Colonial America

Experience the living history of Colonial Williamsburg, where you can step back in time and immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of America's past, witnessing skilled artisans, engaging with costumed interpreters, and exploring the charming 18th-century streets and historic taverns.

Women of the American Revolution

It's not too much of a stretch to assume we live in a strange time, but there are plenty of strange stories about early Americans too. From sad tales of ...

Our free printable worksheets can be valuable tools for helping students learn about the colonial period in American history. These free worksheets can engage students in various aspects of this historical era. #socialstudies #apush

Spain's colonial empire was one of the largest in the world. But, like many former empires, it was founded on the exploration and exploitation of new lands and resources and grew rapidly in size and power. The Spanish empire controlled colonies in North America, South America, Africa, and Asia, making it one of the most diverse and far-reaching empires in history. Indeed, at the height of the Spanish Empires' power, it controlled 35 colonies that spanned every continent on earth…

Indians and colonists lived in Jamestown.

Thanksgiving history, coloring pages, crafts, decorations, Pilgrim and Wampanoag recipes and foods, culturally and historically accurate information and activities.

In the mid-eighteenth century, prior to the events of the American Revolution, about one of every three young women who walked down the aisle to marry did so while with child, according to extant court and parish records. This rate varies but slightly among the colonies, whether Puritan New England,…

In the mid-eighteenth century, prior to the events of the American Revolution, about one of every three young women who walked down the aisle to marry did so while with child, according to extant court and parish records. This rate varies but slightly among the colonies, whether Puritan New England,…