The colonial history of the United States covers the history of European settlements from the start of colonization of America until their incorporation into the United States. In the late 16th century, England, France, Spain and the Netherlands launched major colonization programs in eastern North America. European settlers came from a variety of social and religious backgrounds. A number of adventurers, soldiers, farmers, and tradesmen arrived. Diversity was an American characteristic.
 
Heritage Costumes strives to be as diverse with our colonial costumes as we produce or own founding fathers, explorer and early american costumes.