This article paints a picture of Puritans somewhat different from common myth. Read about their ideas of separation of church and state, and even their love of color.

Official site of Boston's historic Freedom Trail, a 2.5-mile, brick-lined route that leads you to 16 historically significant sites - each one an authentic treasure. Explore museums and meetinghouses, churches, and burying grounds. Learn...

Edward VI (12 October 1537 - 6 July 1553) became King of England and Ireland on 28 January 1547 and was crowned on 20 February at the age of nine. During Edward's reign, the realm was governed by a Regency Council, because he never...

During the religious upheavals of the 16th century, a body of men and women called Puritans sought to reform the Established Church of England from within. Essentially, they demanded that the rituals and structures associated with Roman...

Canterbury, in Kent, has been the seat of the spiritual head of the Church of England for nearly five centuries. Canterbury's other important monuments are the modest Church of St Martin, the oldest church in England; the ruins of the...

This site describes the Anglo-Saxon influence on the development of medieval church architecture. Information about where some of the churches are today and the styles of the windows, crosses, and towers. Has links to more information on...

During the religious upheavals of the 16th century, a body of men and women called Puritans sought to reform the Established Church of England from within. Essentially, they demanded that the rituals and structures associated with Roman...

This site is an online resource focused on the Plymouth Colony. The site hosts research starters concerning the life and times of the Plymouth colony.

This resource is a photographic album of sites around Newfoundland in the 1880s. It was originally the property of Joseph Laurence who was a schoolmaster in England. He was a strong supporter of the Methodist Church and many of his...

Learn about medieval architecture and explore 360 degrees panoramas of buildings in France, Italy, England, and Portugal. A few can also be explored through their architectural plans. Features a number of interactive projects that...

The Puritan clergy in Massachusetts Bay colony did not allow religious dissent. Read about the fate of colonists Anne Hutchinson and Roger Williams who believed in religious freedom.

An excellent way to view the town of Canterbury, a Christian pilgrimage destination. Follow the instructions "on Navigating the Canterbury Tour" as you begin.

A description of Puritan beliefs, with an extensive bibliography that you can use to further your study of the Puritan people.

This website has information about the Norman Romanesque period. Included are drawings of that type of architecture. Includes links to related sites.

Pilgrim Hall defines "Pilgrims." They are sometimes known as "Separatists" or religious travelers.

An excellent introduction to and overview of the Renaissance and Reformation in Europe. This article touches on all aspects of the period.

A plan of Norwich, England, from 1903, the capital of the county of Norfolk. The map shows the location of the River Wensum, roads, railroads, parks, cemetery, the castle, cathedral, churches, and various buildings and other important...

Travel on a Virtual Field Trip to learn more about William Shakespeare. You will find many deep, and thorough websites.

A plan for city of Ipswich in Suffolk, England from 1903, showing roads, railway and railway station, the River Orwell and docks, churches, and municipal buildings.

Lancelot Andrewes (1555 - 25 September 1626) was an English clergyman and scholar, who held high positions in the Church of England during the reigns of Queen Elizabeth I and King James I. During the latter's reign, Andrewes served as...

Edward Bouverie, D.D., after whom the Tractarian movement in the Church of England became designated Puseyiam. (1800-1882) -Marshall

George Whitefield (December 16, 1714 - September 30, 1770), was a preacher in the Church of England and one of the leaders of the Methodist movement.

Hugh Latimer (c. 1485-October 16, 1555) was the bishop of Worcester, and by his death he became a famous martyr among Protestants and the Church of England. From around 14 years of age he started to attend Peterhouse, Cambridge, and was...

George Whitefield (December 16, 1714 - September 30, 1770), was a preacher in the Church of England and one of the leaders of the Methodist movement. He first took to preaching in the open air on Hanham Mount, Kingswood, in southeast...