Unlocking the Secrets of Colonial New England:
A Must-Read eBook on First Period Museum Houses Now Available on Kindle Direct Publishing!
History enthusiasts, architecture aficionados, and lovers of early American life can now embark on an incredible journey through the heart of 17th century Colonial Massachusetts with the newly published eBook…
Exploring Massachusetts' First Period Museum Houses (1620 - 1720);
Unlocking the Secrets of Colonial Architecture,
Frontier Living, and Simples & Worts Wellness Knowledge
Link To Book: HERE!
Authored by Phil & Beth Wilson and available exclusively through Kindle Direct Publishing, the ebook offers a deep dive into the architectural and cultural heritage of the Bay Colony's earliest settlers.
This reference guide is ideal for teacher study guides and the content is suitable for ages 8 and up. Teachers of early American Architecture and Historic Culture will also find this ebook as a strong asset for their classes.
Why This eBook is a Unique
Delve into the essence of early American craftsmanship and homestead wisdom through vivid descriptions, meticulously researched historical insights, and stunning photography. The ebook is unique as it has one of the best, if not the best, check-lists that you can use to find the top 17th century locations around the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
The Wilsons take readers on a captivating tour of the top iconic First Period homes, each serving as a living testament to the resilience, ingenuity, and traditions of the colonial era. Whether you are an aspiring historian, an architecture student, or simply someone intrigued by the roots of early American life, this eBook is an invaluable resource.
The book also includes an appendix featuring over 100 additional First Period sites, offering readers an extensive guide to further exploration across Massachusetts and beyond.
Sidebar: First Period Museum Houses vs. Massachusetts Lighthouse Touring
For years, families have made it their mission to visit every lighthouse in Massachusetts, braving rugged coastlines and unpredictable weather, all in the name of adventure. Now, a new trend is emerging – touring Massachusetts' First Period museum houses! With fewer seagulls and more fascinating stories of colonial life, this fresh alternative offers a perfect blend of history, architecture, and fun. Whether you're counting lighthouses or historic homes, there's never a dull moment in the Bay State!
What Readers Can Expect:
Architectural Secrets: Learn the distinctive features of First Period homes, from timber-frame construction to central chimney layouts and decorative moldings.
Frontier Living Insights: Discover how colonial families thrived in challenging conditions, managing food, shelter, and daily life with remarkable ingenuity.
Simples & Worts Wellness Knowledge: Uncover the herbal remedies and wellness practices that were essential to colonial survival, shedding light on the rich botanical traditions of the time.
Available Now on Kindle Select!
Priced at just $9.99, Exploring Massachusetts' First Period Museum Houses is now available globally via Amazon’s Kindle Select program, ensuring maximum reach and accessibility to readers across the world. The eBook offers exceptional value, making it an affordable yet comprehensive educational tool for students, educators, and general audiences.
Purchase The eBook: HERE!
Perfect for:
History students studying early American architecture
Tourists planning visits to Massachusetts' historic sites
Teachers incorporating Colonial studies into their curriculum
Preservationists and heritage enthusiasts
How to Get Your Copy:
Simply visit Amazon Kindle and search for Exploring Massachusetts' First Period Museum Houses or follow the link provided on our website. Whether you prefer reading on a Kindle device or through the Kindle app on your smartphone or tablet, you can enjoy this engaging and informative guide at your convenience.
A Note From The Authors…
The "First Period" of American colonial history (1620-1720) was a time of incredible transformation. This period is when European settlers established their first communities in the New World. In the Massachusetts Bay Colony, these early settlements brought their own architectural traditions that populated the English landscape, where they had grown up. They also adopted new building technologies which were adapted to local conditions, resulting in homes that still stand today as museums and historic landmarks. Have you ever visited a First Period Museum House here in Massachusetts? That's where this guide come into play!
This First Period House Museum guide captures the frontier times and the cultural aspects of this period from an architectural perspective. This guide provides a check-list for documenting your house visits, which your family and you can plan during the warmer months of Spring, Summer and Fall.
This guide explores the architectural legacy of Massachusetts' First Period homes. The guide gives you the top go-to-list of the museum houses in the state. Use the guide as a way to check off those houses that you want to visit... as well as those that you have already seen.
Secondly, this guide touches upon some of the important aspects which go beyond the bricks and timbers. For instance, settlers relied heavily on their knowledge of herbs, or "simples" and "worts," for their health and wellness. With no formal medical institutions, the herbal remedies of the time were critical to survival, and their influence persists, today, in modern herbal practices. We have also included information of the lives of some of the noteworthy settlers who braved the New World, their struggles, triumphs, and the houses they built and lived in.
This guide identifies over a dozen of the most significant historical sites of Massachusetts which fall into the first period museum house category. Just like those people who want to visit Massachusett's lighthouses, this guide helps you with a convenient "starter list" of some of our state's standout first period homes, In addition, see the guide's appendix which provides a 2nd, more extensive, list of over one hundred others house museums to also consider visiting.
Have fun exploring these historic treasures!
Phil and Beth Wilson
About the Authors Phil & Beth Wilson are passionate historians and educators who have spent years researching and documenting early American homes. Their dedication to preserving the rich heritage of Massachusetts is evident throughout this book, offering readers a detailed and authentic look into the past.
Don't Miss Out on This Historic Adventure!
Embrace the chance to step back in time and explore the architectural and cultural treasures of Colonial Massachusetts. Order your copy today and embark on an unforgettable journey through history.
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Planning Your First Period House Journey In Massachusett!
Here's the ultimate guide to our First Period Museum Houses (1620 - 1720) here in Massachusetts.
Now you can track your site visitation accomplishment for your family. Hint: It's way more fun than lighthouse visits!