703-642-5173
TTY 711
Nicole Conners,
Manager
Historic Green Spring programs are followed by a traditional English afternoon tea at the park's 1784 Historic House unless otherwise noted. Full tea includes finger sandwiches, pastries, and scone, cream, and jam.
Historic Green Spring programs are by reservation only (703-941-7987, TTY 703-324-3988).
06/23/2019 1:00 pm
Reservations required. $36 (program + tea); $15 (program only)
In 1619 the first “bride ship” arrived at the Jamestown colony, bringing single English women to marry, start families, and stabilize the community. Hear fascinating stories of America’s first mail-order brides and discover that many found enrichment, empowerment, and liberation in their new…
07/14/2019 1:00 pm
Reservations required. $42 (program + tea); $18 (program only)
(Adult) It’s not just haggis and shortbread. Discover the diversity of Scottish food and how it reflects Scotland’s history, land and people. Hear about traditional dishes linked to national celebrations, and sample authentic Scottish fare. Afterwards, the culinary theme continues at the tea…
07/18/2019 1:00 pm
Reservations required. $36/person
(Adult) Tour the vibrant demonstration gardens with a master gardener docent who will inspire you with stories of Green Spring past and present. Afterwards, enjoy a traditional English afternoon tea. Please call 703-941-7987 for reservations.
08/04/2019 1:00 pm
Reservations required. $36 (program + tea); $15 (program only)
(Adult) Does history repeat itself? The idea of historical recurrence is hotly debated. Explore patterns and parallels through time, along with startling examples of historical déjà vu, as we consider the assessment of Mark Twain: “History does not repeat itself, but it does occasionally…
08/15/2019 1:00 pm
Reservations required. $36/person
(Adult) Tour the vibrant demonstration gardens with a master gardener docent who will inspire you with stories of Green Spring past and present. Afterwards, enjoy a traditional English afternoon tea. Please call 703-941-7987 for reservations.
08/18/2019 1:00 pm
Reservations required. $36 (program + tea); $15 (program only)
(Adult) Rumor, hearsay, scuttlebutt, scandal. Gossip is widely condemned yet sometimes considered a positive force in society. Hear all about the origins and changing definitions of gossip, how people have “dished” hilariously through the ages, and why gossiping was once considered synonymous…
