Jefferson’s Retreat, Poplar Forest, Newly Restored
The morning after meeting with Thomas Jefferson and Lafayette of 1824 at one of the Lynchburg theaters, I suggested we visit Poplar Forest.
18th Century Virginia Musings
Tag: Virginia 18th century plantation
Quarter Farms and Favorite Scenes at Jefferson’s Monticello
While this video recreates Thomas Jefferson horseback ride as he checked the quarter farms, my favorite part is seeing the profile of the landscape.
The Custis Ruins at Reagan National Airport
Wanting to see the Custis ruins at Reagan National Airport, I also wanted to find the secret gate with a different view of Mount Vernon, outside the property.
Lake Ridge Apartment in Backwoods of 18th century History
Gunston Hall Plantation was the key to understanding the history of Woodbridge, Belmont Bay,Lake Ridge, and the Occoquan.
Thomas Jefferson, Tuckahoe, and a Hallmark Love Letter
After enjoying lovely peony gardens, I walked through the footsteps of Thomas Jefferson’s boyhood, while imagining scenes one of my favorite time-travel movies.
Looking for the Lees amongst the Ruins of Leesylvania
Confederate General Robert E. Lee ordered these artillery positions on the grounds of his ancestral home, since the river meandered from Washington DC.
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.
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.
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.
Shirley Plantation: Oldest family business in North America
While on the tour I learned that several major historical figures touched the destiny of this land: Lord De La Warr, the Carters, and the Lees.
