Preservation Virginia’s Bacon’s Castle in Surry Hosts Its First Renaissance Faire and Buhurt Battles
Preservation Virginia staff are bringing Buhurt to Surry Virginia with The Tournament of the Castle!
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.
Preserving a Richmond Virginia Legacy: The John Marshall House
You can visit the home Chief Justice John Marshall lived in for 45 years.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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
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!
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.
Spotlight on Cadence Hodge: Dedicated to Researching and Preserving the Post-Civil War History of Smith’s Fort in Surry, Virginia
Meet Cadence, whose research at Smith's Fort is bringing post-Civil War history to life.
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.
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.
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.
The Scotchtown Post: Insight into Patrick Henry and the Place He Lived for a Few Pivotal Years (2025 Update)
Have you visited Patrick Henry's Scotchtown? He only lived there for a few years, but they were pivotal ones.
