Until September 28, come to the Smith-McDowell House and add tea to your tour. Each of the exhibit rooms will feature tea-related items and educational panels about the history, use and practice of taking tea. They have searched their collection and will have some ‘new’ treasures to display as well as some ‘on loan’ items of interest.
Tea is the most consumed beverage in the world after water. From its origins in China thousands of years ago, it spread around the world influencing history and culture along the way. Finish the tour with a cup of Elmwood Inn Fine Tea.
Tea-related lectures and events
May 11: Lecture by Bruce Richardson (www.store.elmwoodfineteas.com) America’s leading tea expert! Location: Brunk Auctions. Lecture at 2 p.m., Appraisal Fair 3 to 5 p.m. Lecture is free for WNCHA members, $5 for non-members. Appraisal Fair is $10 per item or 3 items for $25. For Reservations, call or email Lynnn Karegeanes at 828-273-2243 or collage.art.123@gmail.com
May 18: Crafty Historian: Teacup Fairy Garden. An event for children age 7 and up. A combination Tea Party and Craft activity.
June 7: Afternoon Tea
July 13: Silver Lecture and Appraisal Fair at Brunk Auction
Check the WNC History website for more information.
The Smith-McDowell House is open Wednesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is $9 adults/$5 children (age 8 – 18). No reservation needed, but groups of more than 10 should call for reservation and group pricing.