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Little George’s Grand Tour of Europe [Photos]

Little George’s Grand Tour of Europe [Photos]

by gwffoundation | May 1, 2020 | George Washington, Lives & Legacies, Washington in the World

A staff member who works at George Washington’s Ferry Farm and Historic Kenmore vacationed in England, Austria, and Hungary last September and October.  Little George accompanied her and enjoyed seeing new sites and delving into the history of Europe.  As the real...
Washington’s St. Patrick’s Day General Order

Washington’s St. Patrick’s Day General Order

by gwffoundation | Mar 17, 2020 | American Revolution, George Washington, Holiday History, Lives & Legacies

Saint Patrick’s Day honors St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, who was born in England and lived during the 5th century. Early in life, he was kidnapped, sold into slavery, and ended up living in Ireland. He is credited with converting the Irish to Christianity,...
Little George Goes Back to Pittsburgh [Photos]

Little George Goes Back to Pittsburgh [Photos]

by gwffoundation | Feb 12, 2020 | George Washington, Lives & Legacies, Washington in the World

A staff member who works at George Washington’s Ferry Farm and Historic Kenmore recently visited Pittsburgh.  Little George accompanied her and visited places related in some fashion to George Washington’s life in the 1700s, the world he lived at that time , or...
How George Ended Up on the $1 Bill

How George Ended Up on the $1 Bill

by gwffoundation | Aug 8, 2019 | George Washington, Lives & Legacies

When you hear the name George Washington, what is the first image that pops into your head? For many people, it is the picture of the first president that adorns the U.S. paper dollar, but have you ever wondered how he ended up there? Since today is National Dollar...
Summer Vacation, 18th Century Style

Summer Vacation, 18th Century Style

by gwffoundation | Jun 19, 2019 | George Washington, Lewis Family, Lives & Legacies, Washington family

Despite issues of poor roads, lack of transportation, financial considerations and simply an absence of places to go, colonial Virginians fancied a summer vacation just as much as we do today.  In fact, getting out of the city, or away from hot, steamy climates and...
The Legend of Mary Washington and the Deadly Lightning Strike

The Legend of Mary Washington and the Deadly Lightning Strike

by gwffoundation | Apr 4, 2019 | George Washington, Lives & Legacies

Originally, this post was going to explore colonial America’s fear and fascination with lightning and the practical tools created to help prevent destructive lightning damage.  During my research, however, I encountered a tale about Mary Ball Washington and a close...
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