PBS - Colonial House (2004) Part 1 A New World

COLONIAL HOUSE was filmed over a 5 month period on an isolated stretch of the Maine coast. Our adventurers arrived in their New World on a period tall ship and struggled to create a functioning and profitable colony using only the tools and technology of the era. COLONIAL HOUSE brings history to life and provides a glimpse into the daily life and experiences that helped shape our national character.

Part 1: A New World

Governor Wyers and the new colonists, which include three families and seven individuals, arrive in 1628 New England where they must build a colony using tools of the time. The participants of this project soon realize that Colonial House isn't going to be as fun as they hoped as the pains of hard work and the lack modern conveniences soon take their toll.

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