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Scottish-American Women's Society of Washington, D.C.
Sat, Mar 09
|Green Spring Gardens
Green Spring Gardens Lecture & Tea
Please join us for a compelling lecture on Scotland and the Tea Industry followed by Afternoon Tea service in the 1784 Historic House. Early ticket sales for SAWS Members will begin January 18th. Regular ticket sales will open February 1st. To purchase tickets, contact: ScottishWomenDC@gmail.com
Time & Location
Mar 09, 2024, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Green Spring Gardens, 4603 Green Spring Rd, Alexandria, VA 22312, USA
About the Event
Join Green Spring Gardens site historian, Deborah Waugh, for an intriguing lecture on the history of Scotland's role in the tea industry, followed by full afternoon tea service in the 1784 Historic House.
Tea is regarded as England’s quintessential drink, but Scots played important roles in tea-drinking history. Travel north of the border to explore Scottish afternoon tea and what it reveals about the country’s culture and traditions. Along with our regular tea menu enjoy some delicious Scottish fare!
Lecture followed by a full Scottish-themed afternoon tea service, including finger sandwiches, savories, cakes/pastries, and scone with cream and jam.
Early ticket sales for SAWS Members will begin January 18th. Regular ticket sales will open February 1st.
$42 - Current SAWS Memberes / $48 - Friends of SAWS
To purchase tickets, contact: ScottishWomenDC@gmail.com