Victorian Afternoon Tea

Join us at a 19th century afternoon tea party at the historic Patterson Homestead. Each tea is from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Enjoy hot tea, a variety of breads, tea sandwiches and desserts inside the Patterson Homestead while being served by interpreters 19th century costume. Learn about the Patterson family history, discover a unique tea set in each period-inspired room, and tour the Homestead's 19th century rooms and the Patterson exhibit room.

2010 Victorian Tea Dates and Themes:

February 7th – Celebrate a Victorian Era Valentine’s Day. Create your own Valentine to take with you.

March 7th – Experience a Jane Austen Era tea with some of her favorite foods

April 18th – Celebrate Spring at Afternoon Tea

May 2nd – Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea

June 6th – Herbs Themed Afternoon Tea

August 15th – Etiquette Themed Afternoon Tea

September 12th – Fall Themed Afternoon Tea

November 14th – Thanksgiving Afternoon Tea

December 4th & 5th – Christmas Afternoon Tea

 

Reserve Your Spot Now!

Space is limited and prepaid reservations are required. The cost of each tea is $18.00 per Dayton History member and $20.00 per non-member. For additional information or to make reservations, please contact the Patterson Homestead at (937) 222-9724.