Colonial America

Experience the living history of Colonial Williamsburg, where you can step back in time and immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of America's past, witnessing skilled artisans, engaging with costumed interpreters, and exploring the charming 18th-century streets and historic taverns.

In the mid-eighteenth century, prior to the events of the American Revolution, about one of every three young women who walked down the aisle to marry did so while with child, according to extant court and parish records. This rate varies but slightly among the colonies, whether Puritan New England,…

The most well known of the Pilgrim women, Priscilla (Mullins) Alden is a wonderful example of fortitude and grace in the face of hardship. I hope you will enjoy the following overview of her life …

In the mid-eighteenth century, prior to the events of the American Revolution, about one of every three young women who walked down the aisle to marry did so while with child, according to extant court and parish records. This rate varies but slightly among the colonies, whether Puritan New England,…

I am a fairly laid back homeschooler in that we do not follow one method of study, but probably relate most closely with unschoolers. However, I love taking cues from my kids and following down rabbit holes of exploration and imagination. I do not remember a lot of information I supposedly learned in my elementary...

Personal hygiene in the 1700s was heavily maintained through a complicated balance of practicality, religious belief, and social position. Men and women ...

~ ~ ~ Read on to learn that, contrary to popular belief, many of our colonial ancestors - from New England to the South - truly did indeed celebrate this glorious holiday ... ...and how they celebrated Oh! Myths taught as truth can sometimes be so hard to change, even with primary sources ~ ~ ~ A-waiting to celebrate the Christmas Tide with her friends It still amazes me that the arguments continue on of whether or not Colonial America celebrated Christmas. It is my hope that my research on…