Historic Green Spring Programs

All Historic Green Spring Programs are by reservation only. A full English tea follows each Tea Program. Teas require a $25/person non-refundable prepayment to Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA). For reservations, please call Historic Green Spring at 703-941-7987, TTY 703-324-3988. Visa or Mastercard accepted.

May

11 Sunday
Mother's Day Tea

1-3 pm. Let's raise our teacups in honor of mothers everywhere. Hear how our annual celebration of motherhood started. Hear about some famous - and infamous - mothers in history! $25

18 Sunday
The Art of the Faux Finish

1-3 pm. Age confers charm and character on many objects and architectural elements in our homes and gardens. Creating that time-worn appearance needn't take years. Learn simple faux finishing techniques that give an antique look to furniture, cabinetry, ornaments, and trim. An expert demonstrates on wood and gilt surfaces, with glazes, patinas, crackling and milk paint finishes. Add years to surfaces in just one afternoon - and faux like a pro! $25

31 Saturday
Beekeeping for Beginners

1-3:30pm. Local beekeepers, Bob and Grace Parker, share stories of their first year of beekeeping at Green Spring and show us how to raise bees in urban and suburban neighborhoods. Then take a walk outside to see the hives in action. Program only, 1-2:30 pm: $15, Program plus tea: $28

June

8 Sunday
The Festive Summer Table
1-3pm. Jeffrey Strylowski of Bow Tie Catering returns to take the party outside and help you create alfresco dining experiences to remember. Whether you're planning a garden party, a patio picnic, an elegant outdoor dinner, or a backyard barbecue, you'll take home plenty of summer entertaining tips to celebrate the season in style. $25

July

19 Saturday
The Tales of Brer Rabbit
(6 yrs. and up) 11am-1pm. Local storyteller, Margaret Chatham, enlightens and entertains you with the classic folk tales of Brer Rabbit. Based on traditional African trickster tales, the stories of this resourceful and witty rabbit have captivated audiences of all ages for generations. $25

27 Sunday
Dress Up Your Walls
1-3pm. A blank wall is a canvas. Learn how to effectively display art in your home, using prints, paintings, photos, or other artwork. We’ll show you how to decide where to hang your art pieces and how to group them together. Basic guidelines for picture hanging will help you create a picture perfect home! $25

August

10 Sunday
This Week in History
1-3pm. Newspapers record our history. Over the years, daily reports about people and events, as well as cartoons, advertisements and sales notices, become the story of a community’s past. Using the Fairfax County Public Library’s Historical Newspaper Index, we’ll show you what was going on in this community during this week at different times in history. Learn how to use this fascinating resource to view the past 120 years through the pages of our local papers. $25

17 Sunday
Flavored Vinegars
1-3pm. Add a “splash” of excitement to your food this summer. Discover how easy it is to blend vinegar with herbs, fruits, and vegetables to make a variety of tasty condiments. Flavored vinegars add gourmet seasoning to a wide range of dishes and also make elegant gifts. $25