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READ ABOUT OUR OWN STORY , THE HISTORICAL RESTORATION OF OUR OLD CAPE, AND TAKE A TOUR OF OUR EARLY HOME AND GARDENS ON OUR

TOUR PAGE~

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A many-year DIY adventure~

SCROLL DOWN THIS PAGE TO SEE MANY PHOTOS OF US IN PERIOD CLOTHING AT OUR EVENTS~

Take a tour of our 18thc. home and gardens on the

TOUR PAGE~

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WELCOME TO OUR WEBSITE~

Our love story was like something from a movie. We got together in a most serendipitous and unexpectedly romantic way, and when we tell people the story at our lectures we always close with the line, "...and the rest...is history!"...

May 27, 2007~We had an 18thc. wedding in a 1700's barn in New Hampshire, and a period-dance reception with fiddlers...

Some of the men at our wedding all fired their muskets in salute...

...We even had stamps made from the USPS with our photo on them and used them to mail our wedding invitations~

Our wedding cakes.

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We are living our dream in a cozy little 18thc. cape in New England that we restored completely DIY ourselves for years. It's an ongoing labor of love. We have had such fun making it what it is over the years, doing everything together, and creating a simple, happy, homestead for our little family, which now includes a cute mutt named Pippa, a little flock of chickens, 2 ducks, and a goose.

SOME OF OUR EVENTS

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We have a scrapbook of clippings of newspapers we've been featured in. Here is just one~

From a newspaper, 2009~

COURTESY PHOTO~General Wolfe and Miss Lacey, portrayed by Adam and Mary Spencer welcome Bill and Gaile Galbreath of Wolfeboro to Wolfe's Tavern at the Wolfeboro Inn.

"British General James Wolfe and his lady, Miss Lacey, stepped out of the 1700s and into the Wolfeboro Inn Memorial Day weekend as the landmark resort re-opened after a winter of renovations and remodeling.

General Wolfe was all smiles as he greeted guests to his very own Wolfe's Tavern, saying he thought it especially appropriate the reopening took place during the holiday weekend honoring veterans who died in service to our country.

"After all, this was part of my country in 1759 when I faced the Marquis de Montcalm in that battle just outside Quebec City. I am honored this town was named for me in recognition of my victory that day," he said. General Wolfe and the Marquis de Montcalm both died of wounds received in the Battle of Quebec, which ended the French and Indian War in favor of the English.

"And what a fitting occasion to note that this year, 2009, marks the 250th anniversary of the naming of this marvelous town," General Wolfe added as he toasted his namesake. General Wolfe and Miss Lacey were portrayed at the Inn by reenactors Adam and Mary Spencer. The couple is active in groups that reenact battles and colonial life at historical events like the Battle of Lexington and Concord, Mass., (Patriot's Day) and at museums such as Ft. Ticonderoga, Sturbridge Village, and many others."

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Mary and Adam dancing at a program at an historical society~

Adam posing as a "proper British gentleman"

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1920's lawn party~

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CLICK ON THE RED LINK AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS PAGE TO VISIT OUR

'GALLERY PAGE'

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Dec. 2016

THE BEST 'CHRISTMAS COMMENT' WE RECEIVED FROM A LOVELY LADY WHO VISITS OUR WEBSITE~

"Wonderful newsletter!! Very nice photos on your site and love your Christmas for the chicken projects.!!! It's a beautiful snowy day here everything looks so fresh and clean..and of course, sets the whole mood for the holidays. I have to send you this little ditty I wrote.. .......I get the biggest kick out of your chickens and and their red scarfs...so darling!! A poet or writer I'm not ....but what the heck .. here it is!!

A chicken in a red scarf is what I like to be
I like to live in a stylish coop with checkered curtains
And just roam free.
I'm happy to be loved like a little pet
And if I got sick I know in a doggie bed I would be set.
My eggs are a little gift for Adam and his wife
And I will gladly live here for all of my life.

MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!"

~Kathleen P.

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A FEW COMMENTS ON THE CHRISTAMSTIDE GALLERY

FROM VISITORS~

"Oh, what fun! Chickens in scarves! The sneak peek was holiday perfection! "~Raquel B.

