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Tag Archives: VA
One of George Washington’s churches
Three churches in northern Virginia are usually associated with George Washington: Pohick Church near Lorton, Christ Church in Alexandria, and the Falls Church in the city that was named for it. All remain active churches today and their exteriors have … Continue reading
Posted in 18th century, 19th century, cemetery/grave, President, religion
Tagged church, Civil War, George Washington, VA
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Hands-on colonial farm
I recently visited The Claude Moore Colonial Farm in McLean, Virginia. Having grown up in the Washington D.C suburbs, I was familiar with the multitude of museums, parks, battlefields, historical societies and art galleries in the area. However, I never knew … Continue reading
Posted in 18th century, agricultural, house, Uncategorized
Tagged colonial, farm, VA
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Patrick Henry’s Scotchtown – virtually
Historyplaces is about the joy of exploring new historic sites, those powerful places that transport you to another time. I encourage people to seek out these places on their travels, but the truth is you don’t have to travel to explore … Continue reading
Posted in 18th century, house
Tagged Patrick Henry, Poplar Forest, Scotchtown, VA, virtual tour
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Another Virginia presidential estate
There’s nothing like visiting a history site on a glorious early spring day after a long cold winter. I had the opportunity to visit President James Monroe’s Highland (as he named it) to hear a book talk during the Virginia Festival of … Continue reading
Posted in 19th century, house, President
Tagged Ash Lawn, James Monroe, VA, Virginia presidents
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History relevance at Mount Vernon
I’m fortunate to live near George Washington’s restored estate, Mount Vernon. I’ve visited in all seasons, in the spring to see the mules, at Christmas to see the camel and taste the chocolate, in early summer to see the farm site, and in the … Continue reading
Posted in 18th century, house, President
Tagged Acts of Congress, George Washington, Mount Vernon, VA
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George Washington danced here
Gadsby’s Tavern was on my list of historic sites to visit for many years, but I could visit it any time so never did. Finally, I can cross it off the list. The occasion of a friend’s birthday celebration brought me there for … Continue reading
Posted in 18th century, art and culture, city/town, President
Tagged Alexandria, Gadsby's Tavern, George Washington, tavern, VA
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Icon of the American Frontier
At milepost 5.8, the very northern end of the Blue Ridge Parkway in Virginia, sits an iconic symbol of American individualism: a small log cabin and farm. A weathered split-rail fence delineates a small clearing, surrounded by the forests of the Blue Ridge … Continue reading
Posted in 19th century, agricultural, house, national park
Tagged blue ridge parkway, log cabin, VA
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Jefferson’s masterpiece
It was not the ideal, sunny crisp fall day I’d hoped for…with clouds hanging low, I knew the spectacular views from the little mountain would be minimal. But, I would be passing through Charlottesville and wanted to stop at one of … Continue reading
Posted in 18th century, 19th century, agricultural, garden, house, President
Tagged Jefferson, Monticello, VA
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The house in the cemetery
Just across the Potomac River from Washington, D.C. sits a columned house looking like a Greek temple with a commanding view of the city. Down the steep hill outside its front door flickers the eternal flame at President John F. … Continue reading
Posted in 19th century, cemetery/grave, Civil War, house, national park, President
Tagged arlington cemetery, Robert E. Lee, VA
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Jamestown’s foothold in the New World
The three ships look surprisingly small for an ocean voyage. Even smaller when you consider that 104 passengers were crammed into them for five months. Reproductions of the Susan Constant, Godspeed, and Discovery sit at anchor in a cove of the James … Continue reading
Posted in 17th century, exploration, fort, national park, Native American, pre-America
Tagged Jamestown, Pocahontas, VA
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