A Victorian Fall Tea: Crimson Leaves and Crinolines

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Hear the history of tea and tea etiquette. Learn how crinolines shaped women’s fashion and lifestyles in the Victorian era. Do you ever wonder what Victorian women wore under their huge skirts? And do you wonder how to serve tea, according to Victorian traditions? Our volunteer, Deb Mayo, will give a brief presentation about crinolines, often referred to as hoop skirts. Then co-hostess Pam Allen will share the history of tea and how to serve it. Enjoy a buffet of savories (croissants, chicken salad, pimento cheese spread, and crackers) and desserts (cookies and cakes) as you sip our own special Nash House Blend Tea. Also, partake in a tour of the historic Nash House Museum.