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Tag Archives: reenacting
Fiesta de Pio Pico
We have been exploring some of the local California history recently and discovered some lovely, small events celebrating Southern California heritage. In May we visited the Workman-Temple Home in Whittier, CA for their afternoon Victorian Fair. While there, we were … Continue reading
Posted in California History, Events, Victorian
Tagged California history, fiesta de pio pico, historical dress, pio pico, reenacting
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Come play with us!
Just a quick update to let you know we will be setting up at the Vista, CA event this weekend – March 8/9. The event takes place at the Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum, 2040 N. Santa Fe Ave, … Continue reading
Posted in Civil War, Events, Pictures, Victorian
Tagged Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum, CA, CA event, Civil War Reenactment, History, living history, reenacting, Vista
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Extending the life of a dress
Our 19th century counterparts were very good at using every resource until it was completely used up. They didn’t have a local Walmart or Target available to run over and buy a replacement. Stores were sometimes a full days ride … Continue reading
Prado success, on to Costa Mesa
We introduced a new “room” to our household at Prado – a wall tent as our bedroom – so our full household now features a kitchen, parlour, children’s play room and bedroom. It was a lot to set up, but … Continue reading
Posted in ACWS, Civil War, Events, Pictures, SCCWA
Tagged authenticity, awards, Civil War, cute little girls, reenacting
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To Mrs. McCoy New York, New York My dear friend, How good it was to visit with you during your stay in Mrs. Brewer’s lovely home. I could readily see that you are in good looks and vibrant health. I … Continue reading
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Tagged Civil War Reenactment, Costa Mesa CA, Fairview Park, reenacting, Victorian ladies
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Old Fort MacArthur Days
Dearest Cousin Selden, I must tell you about the most fabulous event that is quickly approaching! The event is called the Old Fort MacArthur Days. It is a history timeline with representatives from historical times up through the modern and … Continue reading
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Tagged History, Military, Old Fort MacArthur Days, reenacting, reenactment
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Friends To Reunite In Costa Mesa
Dear Mrs. Coffin, We are heartily looking forward to visiting with you this upcoming 14th and 15th of May! My sweet Melody has already asked if she will be able to procure the delectable grapes you frequently have on your … Continue reading
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Tagged Battle, Civil War, Costa Mesa, Event, reenacting
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Troops moving on toward Vista
Dear Mother and Father, I write to allay your fears and to assure you that Caroline and I, Melody and her father, Mrs Marshall and her family, all are safe and the armies have moved on from Prado Park. The … Continue reading
Mrs Brewer's Parlour 