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| Program Choices for Your Consideration Beautiful Hats Through Time Enjoy a breathtaking presentation of the history of ladies' and men's hats through the ages. Hats from the 1860's to the 1920's are displayed and modeled. A visual delight. Titanic, The Ship of Dreams It's 1912, the year of the maiden voyage of the Titanic! Third class immigrants, second class travelers and first class elegant Edwardians such as Lady Astor and Mrs. JM (Molly) Brown were on board this "ship of dreams." Join us as we embark on the most fascinating voyage of an era. Guests participate in this program. Edwardian dress is encouraged. Hoop Skirts and Teacups ~Civil War Women in Illinois Women's roles during the Civil War ~ A presentation with touching excerpts from ladies' civil war letters, journals, and some amusing stories about hoop skirts and other feminine finery. Outrageous Etiquette Outlandish etiquette rules from the 1890’s. The Tea Ladies share rules of Victorian etiquette you just won’t believe. What fun ~ The audience participates in this program! Take Me To the Fair! Step back in time and go to the 1893 Chicago World’s Fair! Experience an unforgettable day at the Columbian Exposition - the fair that offered a glimpse into the future of a new century; electricity, iced tea, Cracker Jack, the Ferris Wheel, Thomas Edison’s fabulous Tower Of Lights, and oh, so much more! Victorian Bridal Traditions This program features Victorian wedding traditions and bridal etiquette. Then we dress a Victorian bride (mannequin) from her corset to her gown. If Teacups Could Talk A program all about those fanciful but functional items so dear to ladies' hearts for centuries - teacups! Learn all about the era of elegant china. Bring your favorite teacup and saucer and tell us its story. Gone With the Wind The book and movie we all love! Do you remember the details, the characters and costumes? This is a program full of Gone With the Wind trivia, treats, and prizes. Here is your chance to dress as your favorite character. Bring Rhett along if you like. My Grandmother's Apron Wear your favorite vintage apron and join us as we recall household duties of decades past such as hanging laundry, canning, filling button boxes, stocking the pantry, and sharing recipes. Truly a presentation for all the special ladies in our lives. To view the schedule of upcoming teas, click here. To read about our traveling history programs, click here. |
| The Titanic, Ship of Dreams |
| If Teacups Could Talk |
Hoop Skirts & Teacups
| Outrageous Etiquette |
| My Grandmother's Apron |
| Take Me To The Fair! The 1893 Chicago World's Fair Columbian Exposition |
| Entertaining Programs at Tea |
