by Barbara Latta
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| Mount Vernon, the home of President George Washington |
Christmas celebrations vary across the world and the customs
of past eras are fun and interesting to explore.
Several years ago, my husband, Ken, worked in the
Washington, D.C. area. We visited Mount Vernon, the home of President
George Washington, so much we volunteered to work for the many events held
there.
While working we would wear the authentic costumes of the
period. Ken would don a tricorn hat and thick cape and after I had struggled
with the ties and wraps of my garments, we walked among the tourists taking on
the role of revolutionary citizens.
Because we were required to keep in character and speak to guests in
colonial lingo, curtsy when in the presence of General Washington, and not
wear modern jewelry, it was easy to get caught up in the ambiance of living at
Mount Vernon in the late 1700’s.
George and Martha Washington frequently relax on the piazza and visit with family and friends. The General is often seen in his blue Continental Army uniform riding his regal stallion
across the lawn at sunset.
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| George and Martha Washington entertain on the piazza. |
It was a most impressive sight!
