburg Thomas Jefferson relaxing in a campeche chair on the porch at Poplar Forest.
Meeting Thomas Jefferson and King George III: Poplar Forest
Announcing to the world that King George III was a tyrant, Thomas Jefferson became a traitor to the British Crown.
Would the two ever meet on amicable terms?
My son acts as aide-de-camp for EFT: Colonial Williamsburg
While my son spent several minutes trying to get the perfect picture of the gorgeous cardinal, Thomas Jefferson joined us in bird watching!