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"Dear Mary I looked at the Gallery twice
and it is enchanting, I am not disappointed . I am going to look at it everyday. It's so pretty and interesting and cheerful and colorful and alive . Motivating and artistic. What can I say it's a treat. Thank you and Adam . l love you so much"~JH

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"I REALLY needed this today. Thank you for cheering me up and warming my heart!!! Wish I could stop by for some wassail and a sit by the fire!!! Thank you for sharing your home, your talent and your hearts. With kind regards -" Cathy McQ

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"Mary and Adam,

What a glorious Christmas season celebration!!!

Thank you for sharing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"

~Becky A

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"Mary and Adam, thank you! Just watched the Christmastide tour and loved it! It made me happy!! I hadn't scrolled down far enough yesterday! I appreciate your quick response. Coincidence: I had put a small crown on my tree top this year. Your "early" decorating warms my heart--perfect! I'll keep checking your tour for more inspiration!! Merry Christmas, Jude and Fred E."

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"MERRY CHRISTMAS to you both. I enjoyed your house tour so much. The house looks so cozy and warm. Loved it all . " Catherine M.

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We were hired to appear, Adam portraying Gen. James Wolfe and Mary portraying Miss Lacey at the Heifetz concert in Wolfeboro NH.

Here we are on stage with Daniel and Janne Heifetz~

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SEE A YOUTUBE VIDEO OF US DOING A PERIOD DANCE FOR THE PUBLIC IN AN ORIGINAL c. 1800 BALLROOM AT A SPECIALEVENT IN MAINE~

CUT AND PASTE THE FOLLOWING LINK TO SEE US DANCING 'THE GAY GORDONS' TO

'SCOTLAND THE BRAVE'~

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oW6--lO1sp4

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2015~We recently presented our program,

'DRESSING A COLONIAL LADY'

for an advanced degree history class at a university in Massachusetts~

We have hearth cooked for many years, and offer paid special 17th and 18th century events in our early New Hampshire home. We are dressed in period clothing and we cook meals in the fireplace...

Adam~ 17thc. Scottish Royal Reg't.

ON THIS PAGE

READ A FEW OF THE LOVELY EMAILS WE RECEIVED~

Dear Mary and Adam,
Thank you so much for sending the photos of the document box. I am so
excited...but truly, your antiques are so pristine. They are
just breathtaking.
I saw the pictures of your upstairs spare room....it will be just
beautiful...
I just love what you and Adam have done...
Your ideas are amazing. You both are so talented.
I just went on your webpage to see your projects. I am absolutely
blown away.
... Your home is so warm
and cozy and unique. Everywhere you look there is
something precious, and something that you made with your own hands
like skilled carpenters. There is such a feeling in
your home as if you both have hugged it. I know that sounds
ridiculous, but this home is so very special. I love the tones of wood in your home. Your antiques are so spectacular ... that I
look at your pictures in such awe...people dream
of homes like yours. I know that special feeling that your home has
because I have been in your home and it was such
a special memory for us....I feel honored that I have seen a lot of
your work myself. You don't receive credit that
you both deserve. You both are so talented....God bless you both;
thank you for bringing this home and your work to so
many of us.

Take care of yourselves and enjoy your old fashioned oven you made
outdoors. It is so hard to believe that you could make such
a working oven....you should be published. Every idea you and Adam
have seems almost impossible to achieve and yet, you both
dig your heels in, study, and do it. What a couple! I wonder if Early
American Life would be interested in seeing your home again
with all that you have done? It is a treasure....I mean that, your
home is just a treasure.

Love,

Dale."

"Dear Mary, I was just checking your pages, how I enjoy seeing all of your wonderful antiques, your fabulous early home and grounds. I also want to tell you how much I love the Bannister arm chair and beam I purchased from you. The more primitive side of the beam is the part you see as it is used as the mantle on my stone fireplace. I have pewter and early lighting on it. And the arm chair, is just the best! It is one of the most special pieces that I have. It is next to my 18th c. server, for lack of a better word, that still retains the early red wash. Hanging on the BB is a small leather purpose bag with a powder horn attached by a slim leather strip. Just thought I would let youknow how special the antiques are that I purchased from you
... Also want to tell you how wonderful your shipper was. She's so sweet, I wanted to "mother" her a bit. She had such a long way to go from here..."
Nancy G.

