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Who Was William Penn? William Penn was a Quaker who founded the colony of Pennsylvania as a place for religious freedom in America. Early Life William Penn was born in London, England, on October 14, 1644. He was the son of a land-owner and Continue Reading

Who Was Stephen Foster? Stephen Foster was a songwriter known for his parlor and minstrel music. He is remembered as the "father of American music." Early Life Stephen Collins Foster was born on July 4, 1826, in Lawrenceville, Pennsylvania, just Continue Reading

Self Portrait of Benjamin West (ca. 1763) Who Was Benjamin West? Benjamin West was an Anglo-American painter who is best remembered for his large-scale historical and religious paintings. He is known as the father of American painting and has Continue Reading

If you've spent any time on my blog then you know how much I adore unit studies. With Spring approaching, it's the season for all things warmer weather, new growth, and enjoying the great outdoors. All the reasons why I'd like to share a few must-do Continue Reading