Mount Gulian Historic Site will hold its popular Children\u2019s Holiday Tea on Wednesday, December 27 from noon to 2 p.m.\u00a0 Always sold-out in advance, the Holiday Tea welcomes children and adults to an event that combines fun, good manners, and education about a bygone era, in an authentic location where social teas were once standard fare.<\/p>\n
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Offered during the holiday break and intended to bring families together, the Children\u2019s Holiday Tea will be held in Mount Gulian\u2019s two main museum rooms, beautifully decorated for the holidays with fresh greens and tables set with fine linens and china.<\/p>\n
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\u201cNot having held this event since the pandemic, we are greatly looking forward to welcoming young visitors and their families to the homestead.\u00a0 Many of our young guests dress for the occasion, boys and girls alike.\u00a0 Everyone learns about the tradition of afternoon tea, when Victorian ladies and their gentlemen met for tea, refreshments, and light conversation\u201d says Elaine Hayes, Executive Director. \u201cAfternoon teas were popular at many Hudson Valley homes, including Mount Gulian, home of the Verplanck family.\u00a0 This event replicates a once common tradition, when days were far less hectic.\u201d<\/p>\n
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The menu will include assorted Harney & Sons teas, dainty finger sandwiches prepared by The Bagel Shoppe, Fishkill and a selection of homemade desserts.\u00a0 A Victorian inspired craft project for the children will also be offered.<\/p>\n
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