A Letter to John Page from Thomas Jefferson: October 7th, 1763

I found a letter 20 year-old Thomas Jefferson wrote to his friend, John Page.

Oct 07, 2025

Preserving a Richmond Virginia Legacy: The John Marshall House

You can visit the home Chief Justice John Marshall lived in for 45 years.

Sep 29, 2025

Williamsburg’s Rochambeau Roadside Inn: Where Mid-Century Vibes Meet Colonial Heritage!

What does a mid-century roadside motel have in common with historic Colonial Williamsburg? Find out.

Sep 24, 2025

Meet Carmen Amato: Author, Native of Rome New York, and Historian with Purpose

Mystery and thriller author Carmen Amato has dipped her toes into the role of historian with her Galliano Club series.

Sep 19, 2025

Meet John Hancock: The Man Behind America’s Most Iconic Autograph

I wanted to do a "this day in history" post but ended up learning about John Hancock.

Sep 16, 2025

The Must-Read Letters and Journal of a Revolution-Era Educator in Virginia: Philip Vickers Fithian

Who needs a biography when you can read a first-hand account of history? Let's talk about Philip Vickers Fithian.

Sep 09, 2025

Meet Frank C. Megargee: Keeping Declaration of Independence Signer Richard Henry Lee's Legacy Alive

Richard Henry Lee introduced the resolution that was adopted on July 2, 1776. The one for independence!

Sep 04, 2025

Remember the Ladies on August 26th: A Day Marking Some Significant Moments for American Women

On this day in history: August 26th marks significant moments for American women.

Aug 26, 2025

More Than a Chief Justice: The Story of John Marshall’s Life Goes Beyond the Bench

Meet John Marshall and get to know the man beyond his role as one of our earliest Chief Justices of the U.S. Supreme Court

Aug 22, 2025

Detoured in Virginia: A Journey of Discovering Chesterfield’s Colonial Past

When you visit a place, take a detour using the ExploreHere app: for me the detour was Chesterfield County!

Aug 16, 2025

August 9th in American History: Starting With Washington’s Orders About Horse Teams 250 Years Ago

On August 9th, 250 years ago, Washington gave instructions about horse teams to the new wagon master general.

Aug 09, 2025

From Shakespeare’s Seat to Jefferson’s Legacy: History Speaks Through Objects

Thomas Jefferson took a bit of Shakespeare's chair home with him and it got me writing.

Aug 04, 2025

Celebrating America's 250th: The Unmissable Appeal of Special Exhibitions Revealed by the Patrons & Patriots Exhibit

What is the American dream? Nick and Mary Mathews' donation of land in Yorktown epitomizes their version.

Jul 29, 2025

Meet James Madison: 3 Perfect Insights To Introduce Him on the WAHISA Blog

Our 4th US President, James Madison was as complex as any of our founding fathers. Here are 3 perfect insights to introduce him to history lovers.

Oct 07, 2024