A LOVELY LETTER WE RECEIVED, SUMMER 2016~

"For the past 19 years, I have felt that our home reflected my absolute joy in living in our brown half cape in Canterbury. I know it does. However, touring your site this morning makes me feel that I have been surpassed. Now I need to get going again with a project. Your site is so inspiring!!!! Seeing your projects and how they reflect your sincere joy of life makes me inspired to gather some energy and add to my little piece of heaven. Thank you again for sharing. ~Sue B."

FROM A NICE NOTE WE RECEIVED~

"...You guys are so different and unique and your house is just the BEST because of it...~Jan"

...FROM ANOTHER LETTER WE RECEIVED~

"Dear Mary and Adam,

We just wanted to let you know how much we have enjoyed seeing the restoration on the upstairs room. You have thought of everything and really did it all to perfection!

The window was the finishing touch and just beautiful! As always we think you are a most talented couple. Looking forward to the Christmas tour. Have a great and safe holiday. We love the turners chair and thank you for the opportunity to be able to purchase it.

Sincerely,

Marlin and Carol'

Thank you so much. You truly made our day~

We are long-time period contra dancers, with Mary having contra danced extensively for over 20 years, in Illinois where she lived , and then for 17 years in New Hampshire after moving to New England.

We won scholarships to Pinewoods dance camp in Plymouth Mass. in 2006.

Period dancing for spectators at an event in Maine.

~This is from a YOUTUBE video of us taken that day. We were dancing 'The Gay Gordons' to 'Scotland the Brave'.

WE HAVE HAD THE PLEASURE TO PRESENT COSTUMED PRESENTATIONS FOR MANY PRESTIGIOUS MUSEUMS, HISTORICAL SOCIETIES AND ORGANIZATIONS, SCHOOLS, CLUBS, AND MORE.

WE ARE AVAILABLE TO PRESENT A VARIETY OF PROGRAMS OF SEVERAL TIME PERIODS AND SUBJECTS, ALL OF WHICH HAVE RECEIVED WIDE ACCLAIM AND LOVELY COMPLIMENTS...

WE ALSO OPEN OUR HOME FOR HOUSE TOURS TO FROM SMALL PRIVATE GROUPS .

WE HOPE YOU WILL COME SEE US AT ONE OF THE MANY EVENTS WE DO, OR BOOK YOUR OWN SPECIAL DAY AT OUR HOME~

My 'Outlander' inspired ensemble~

Dark brown wool ladies' sleeved waistcoat

Authentic linsey woolsey petticoat hand embroidered in an authentic 18thc. design with wool embroidery yarn

Stomacher of quilted mustard linsey woolsey

Lacing of natural Dutch linen tape

The capelet is handknit of variegated brown/plum yarns

Accessories include deep burgundy muftees, period style cap and shift, long mustard cotton stockings and period style shoes tied with a burgundy ribbon.

WE OFFER FLAT-FEE PAID GROUP TOURS OF OUR 18thc. HOME DRESSED IN 18thc. CLOTHING, AND SERVE A LIGHT SEASONAL PERIOD 'TEA BUFFET' OF HOMEMADE DELIGHTS.

EMAIL: countryladyantiques@yahoo.com

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BELOW IS JUST ONE OF MANY LETTERS WE HAVE RECEIVED FROM KIND PEOPLE FROM OTHER PARTS OF THE COUNTRY~

"Hi Mary and Adam, oh my gosh what a perfect day! It was so much fun meeting you both and touring your fantastic home! In every room we entered we could feel the love and care you have brought to this lovely home! And it is truly a home not just a house set up like a museum. The lunch...no words. It was not only the best food we have had on the trip, we both agree that it was the best lunch we have had in years. The scenery along the quaint country roads was beautiful especially the old graveyards. Thanks so much for taking the time to make our visit so special. This day has been the highlight of our trip.

Love, Sue and Mary."