Embracing Spontaneity in History: Two Unplanned Learning Experiences
You don't always need to have a plan if you want to learn history. Be in the moment and experience history.
My Quest To Find John Randolph’s Residence: Tazewell Hall Brought To Light
In 1775, Virginia's Attorney General, John Randolph left for England- and in 2024 I became determined to find his house.
Timeless Treasures: Must-Visit Living History Museums That Bring the Past to Life!
Living history museums not only bring the past to life, but preserve trades and immerse you in the past. Visit one!
Exploring Bacon’s Castle: A Journey to America’s Oldest Recorded Brick Dwelling in Surry County Virginia
History lovers need to visit Bacon's Castle, the oldest recorded brick building in North America.
Uncovering the Lives Behind Historic Homes: It's More Than Just About the Buildings
Do you love early American homes? I do. And I'm into learning the history behind the buildings.
Exploring Patrick Henry's Virginia: A Captivating Adventure through Mark Couvillon's Remarkable Work
Explore the homes and buildings that make up Patrick Henry's Virginia in a masterful work by Mark Couvillon
Workcation in Essex County: Finding Historical Sites of Early America
As a history blogger, I can't help but seek out historical sites everywhere, including on my workcation in Essex County Virginia!
Exploring New Kent County's Historical Society and A Journey to the Grave of First Lady Leticia Christian Tyler
A visit to the New Kent Historical Society helped me find hidden history including one First Lady's church and another's gravesite.
History is Found Through Objects: Clues About Daily Life in Early America.
Objects definitely give us clues into early America. From wig account books to rebuilding Anderson's Armory, it's all there for us to learn from.
No Matter Where You Go in Our United States of America: Find History Like I Did in Palm Desert. Here's How!
Do you look for history everywhere you go? I do! From historical societies to cemeteries and parks: it's everywhere.
Learning Black History Daily: A February Post About Opportunities Every Day
This year for Black History Month, the blog dives into learning black history every day of the year.
Bricks and 18th Century American History: An Overview from a Blogger's Perspective
Bricks in American history: the fun stuff I learned in Colonial Williamsburg that got me interested in bricks.
The Scotchtown Post: Insight into Patrick Henry and the Place He Lived for a Few Pivotal Years
Have you visited Patrick Henry's Scotchtown? He only lived there for a few years, but they were pivotal ones.
Agecroft Hall: The Tudor House that Traveled to Virginia in the 1920s
Reasons to visit the Tudor house that travelled to America during the Gilded Age because of TC and Bessie Williams.
A Visit to One of the Most Historical Sites Around: Berkeley.
Have you visited the ancestral home of 2 presidents? Take a peek into the Harrison home in Charles City Virginia and soak in some history.
The House Richard Decatur Lee Built
Richard Decatur Lee built a piece of art called Lee Hall Mansion, and I had to tell you about it!
Things to Love About the Raleigh Tavern, Past and Present
Past meets present when you visit the Raleigh Tavern, an 18th century reconstruction showing off the Daphne and Apollo rooms, where liberty happened.
3 Reasons to Take Tours and Visit Historic Sites Multiple Times
Keep visiting historical places you love. I'm sharing 3 reasons why, knowing you really want to see what American history is about!
Colonial Colors, the Blog Brand, and History of Course: Let's Talk About Wallpaper
Let's talk about 18th century wallpaper because it tells us about history, not just color.