Green Spring Gardens

CONTACT INFORMATION: Gate locked at 5 p.m.
703-642-5173 TTY 711
4603 Green Spring Road
Alexandria, Virginia
Judy Zatsick
Manager

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Historic Green Spring programs are followed by a traditional English afternoon tea, unless otherwise noted. Full tea includes finger sandwiches, pastries and scone.

Historic Green Spring programs are by reservation only (703-941-7987, TTY 703-324-3988).

Dress Up Your Walls

11/10/2024 1:00 pm to 11/10/2024 3:00 pm

Hear about the history of wall décor and picture hanging. Discover how evolving styles of art placement - from cave paintings to 18th century salon walls to modern art installations – reflect time and place. Explore effective techniques to display, group, and hang artwork in your home.

Tea program cancellation policy: Full refund…

Succession

11/24/2024 1:00 pm to 11/24/2024 3:00 pm

Throughout history, dramas have played out over family succession. Dynastic disputes have even led to war and murder. Hear about family feuds– royal and otherwise - over inherited wealth, land and titles as we explore scandalous court cases, curious wills, and contested bequests. Happy Thanksgiving.

Tea program cancellation policy: Full…

On Christmas Day in History

12/07/2024 1:00 pm

(Adult) Learn how Dec. 25 came to be celebrated as the symbolic birth date of Jesus Christ. Hear about historic happenings that have taken place on Christmas Day ever since, from momentous world events to simple acts of humanity that reflect the spirit of the season.

A traditional British afternoon tea served in the Historic House follows each lecture. Full…

On Christmas Day in History

12/08/2024 1:00 pm

(Adult) Learn how Dec. 25 came to be celebrated as the symbolic birth date of Jesus Christ. Hear about historic happenings that have taken place on Christmas Day ever since, from momentous world events to simple acts of humanity that reflect the spirit of the season.

A traditional British afternoon tea served in the Historic House follows each lecture. Full…

Feel the Burn

01/12/2025 1:00 pm

(Adult) For many, a new year means a new fitness regimen. Explore changing attitudes towards physical fitness throughout history and discover fitness fads and fashions from the past. From the beneficial to the bizarre, changing workout trends have hooked generations of exercisers seeking the body beautiful.

A traditional British afternoon tea served in the…

Grand Romantic Gestures

02/09/2025 1:00 pm

(Adult) Expressions of love have taken many forms throughout the centuries, from the sublime to the ridiculous. As Valentine’s Day approaches, explore history-making grand romantic gestures that went far beyond cards and flowers.

A traditional British afternoon tea served in the Historic House follows each lecture. Full tea includes finger sandwiches, pastries…

Stolen History

02/23/2025 1:00 pm

(Adult) Throughout history, artifacts have been plundered from their countries of origin. Hear about cultural treasures stolen by souvenir-takers, relic smugglers and antiquities traffickers, past and present. Consider the significance of looted artifacts, whether they have been preserved or purloined and the arguments for giving them back.

A traditional…

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Private Teas and Tasting Programs at the Historic House

Private groups can reserve a history-themed slideshow lecture or a docent-led tour of the gardens, followed by afternoon tea. Private tasting programs are also available. For information, call 703-941-7987.


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