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SUMMARY:Victorian Valentine Tea
DESCRIPTION:Join Footwork & Frolick for our second annual fundraiser on Sunday February 9! Enjoy a traditional 3-course tea menu of savories\, scones\, and sweets at the historic Boutwell House in Groton\, MA. Members of Footwork & Frolick will serve tea in a timeline of Victorian daywear\, and guests can try their hand at a variety of period amusements available on each table. A perfect opportunity to pull out a favorite historical or modern ensemble! \nTea and Treats\nChoose from a variety of local tea blends or try them all! Each guest will receive a selection of savory items\, scones\, and sweets to accompany their tea; a choice of standard or vegan and gluten free menus will be available. \nParlor Amusements\nTea will be served by costumed hosts representing different fashions of the Victorian era. They will be happy to chat about their ensembles and answer your fashion questions. Each table will also feature a variety of period amusements that guests can try while you sip. \nSeatings\nTwo seatings are available at Boutwell House: 11am and 2pm. Each seating includes the full menu served on vintage china in a lovely historic setting\, and lasts about 90 minutes. Please note that as table arrangements are fixed small parties may be seated together. We kindly request that groups purchase tickets together to make table assignments easier; if you and other members of your party are purchasing separately\, please note the name(s) associated with the other ticket holders during checkout. \nCelebrating? Consider reserving the dining room for a private tea experience that can seat up to 8. \nProfits from the tea will go to support operating costs of the 501c3 non-profit organization. Be our valentine and help us offer local historical activities\, conduct social history scholarship\, and provide educational outreach.
URL:https://revolutionaryvalley.org/event/victorian-valentine-tea/
LOCATION:Boutwell House\, Main Street 172\, Groton\, MA\, 01450\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual & Special,Culinary Tourism,Historical
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Footwork and Frolick Society":MAILTO:admin@footworkandfrolick.org
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SUMMARY:Westford REV 250: Bartering\, Currency\, and the American Economy in Colonial Times
DESCRIPTION:The issue of money\, particularly its scarcity\, loomed large in colonial America. Under the constraints of British rule\, gold and silver served as the official legal tender; however\, these precious metals were rarely found circulating within the colonies. Lacking a stable and trusted commodity to function as currency\, colonial governments in the eighteenth century turned to paper money\, creating a new avenue for economic exchange. \nIn this enlightening program\, you will explore the complex world of currency in colonial America\, exploring its value and significance. The presentation will showcase a historical array of images\, providing visual context as it unfolds the story of money in this era. It will begin by examining the currency of the United Kingdom\, delineating its application in the colonies\, and clarifying the notion of “legal money\,” including the various “Tenors” that defined its worth. Furthermore\, it will delineate the primary mediums that facilitated business transactions and the exchange of goods in the vibrant marketplace of pre-revolutionary America. \nAbout the Speaker: Matthew Mees\, a dedicated Living Historian\, specializes in the rich tapestry of colonial life during the late 18th century. His expertise spans the transition from British dominance to the nascent years of American independence\, offering invaluable insights into this transformative period. \nProgram Donation: $10 per person \nWestford REV 250 Program series is sponsored by Enterprise Bank
URL:https://revolutionaryvalley.org/event/westford-rev-250-bartering-currency-and-the-american-economy-in-colonial-times/
CATEGORIES:Historical,Kids & Family,Lecture,MA250
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ORGANIZER;CN="Westford Museum and Historical Society":MAILTO:director@museum.westford.org
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