I just scribbled the phonetically misspelled US state of Arkansas onto my bucket list! The 25th state of the union is home to the ingenious Ozark Medieval Fortress project! The rugged Proterozoic mountain range, extensive underground cave systems, world class trout fishing, sparkling lakes and streams, abundant wildlife, famous fiddlers, quilt makers, and tall tale story telling were enough to lure me to vacation in AR. But the fact that a stone medieval CASTLE using 13th century tools and techniques is being built has convinced me to hop on a plane and visit the "Natural State!" Here is a selection of the "medieval" artisans in action courtesy of the Ozark Medieval Fortress Facebook fan page.
The burly resident blacksmith forges every tool, nail, chain, etc. used on this astounding medieval construction site.
Each quarried stone is shaped by hand using a mallet and chisel and then put into place on the 6 foot thick castle wall.
All materials are transported via horse and cart. Isn't this image simply postcard perfect? Every imaginable task is accomplished by hand, from scratch and with passion! Historians, archaeologists, castle lovers, and laymen alike will be watching as the walls of this unique stronghold mount. I can't wait to visit! Don't hesitate to visit their informative website at: http://ozarkmedievalfortress.com.
ozark medieval fortress large letter vintage postcard curt teich
11 cool cats commented:
What an amazing project - fantastic! Wonderful pics too!
Hoping you have a great week!
LOLA:)
I know, that aproject like this is running in France, but in Arkansas??.
Stunning.
Have a great week
Janine
Love the postcard of Arkansas ... I always wondered about the pronunciation of that state ... Thank you for the information about the castle. It will be something to watch!
It's great to learn something new every day.
BTW, I was watching Martha Stewart this morning and she was using Chestnut Flour! I had never heard of chestnut flour before reading about it first heard on your blog! Ever the teacher you are Madame de Factoids.
I still have to think twice when I spell Arkansas, putting a w on the end.
Judy
I saw (heard?) a 5 year old spelling M-I-S-S-I-S-S-I-P-P-I in front of his proud Mom. I'm going to be BAD and try and catch out the little genius with ARKANSAS.
interesting post. I would love to follow you on twitter. By the way, did any one hear that some chinese hacker had busted twitter yesterday again.
Thanks for another interesting and informative post! Have a great day! :)
It´s a very interesting blog.
Old pics, old postcards. I like old things.
I'm from Portugal.
Have a nice day
Marie,
I can't believe it ~ when you visit you will be very close to where I live in Springfield! It is often referred to as the "gateway" to the Ozarks. It is beautiful here and life goes from one extreme to the other (a little bit of everything). The hills are very beautiful ~ you'll love your visit!
Blessings!
It sounds very like Guédelon, though that is probably further along in the process. I haven't been to that either but it sounds fascinating.
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