| As The Tea Ladies, Inc., we are honored to present our Victorian and Edwardian history programs for groups and organizations throughout Illinois and neighboring states. These special events help to raise money for community causes, scholarships, historic preservation, restoration, and much more. The following events are open to the public and we hope you can attend one. Please click on the title of any event to visit their Website. |
The Tea Ladies,Inc.
Edwardian History to Life Upcoming Events Throughout Illinois |
| In The Good Old Summertime ~ Mother's Day Program & Afternoon Tea Edward's Place, The Springfield Art Association 700 N. 4th Street Springfield, IL, 62702 Saturday, May 11th, 2013 2:00pm Experience the merriment of a favorite Victorian summer pastime-a summer social! Teatime will offer delicious sweet and savory treats along with fresh pots of tea. Then enjoy a program with The Tea Ladies and see Picnic hats, lawn dresses and parasols on display. Reservations are required for this event. For ticket cost, reservations and more information, please call 217-523-2631. |
| Take Me To The Fair! ~ The 1893 Chicago World's Fair Vespasian Warner Public Library 310 N. Quincy St. Clinton, IL 61727 Thursday, June 20th, 2013 7:00 pm Take a trip 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! For more information or questions, please call the library at 217-935-5174 |
| ~Please visit this page again~ We will continue to update our programs in other locations as they are scheduled. |
| "All Aboard! Train Travel in Victorian America" Bloomington Public Library 205 E. Olive St. Bloomington, IL, 61701 Sunday, May 19th, 2013 2:00pm Step on board with The Tea Ladies and experience an exciting 19th century train trip out West. Learn all about the newest, fastest form of travel ~ what was riding, dining, and sleeping on a train really like in the 19th century? Learn about Harvey House Restaurants and what it took to be a Harvey Girl waitress. Oh, and let's hope there are no train robbers! This program is free and open to the public. For more information please call the library at 309-828-6091. |
| "The Beauty Of A Victorian Garden" ~ A Victorian Garden Party Fund Raiser 212 E. Chestnut Fairbury, IL 61739 Saturday, June 22nd, 2013 1:30 p.m. Ticket cost is $10.00 purchased prior to this event. $12.00 at the door. Enjoy an afternoon in the delight of a summer garden. Tea will be served and guests will learn all about the beauty and lavish details of the Victorians' perfect summertime haven ~ their gardens. This event is a fund raiser and proceeds benefit the Fairbury Garden Club. For more information on where to purchase your tickets, please call, 1-815-692-3524 |