| Living History Foundation |
| Bringing History to Life |
The Living History Foundation brings history to life through first-person interpretation of life in the the
18th or early 19th century, at historic sites and events in Northern Virginia, Maryland, the District of
Columbia, and the surrounding area. Our aim is to help the visiting public connect with and learn about
the people and events of the past, and think about how they shaped the world of today. We work to
interact with the visitor through conversation and hands-on experience. We maintain a high level of
authenticity in our presentation, but help the visitors to have fun while they learn.
The Living History Foundation is a non-profit volunteer organization. Our members, young and old, take
pride in presenting an authentic appearance and behavior, as well as sharing historically accurate
information. The Foundation maintains a regular schedule of workshops and training to teach period
skills. Members build on that training with their own research to improve their knowledge of the period,
its life, and its events.
Visit with us this year at events in Virginia, Maryland, Washington DC, and elsewhere. Visit our Calendar
of Events page for a complete listing of events.
Foundation Officers:
We take part in many events each year. Some are specifically LHF events, some are not. In addition, we
will try to run a Gentry Workshop and other Reenacting classes. There are also regularly scheduled
dancing and swordsmanship classes. Click on the Calendar of Events link to find dates and times for
programs listed.
Workshops and Training:
First Person Workshop—introduces new living history players to the techniques of developing and playing
a character
Gentry Workshop—teaches skills, knowledge, and attitudes of the Georgian gentry
Commoners’ Workshop—teaches skills and knowledge common to the average 18th century person
Dance rehearsal groups—currently meet in Alexandria, VA and Bladensburg, MD to teach and practice
dance skills and to rehearse for special dance presentations
Swordsmanship practice—currently meets in Alexandria, VA to teach and hone swordsmanship skills
The Foundation sponsors groups to teach and demonstrate:
Living History Players—First-person interpretation of colonial and Federal life
18th Century Dance—Historically accurate dance of the period, including English Country Dancing for
groups and couples’ dance such as the Minuet
Swordsmanship—Historically accurate interpretation of 18th century swordsmanship
Frontier Life—Frontier skills such as primitive camping
Members pursue individual interests such as equitation, sailing, and hospitality.
American History
The United States of America has been blessed with a varied and exciting history. From the first colonies
on the North American continent to the fight to spread freedom throughout the world.
Through the 400 years during which Europeans, and immigrants from innumerable other countries, have
occupied this land, styles, ideas, customs, and fashion have consistently changed. As many people have
been quoted saying “The only consistent thing is change.” And from generation to generation change has
continued on our American continent.
Explore the following pages to learn a little bit about what has changed and how.
Clothing
Trades & Crafts
Food & Beverage
Home & Camp Life
18th or early 19th century, at historic sites and events in Northern Virginia, Maryland, the District of
Columbia, and the surrounding area. Our aim is to help the visiting public connect with and learn about
the people and events of the past, and think about how they shaped the world of today. We work to
interact with the visitor through conversation and hands-on experience. We maintain a high level of
authenticity in our presentation, but help the visitors to have fun while they learn.
The Living History Foundation is a non-profit volunteer organization. Our members, young and old, take
pride in presenting an authentic appearance and behavior, as well as sharing historically accurate
information. The Foundation maintains a regular schedule of workshops and training to teach period
skills. Members build on that training with their own research to improve their knowledge of the period,
its life, and its events.
Visit with us this year at events in Virginia, Maryland, Washington DC, and elsewhere. Visit our Calendar
of Events page for a complete listing of events.
Foundation Officers:
We take part in many events each year. Some are specifically LHF events, some are not. In addition, we
will try to run a Gentry Workshop and other Reenacting classes. There are also regularly scheduled
dancing and swordsmanship classes. Click on the Calendar of Events link to find dates and times for
programs listed.
Workshops and Training:
First Person Workshop—introduces new living history players to the techniques of developing and playing
a character
Gentry Workshop—teaches skills, knowledge, and attitudes of the Georgian gentry
Commoners’ Workshop—teaches skills and knowledge common to the average 18th century person
Dance rehearsal groups—currently meet in Alexandria, VA and Bladensburg, MD to teach and practice
dance skills and to rehearse for special dance presentations
Swordsmanship practice—currently meets in Alexandria, VA to teach and hone swordsmanship skills
The Foundation sponsors groups to teach and demonstrate:
Living History Players—First-person interpretation of colonial and Federal life
18th Century Dance—Historically accurate dance of the period, including English Country Dancing for
groups and couples’ dance such as the Minuet
Swordsmanship—Historically accurate interpretation of 18th century swordsmanship
Frontier Life—Frontier skills such as primitive camping
Members pursue individual interests such as equitation, sailing, and hospitality.
American History
The United States of America has been blessed with a varied and exciting history. From the first colonies
on the North American continent to the fight to spread freedom throughout the world.
Through the 400 years during which Europeans, and immigrants from innumerable other countries, have
occupied this land, styles, ideas, customs, and fashion have consistently changed. As many people have
been quoted saying “The only consistent thing is change.” And from generation to generation change has
continued on our American continent.
Explore the following pages to learn a little bit about what has changed and how.
Clothing
Trades & Crafts
Food & Beverage
Home & Camp Life
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