by gwffoundation | May 1, 2024 | Archaeology, Daily Life in the 1700s, George Washington's Ferry Farm, Lives & Legacies, Washington family
Think about a portrait or painting of George Washington. What is a common element in the paintings? His uniform, yes, he is indeed painted quite a bit in his impressive military uniform. But how about a horse? George is often painted riding beautiful...
by gwffoundation | Jul 11, 2018 | Archaeology, George Washington's Ferry Farm, Lives & Legacies
Before there were planes, trains, and automobiles, and other engine-driven devices, people of the 18th, 19th and early-20th centuries used horses, mules, and other four-legged draft animals to transport themselves, pull their wagons and carriages, and help manage the...
by gwffoundation | Aug 10, 2016 | Archaeology, Lives & Legacies
Editor’s Note: This is the first of two posts inspired by this year’s Summer Olympics. This week, it’s an equestrian-inspired post from Archaeologist Laura Galke, who briefly looks at some of the ornaments found on 18th century horse tack. What an...
by gwffoundation | Jun 8, 2016 | Daily Life in the 1700s, Foodways, Lives & Legacies, Theater and Theater History
Ask someone to list traditional summertime activities and they will probably mention picnics, family reunions, beach vacations, mountain getaways, and baseball games. Their list is likely to include going to the fair as well. The fair as a summer pastime is a long...
