What is Twelfth Night? In the 18th Century, the coming of December meant short days and long winter nights. Colonist to America brought traditions that had been long cherished as a means of bringing light and gaiety to an otherwise drab time of the year. The six weeks from early December (Advent) to the sixth …
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Its that time of the year! Come to Washington’s Crossing. First Crossing Dress Rehearsal ReenactmentDate: Sunday December 8, 2019Event Time: 10am-4pm Annual Christmas Crossing Reenactment:Date: Wednesday December 25, 2019Event Time: 12pm -3pm. 1pm is the actual Crossing.
There is a myth that the turkey almost came to represent the United States. The story goes that after the Declaration of Independence was signed, Congress asked Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, and John Adams to design a seal for our new nation. Since many of the Germanic nations, incorporate eagles into their pageantry, the eagle …
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BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA – A PROCLAMATION Whereas it is the duty of all Nations to acknowledge the providence of almighty God, to obey his will, to be grateful for his benefits, and humbly to implore his protection and favor – and Whereas both Houses of Congress have by their …
Over the past several years I have acquired a number bit of re-enactor’s kit and, since I started reenacting with my oldest son, much of it was duplicate. As I am the only one in our family that stuck with the hobby, I set out to sell some of this gear and this is how …
I am putting together a series of Jeffersonian Dinners and would love to hear your thoughts. Please complete my survey at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/YJV9BXD Thank you
Its Official! We are doing a Jeffersonian Dinner at Fort Mifflin. Saturday, February 22, 20206 p.m. Casual Conversation7 p.m. Dinner & Program Tickets limited to assure a meaningful experience. Must be purchased in advance. http://www.FortMifflin.us What is a Jeffersonian Dinner? The tradition of Jeffersonian Dinners began at Monticello, the home of Thomas Jefferson, in the …
Michael Carver -- Historical Interpreter/Reenactor 